A glass teapot shows you what metal and clay can’t: how dark the tea is getting, and how far a blooming tea has opened. It also has a limit that many buyers don’t check. Some glass pots are made to sit on a burner, and others are only meant to have hot water poured into them.
So we sorted these seven by what each maker actually says about heat. Where a listing states stovetop use, we say so. Where it doesn’t, we say that too, and we’d treat that pot as steep-only until the maker tells you otherwise.
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Quick verdict: which glass teapot to buy
Buy the Teabloom Kyoto Glass Teapot, 36 oz if you want one pot that heats and steeps: Teabloom states stovetop use, and it has a large stainless filter with a one-year warranty. For a pot that only steeps, with no metal touching the tea, the GROSCHE Monaco, 42 oz has an all-glass infuser and serves a table.
Five glass teapots at a glance
The five that cover most tea drinkers. All seven are reviewed below.
| Glass teapot | Capacity | Stovetop | Infuser | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Teabloom Kyoto Glass Teapot, 36 ozBest overall
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36 oz | Yes, per maker | Stainless steel | View on Amazon |
GROSCHE Monaco Glass Teapot, 42 ozBest for serving
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42 oz | Not stated | Glass | View on Amazon |
Teabloom Celebration Glass Teapot, 27 ozBest all-glass for stovetop
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27 oz | Yes, per maker | Glass | View on Amazon |
Hario Clear Glass Teapot, 450 mlBest for one or two
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450 ml (about 15 oz) | Not stated | Not stated | View on Amazon |
HIWARE Glass Teapot, 1500 mlBest for large batches
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1500 ml (about 50 oz) | Gas or electric, medium heat | Stainless steel | View on Amazon |
Our picks for the best glass teapot
1. Teabloom Kyoto Glass Teapot, 36 oz – Heat and Steep in One Pot
The Kyoto is what we’d buy for a single pot that does everything. Teabloom describes it as a stovetop kettle and a steeper in one, so you heat the water in it and brew right there. It holds 36 ounces, which Teabloom counts as six 6-ounce cups or three 12-ounce mugs.
The filter is removable 304 18/8 stainless steel with laser-cut holes, and Teabloom makes it large so leaves have room to open up. The wide opening makes the pot easy to clean by hand, and Teabloom says it’s also safe in the dishwasher. There’s a one-year warranty.
The listing also says you can take out the infuser and glass lid and boil water in the microwave. What it doesn’t say is whether that stovetop use includes every type of burner, so don’t assume induction will work. Glass generally doesn’t heat on induction without a metal plate. On gas or electric, keep the heat moderate and never leave it empty on the burner.
Why we like it
- Maker states stovetop use
- Large stainless filter with fine laser-cut holes
- Three mugs’ worth at a time
- One-year warranty
Key specifications
| Model | Kyoto |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 36 oz |
| Glass | Borosilicate |
| Infuser | Stainless steel, removable |
| Stovetop | Yes, per maker |
| Microwave | Yes, without infuser and lid |
| Dishwasher | Yes, per maker |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Why we recommend it
It suits one or two tea drinkers who’d rather not own a separate kettle and want a large filter for loose leaf.
Skip it if you want to keep metal away from your tea, since the filter is steel.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Heats and steeps
- Clear warranty
- Wide opening for cleaning
Cons
- Burner types aren’t spelled out
- Larger than one person needs
2. GROSCHE Monaco Glass Teapot, 42 oz – All-Glass Infuser for a Table
If you boil your water in a kettle, the Monaco is a good pot for the table. It holds 42 ounces, or 1.25 liters, in borosilicate glass, and its fine-mesh infuser is also made of glass, so the tea doesn’t touch metal at any point.
GROSCHE describes the glass as resistant to thermal shock, safe for hot tea infusions and dishwasher safe. We’d give the infuser a gentle wash, though, since a fine glass mesh isn’t something to bang against a rack. The lead offer comes from a seller called Rizpresso USA.
The important thing is what’s missing: the listing doesn’t state stovetop use. Heat-resistant glass doesn’t automatically mean you can put it on a burner, so treat this as a steeping and serving pot. An all-glass infuser is also a piece you can chip, and GROSCHE’s listing doesn’t mention a replacement part.
