After you’re done, rinse the pot and infuser with warm water. Don’t use soap—it’ll haunt your next brew like a ghost. If leaves stick, use a soft brush or your fingers. Stains are fine; they’re called “patina” when you’re fancy.
If the glass gets cloudy, a quick vinegar soak works wonders. And never, ever put a hot glass pot under cold water—that’s how you learn about thermal shock. It’s a lesson best learned through reading, not through a cloud of steam and a broken pot.
So go ahead, pull that teapot off the shelf. You’ve got this. Fill it, watch the leaves dance, and pour yourself a cup that feels like a tiny ceremony in your own kitchen. The electric kettle is jealous, and it should be.
