How to Use a Borosilicate Glass Teapot with Infuser
By Sancha Tea Boutique | Premium Artisanal Tea Since 1981 | Published: 2026-10-25
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to brew loose leaf tea in a borosilicate glass teapot with stainless steel infuser. Step-by-step instructions for perfect flavor and easy care.
Quick answer
To use a borosilicate glass teapot with infuser, preheat the pot, add loose leaf tea to the infuser, pour hot water over it, steep for the recommended time, then remove the infuser to stop extraction.
Why borosilicate glass works best for brewing
Borosilicate glass handles sudden temperature changes better than ordinary glass, so you can pour near-boiling water directly into the pot without worrying about cracks. The clear walls also let you watch the leaves unfurl, which helps you judge strength by color rather than guesswork.
One trade-off: borosilicate glass conducts heat more than ceramic or porcelain. The pot will feel hot to the touch during brewing, so always use the handle or a trivet.
Choosing the right tea for your infuser
The stainless steel infuser in a borosilicate teapot works best with whole-leaf teas, such as oolong, white, or green tea. Finely ground teas like matcha or very small-leaf blends can slip through the mesh, leaving sediment in your cup.
If you prefer fine teas, consider using a paper filter inside the infuser or switching to a teapot with a finer mesh. For most loose leaf teas, the standard infuser gives plenty of room for leaves to expand.
Step-by-step brewing guide
- Preheat the teapot: Pour a small amount of hot water into the empty glass teapot, swirl gently, then discard. This warms the glass so the brewing temperature stays stable. Skipping preheat can drop the water temperature by 10-15°F, which under-extracts delicate teas.
- Add tea to the infuser: Open the stainless steel infuser and add 1 teaspoon of loose leaf tea per cup (about 8 oz of water). For larger leaves, use slightly more; for dense pellets, use slightly less. Overfilling the infuser prevents leaves from expanding, resulting in weak flavor.
- Pour water and steep: Place the infuser inside the pot and pour hot water (195-205°F for black tea, 175-185°F for green or white tea) directly over the leaves. Cover and steep according to the tea's instructions—typically 2-4 minutes. If you leave the infuser in after steeping, the tea becomes bitter. Set a timer and remove the infuser promptly.
- Remove the infuser and serve: Lift out the stainless steel infuser and set it on a saucer or small plate. Pour the brewed tea into cups through the pot's spout. The glass body stays hot, so handle the pot by its handle only. Do not squeeze the infuser basket to extract every drop—it releases tannins that make tea astringent.
- Clean immediately after use: Rinse the teapot and infuser with warm water and a soft sponge. For stubborn stains, use a mixture of baking soda and water or a dedicated glass cleaner. Avoid abrasive scrubbers that can scratch the glass. Tannin stains are easier to remove when fresh. Letting them dry makes cleaning much harder.
Product spotlight
- Glass Tea Pot | Borosilicate Glass with Stainless Steel Infuser: Made from premium heat-resistant borosilicate glass, designed for both beauty and performance. You can pour hot water straight in without preheating the glass, and the clear body lets you monitor the brew strength visually.
Glass Tea Pot | Borosilicate Glass with Stainless Steel Infuser