Why we like it
- No metal touches the tea
- Serves a crowd at 42 ounces
- Dishwasher safe, per the maker
- Fine mesh for loose leaf
Key specifications
| Model | GR 174 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 42 oz (1.25 L) |
| Glass | Borosilicate |
| Infuser | Glass, fine mesh |
| Stovetop | Not stated |
| Microwave | Not stated |
| Dishwasher | Yes, per maker |
| Warranty | Not stated |
Why we recommend it
It suits a host who brews for four or five and already owns a kettle.
Skip it if you want to heat water in the pot, since stovetop use isn’t stated.
Pros and cons
Pros
- All-glass brew path
- Large capacity
- Thermal shock resistance stated
Cons
- No stovetop statement
- Glass infuser can chip
3. Teabloom Celebration Glass Teapot, 27 oz – All Glass, and Stovetop Stated
The Celebration solves the GROSCHE’s limit. Teabloom says every part is heat-resistant borosilicate glass, including the infuser, and that it’s stovetop, microwave and dishwasher safe. So you get the all-glass brew path and you can heat water in the pot.
At 27 ounces, Teabloom counts it as two to three cups. It has a wide handle and a non-drip spout, and it comes with two jasmine-scented blooming teas, which is the kind of thing that makes it an easy gift. It’s also sold in 34- and 40-ounce sizes if two to three cups won’t do.
As with the Kyoto, the listing doesn’t break stovetop use out by burner type. Take the usual care: moderate heat, some water in the pot before it goes on, and let the pot cool down before it goes in cold water. Teabloom gives a one-year warranty on this one as well.
Why we like it
- Every part is glass, per the maker
- Stovetop, microwave and dishwasher are all stated
- Non-drip spout and wide handle
- Two blooming teas included
Key specifications
| Model | POT-CELA |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 27 oz |
| Glass | Borosilicate |
| Infuser | Glass, removable |
| Stovetop | Yes, per maker |
| Microwave | Yes, per maker |
| Dishwasher | Yes, per maker |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Why we recommend it
It suits someone who wants to heat in the pot with no metal involved, or someone looking for a gift that comes ready to use.
Skip it if you regularly make tea for four, unless you go up to a larger size in the same line.
Pros and cons
Pros
- All-glass build
- Clear heat statements
- Comes with tea to try
Cons
- Glass infuser needs care
- Small for groups in this size
4. Hario Clear Glass Teapot, 450 ml – A Small Japanese Steeping Pot
Hario is a Japanese maker, and heatproof glass is what its listing leads with. This 450 ml pot holds about 15 ounces, which is a couple of small cups, and suits someone who drinks tea on their own during the day.
The listing is short. It says the pot uses Hario’s heatproof glass and has a clear body with a durable plastic top. It doesn’t describe a filter, and it doesn’t state stovetop or dishwasher use, so we’d treat it as a pour-over steeping pot and wash it by hand. The plastic top alone is enough reason to keep it off a burner.
This is the smaller size of the 700 ml pot on our tea gifts page, and we’ve included it here because the small size serves a different buyer. Check the maker’s instructions in the box for its heat limits.
Why we like it
- Compact size for solo brewing
- Hario’s heatproof glass
- Simple clear look
- Sold and shipped by Amazon
Key specifications
| Model | FNC-45-T |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 450 ml (about 15 oz) |
| Glass | Heatproof glass |
| Infuser | Not stated |
| Stovetop | Not stated |
| Microwave | Not stated |
| Dishwasher | Not stated |
| Warranty | Not stated |
Why we recommend it
It suits one person who brews small pots of loose tea and heats water separately.
Skip it if you need to brew for more than two, or you want a clear statement about care.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Respected glass maker
- Small and simple
- Easy to store
Cons
- Thin listing details
- Plastic top
- No stated stovetop use
5. HIWARE Glass Teapot, 1500 ml – The Biggest Stovetop Pot Here
HIWARE gives the clearest heat instructions on this page. It says the pot can go in a microwave or on gas or electric stovetops, at a medium heat, and it can reheat tea. It also says to not fill past 1,500 ml, which is about 50 ounces, when boiling. That’s exactly the sort of limit we’d like more makers to state.
