Choosing a Whistling Tea Kettle
Most people looking for a stovetop tea kettle want a whistling model to let them know that the water is boiling. Whistle sounds come in a range of loudess and tone, while some may produce a multitone “harmonica”-style sound, so take a look at customer reviews before you buy.
Five of the Best Whistling Tea Kettles
1. Revere Copper Bottom Whistling Tea Kettle
Revere’s popular retro style whistling kettles come in three sizes; 6-cup, 2 1/3-quart, and 3 1/2-quart. All are made of highly polished stainless steel with copper bottoms for fast heating. They have black phenolic handles with a trigger mechanism for safe and easy pouring and the whistle is loud but not piercing. Model shown on the right is the 2-1/3-Quart version.
2. Medelco Glass Whistling Kettle
This unique whistling kettle is made of high quality thermal-shock-resistant glass for use on gas or electric stovetops. The lid can be removed when the water is ready and the phenolic handle enables safe handling. It has a 12-cup capacity. A well designed kettle at a bargain price!
3.Creative Home Satin Splendor Tea Kettle
The Creative Home Satin Splendor whistling tea kettle is beatifully designed and comes in a range of metallic colors including bronze, chartreuse, blue and cranberry (left). The capacity is 2.8-Quart and the whistle is relatively quiet.
4. OXO Good Grips Classic Whistling Tea Kettle
A high quality kettle with a more traditional styling. It is well designed and has a whistle which is loud and clear without being shrill. A silicon coating on the handle and spout protects the hands from heat and the kettle is easy to fill and pour.
5. Circulon Contempo Whistling Kettle
A well designed and robustly built whistling tea kettle with an attractive modern styling. The handle provides a secure grip while the spout cover flips up easily for pouring. The Circulon Contempo has a 2-Quart capacity and is available in three colors; red, warm silver (left) or black.