Electric, stovetop and gooseneck tea kettles all come in a wide range of materials, including stainless steel, ceramic, glass, copper and aluminum. Stovetop tea kettles are also available in heavy duty cast iron. Deciding between these different materials ultimately comes down to taste and how much you want to invest.
Aluminum tea kettles tend to be on the lighter side and they heat up quickly. They’re often a more affordable option, but they aren’t quite as strong as some of the other materials available so they may be more prone to denting. Copper can make a beautiful, classic statement on a kitchen cooktop but be prepared to spend a little more on one of these eye-catching kettles. Ceramic tea kettles are available in a wide range of colors to add a pop of personality to your brewing game and they often feature a stainless steel lining. And not only are cast iron tea kettles hardy and long lasting, they heat water quickly and tend to keep water warm longer.