I was REALLY happy when I got this teapot--although it looks small, it actually holds a lot of tea, it's beautiful, and it certainly seemed durable.Unfortunately, even though I washed it before I used it, black enamel was showing up in my tea--it tastes bad (like solvent or paint) and it can't be good for you. I was hoping that this was just because it was new, but I've had it almost a month now and it still makes my tea ink-black and disgusting. I'll be returning it--bummer!

The appearance of the teapot is even better in person. I currently have it out as decor when it is not in use. I don't think I will ever go back to a ceramic or glass teapot again.

I bought this pot, because I started drinking a lot of tea and wanted a good way to brew it.I'm quite satisfied. If you follow the instructions--preheating the pot, etc--it brews a very satisfying cup. The enameled interior makes cleanup a breeze; just swirl a bit of water around the inside. It also looks nice enough sitting on the counter.The size is probably better suited for brewing for a few people. But I like to drink a few cups, and cast iron keeps it warm enough for me to finish a pot most of the time.As an aside, if you are brewing loose leaf tea be sure to follow the directions for brew temps, brew time and amount of tea. A properly brewed pot makes all the difference.

This came with the handle attached. The handle was cast iron and it was IMPOSSIBLE t attach it. Whoever made and assembled this product did a sloppy and poor job. Horrible DO NOT RECOMMEND.

I had this on my wish list because of the positive reviews and because it looked nice in the picture. When it arrived it was an almost neon green -- not the rustic/antique look pictured.It is very very small.The bottom has started to rust after a year, leaving rust all over the stove.Should have returned it, but my daughter had bought it for me.Seriously overpriced for such a disappointing product!

Item arrived inside a box with other items I ordered at the same time, and the exterior box did not appear damaged; however, when I pulled out the box with the teapot, I found that the lip of the spout was broken off.