Tea is India’s official drink. In the country, apart from water, tea is also the elixir of life; a drink over which minor family clashes to major political decisions are discussed. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, millions of families across the country wake up to a warm cup of the beverage, and sip numerous cups throughout the day. Indians consume about a million tonne of tea every year. If you, too, are in love with the thick sweet drink and cannot imagine going without the beverage even for a day, consider buying an electric tea kettle, that will help simplify the task of preparing tea. Before you place your order, let us take you through some considerations when buying an electric tea kettle. Read on.
1. Capacity The capacity of electric kettles usually vary in the range of 1 to 2 litres. For an average family, a 1.5 litre kettle would suffice. To get a more accurate estimate, consider the intended usage. If, for instance, you intend to boil water for one or a couple of cups of tea or coffee, look for a 1 litre kettle. If you host guests frequently, consider buying a bigger capacity model that can boil water for tea to be served to 3-4 people. 2. Heating Duration One of the primary reasons why people buy electric tea kettles is that they are faster than their manual counterparts, helping save time. It is, therefore, advisable that you enquire how much time the kettle takes to boil water. Most kettles take 3-4 minutes to boil water, however, there are advanced models that are more efficient. Some models are prone to scale build-up, which can impact their efficiency. When buying these models, it is advisable that you enquire about and take a note of measures to minimize scale build-up. 3. Different Features Modern electric tea kettles come with a range of features such as warm-up options, auto shut-off, temperature selection, and non-spill spout. When deciding the features you need, consider your situation. If, for instance, you have the habit of performing other tasks after boiling water for tea, look for a kettle with warm-up option that can help keep the water warm for about 30-60 minutes after boiling. Temperature selection allows you to boil water to the desired degree. If safety is your prime concern, look for kettles with boil dry protection. Conclusion These are some factors worth your consideration when buying an electric kettle. Some other things you must take a note of are: the handle’s design, visibility of the heating element, and the base’s design (cordless v/s. detachable).
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