It’s made of borosilicate glass, with a removable 18/10 stainless mesh infuser and a lid that fits whether the infuser is in or out. The pot is 6 inches across at the base and 5 inches tall, and HIWARE says it’s top-rack dishwasher safe. You can also use it cold in the refrigerator or for a sun tea.
This is a larger size of the 1000 ml HIWARE on our best teapot page, included here because a 50-ounce pot does a different job, like iced tea for a family. HIWARE is an Amazon-first brand, and its claims rest on its listing. A full 50-ounce glass pot is also heavy to pour, so use the handle with care.
Why we like it
- Gas and electric are both named
- Medium heat is stated
- Removable 18/10 stainless infuser
- Hot or cold use
Key specifications
| Model | HGT-1500 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1500 ml (about 50 oz) |
| Glass | Borosilicate |
| Infuser | 18/10 stainless, removable |
| Stovetop | Gas or electric, medium heat |
| Microwave | Yes, per listing |
| Dishwasher | Top rack, per listing |
| Warranty | Not stated |
Why we recommend it
It suits a family, a host, or someone brewing iced tea in large batches.
Skip it if you drink alone, since most of this pot will go unused.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Clearest stated heat limits
- Largest capacity here
- Works hot or cold
Cons
- Amazon-first brand
- Heavy when full
6. DOPUDO Glass Teapot, 40 oz – A Plain Stovetop Middle Size
The DOPUDO fills the gap between the Kyoto and the HIWARE at 40 ounces. It’s borosilicate glass with a removable 18/8 stainless steel infuser, and the listing says it’s safe on a stovetop and in a microwave, and in the dishwasher.
DOPUDO describes an ergonomic handle and a non-drip spout, and a wide base with a narrow top that it says allows for faster heating. Those are reasonable design features, though we have only the maker’s description to go on.
DOPUDO doesn’t name burner types or a heat level, so we’d use the same care as with the others. It’s an Amazon-first brand, and the second on this page. We’ve included it because 40 ounces is a useful size for a small group and the listing is straightforward about what the pot can do.
Why we like it
- 40 ounces suits a small group
- Stovetop and microwave are stated
- Removable 18/8 steel infuser
- Dishwasher safe, per the listing
Key specifications
| Model | Glass Teapot 460 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 40 oz |
| Glass | Borosilicate |
| Infuser | 18/8 stainless, removable |
| Stovetop | Yes, per listing |
| Microwave | Yes, per listing |
| Dishwasher | Yes, per listing |
| Warranty | Not stated |
Why we recommend it
It suits a small household that wants more than the Kyoto holds without moving up to a 50-ounce pot.
Skip it if you want a maker with a longer record, since this one rests on its listing.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Useful size
- Stated stovetop use
- Stainless infuser
Cons
- Amazon-first brand
- No burner or heat detail
7. Adagio Teas Glass Teapot, 12 oz – Simple Loose Tea for One
Adagio is a tea company, and this is about the simplest way to brew loose tea in glass. You put leaves and water straight in, and pour when it’s ready. A stainless mesh lid holds the leaves back, so there’s no separate infuser to fish out.
It holds 12 ounces in a borosilicate glass body, which is one good mug’s worth. It’s dishwasher safe, according to Adagio, and easy to clean because there’s nothing to take apart beyond the lid.
The listing doesn’t mention stovetop use, so treat it as steep-only and heat your water separately. The leaves also stay in the water while you pour, so a second cup brewed in the same pot gets stronger, and this design works better when you pour everything out at once. Our one-cup tea maker guide has other options if you’re brewing for one.
Why we like it
- Very few parts
- A mesh lid holds the leaves back
- Borosilicate body
- From a known tea company
Key specifications
| Model | 010139001 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 12 oz |
| Glass | Borosilicate |
| Infuser | Stainless mesh lid |
| Stovetop | Not stated |
| Microwave | Not stated |
| Dishwasher | Yes, per maker |
| Warranty | Not stated |
Why we recommend it
It suits one person making a single mug of loose tea who wants something quick to rinse out.
