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Utopia Long Island Glass Teapot 1Ltr (Pack of 6)

SKU: CN987

£153.00(£183.60 inc VAT)

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The Utopia Long Island is a clear glass teapot designed for table service in cafés, restaurants, hotels, and similar hospitality settings. Each pot holds one litre, which comfortably serves two to three covers depending on how the tea service is structured. The pack of six reflects how these are typically purchased — as a section stock rather than individually.

The glass construction is borosilicate, which handles thermal variation more reliably than standard glass. In a working service environment, where pots move quickly between hot water and table, that resilience matters. The clear body also has a practical advantage beyond aesthetics: guests can see the brew developing without lifting the lid, which is particularly useful with fruit infusions and herbal teas where colour signals strength and over-steeping is a common source of complaints.

  • Clear body allows guests to monitor brew colour and progress
  • Borosilicate glass handles thermal variation better than standard glass
  • One-litre capacity suits two to three covers per pot
  • Clean profile works across contemporary and traditional table settings
  • Pack of six provides a practical quantity for equipping or restocking a section

Glass teapots do require consistent, considered handling on the floor — they should not be set directly onto cold surfaces straight from hot water, and staff should be briefed accordingly. Cleaning is straightforward, and the transparent body makes it easy to confirm cleanliness before service goes out.

The Long Island suits operations where the tea offering carries some weight — specialty tea menus, afternoon tea service, or venues where presentation at the table is part of the experience. For very high-turnover environments where pots are cycled rapidly through multiple sittings, a ceramic alternative may offer greater day-to-day resilience.

If you're putting together a tea service or working out quantities for your covers, we're happy to talk it through.

Frequently asked questions

How many teapots do I need for a typical café or restaurant section?

A useful rule of thumb is to hold enough pots for your peak cover count plus a working buffer for turnaround and washing. With each pot serving two to three covers, a section of thirty covers might reasonably require ten to fifteen pots in rotation. The pack of six is a practical starting unit, and many operators order two or three packs to allow for breakages and concurrent service.

Are glass teapots suitable for high-volume service environments?

The borosilicate construction makes the Long Island more durable than standard glass, but glass teapots generally require more careful handling than ceramic equivalents. For operations turning pots over rapidly across multiple sittings — such as a busy breakfast service or high-footfall café — ceramic may offer better day-to-day resilience. Glass suits settings where presentation is a priority and handling pace allows for a measured approach.

Can these teapots be used with loose leaf tea as well as bags?

Yes, though the Long Island does not include a built-in infuser, so loose leaf tea would require a separate strainer or infuser basket. For menus offering a mix of bag and loose leaf options, pairing these pots with a compatible infuser is a common approach and keeps the service presentation consistent across the tea range.
Utopia Long Island Glass Teapot 1Ltr (Pack of 6)

£153.00(£183.60 inc VAT)

£153.00(£183.60 inc VAT)

The Utopia Long Island is a clear glass teapot designed for table service in cafés, restaurants, hotels, and similar hospitality settings. Each pot holds one litre, which comfortably serves two to three covers depending on how the tea service is structured. The pack of six reflects how these are typically purchased — as a section stock rather than individually.

The glass construction is borosilicate, which handles thermal variation more reliably than standard glass. In a working service environment, where pots move quickly between hot water and table, that resilience matters. The clear body also has a practical advantage beyond aesthetics: guests can see the brew developing without lifting the lid, which is particularly useful with fruit infusions and herbal teas where colour signals strength and over-steeping is a common source of complaints.

  • Clear body allows guests to monitor brew colour and progress
  • Borosilicate glass handles thermal variation better than standard glass
  • One-litre capacity suits two to three covers per pot
  • Clean profile works across contemporary and traditional table settings
  • Pack of six provides a practical quantity for equipping or restocking a section

Glass teapots do require consistent, considered handling on the floor — they should not be set directly onto cold surfaces straight from hot water, and staff should be briefed accordingly. Cleaning is straightforward, and the transparent body makes it easy to confirm cleanliness before service goes out.

The Long Island suits operations where the tea offering carries some weight — specialty tea menus, afternoon tea service, or venues where presentation at the table is part of the experience. For very high-turnover environments where pots are cycled rapidly through multiple sittings, a ceramic alternative may offer greater day-to-day resilience.

If you're putting together a tea service or working out quantities for your covers, we're happy to talk it through.