Skip it if you want to share a pot or take the leaves out while you sip.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Very simple
- Easy to clean
- Known tea maker
Cons
- One mug at a time
- No stovetop statement
- Leaves can’t be removed mid-pot
How to choose a glass teapot
Decide about the stove first
Check whether the maker says the pot goes on a burner. Teabloom, HIWARE and DOPUDO state it here, and HIWARE names gas and electric at a medium heat. GROSCHE, Hario and Adagio don’t state it on these listings, and we wouldn’t assume. A plain tea kettle and a steep-only pot is also a perfectly good setup.
Induction and heat
None of these listings state induction use. Induction needs a magnetic pot base, which glass doesn’t have, so plan on a kettle if you cook on induction. On gas and electric, use a moderate setting, keep water in the pot, and let hot glass cool before it meets cold water or a cold counter.
Glass or steel infuser
A glass infuser keeps metal out of the brew path but can chip. Stainless steel is tougher. Either works, so buy for how careful you are and how much you care about the metal question.
Capacity
A 12-ounce pot makes one mug, 27 ounces is two or three cups and 40 ounces serves a small group. A 50-ounce pot is mainly for families and iced tea. Remember that a large infuser takes up space, so listed capacity isn’t always the amount of tea you get.
Check the small parts
Lids, gaskets and infusers tend to be what fails first on a glass pot. Our picks don’t give a parts list on these listings, so look on the maker’s site before you buy if replacement parts matter to you.
How we narrowed down these seven teapots
We read Amazon listing data for glass teapots that were in stock and sold new, and avoided the exact pots on our other teapot pages. Two picks, the Hario and HIWARE, are other sizes of pots on those pages, and we’ve said so on each. We dropped pots that were low in stock, including Kinto’s glass pots. We left out glass press-style pots altogether. We haven’t used or heated any of these.
We ran a search for independent reviews of glass teapots and found mostly affiliate lists and shop pages, including some that make testing claims we couldn’t check, so we didn’t rely on them. Everything on this page comes from makers’ listings. Heat statements in particular should be read as the maker’s word, and the instructions in the box take priority. We looked up each brand in the CPSC recall database and found no matches for these teapots. Hario’s two title matches were for other companies’ products with similar names. HIWARE and DOPUDO are the two Amazon-first brands here.
Glass teapot questions, answered
Can a glass teapot go on the stove?
Some can. Teabloom, HIWARE and DOPUDO say theirs can on these models, while GROSCHE, Hario and Adagio don’t state it. Only use a pot on the stove if the maker says it’s fine, and follow any heat limit it gives.
What is a borosilicate teapot?
It’s a teapot made from borosilicate glass, a type of glass that resists sudden temperature changes better than ordinary glass. GROSCHE, Teabloom, HIWARE, DOPUDO and Adagio all name it here. It’s tougher against heat, but it’s still glass and it can break.
Do glass teapots keep tea hot?
Not for long. Glass has no insulation, so a pot cools faster than a double-walled one. A candle warmer helps, and HIWARE says its pot can sit on open flame warmers, but check your own pot’s instructions before you try one.
Can you put a glass teapot in the dishwasher?
Teabloom, GROSCHE, HIWARE, DOPUDO and Adagio say yes for these models, and HIWARE specifies the top rack. Hario’s listing doesn’t say. We’d hand wash any glass infuser anyway, to reduce the chance of chips.
Can you make blooming tea in a glass teapot?
Yes, and that’s the main reason to buy one. Teabloom, HIWARE and DOPUDO all mention blooming tea. A wide pot gives the flower room to open, and removing the infuser gives you the clearest view.
What size glass teapot should I buy?
One person needs 12 to 15 ounces, two people about 27 ounces, and a table of four needs 40 ounces or more. For iced tea or large batches, the 50-ounce pot is a good fit.
Our final pick for the tea shelf
The Teabloom Kyoto is the pot we’d buy to heat and steep in one vessel, and the GROSCHE Monaco is the better serving pot if you own a kettle. For pots in other materials, start with our best teapot guide and our value teapot guide, and if loose leaf is new to you, our tea infuser guide covers the simpler tools.