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Tea Kettles, Hot Cocoa Bars & Cozy Winter Drink Favorites
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items Our evenings from October through March revolve around something warm in a mug, whether that is loose leaf tea, a frothy latte, or rich hot cocoa for the kids. These are the kettles, frothers, mugs, and treats that turned our kitchen counter into a c...
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Electric Kettles & Tea Kettles
Milk Frothers, Mugs & Teapots
Tea, Hot Cocoa & Sweet Extras
Electric Kettles & Tea Kettles
Kettles that heat water fast and look lovely left out on the counter.
The Fellow Stagg EKG Pro is the prettiest appliance on my counter, and it performs just as well. I set the exact temperature for green tea, pour over coffee, or cocoa, and the gooseneck spout pours with total control. It holds the temperature for an ...
Fellow Stagg EKG Pro Electric Kettle
The Cuisinart PerfecTemp kettle has preset buttons for different teas, so I never scorch delicate greens again. It boils fast and keeps water warm, which is perfect for our second cup. It is a reliable workhorse that we have used daily for years with...
Cuisinart PerfecTemp Cordless Electric Kettle
The Breville soft top kettle opens slowly and quietly, which I appreciate early in the morning before my family wakes up. It boils water quickly, and the all stainless interior means no plastic taste in our tea. It is sturdy, sleek, and one of the be...
Breville Soft Top Pure Stainless Steel Electric Kettle
I find the OXO Brew cordless kettle simple, fast, and so easy to use. The handle stays cool, the lid opens wide for filling, and it shuts off automatically when it boils. It is our everyday kettle for tea, oatmeal, and hot cocoa, and it has held up p...
OXO Brew Stainless Steel Cordless Electric Kettle
The Le Creuset whistling kettle brings such a cozy, old fashioned feeling to our winter mornings. I love hearing it whistle on the stove while I set out our mugs. The enamel comes in beautiful colors, and it looks just as lovely sitting on our stovet...
Le Creuset Classic Whistling Tea Kettle
The COSORI gooseneck kettle gives me precise temperature control at a much friendlier price. I use it for pour over coffee and delicate teas, and the slim spout pours slowly and evenly. The hold warm feature is handy, and my partner and I both reach ...
COSORI Smart Gooseneck Kettle in Black
This KitchenAid electric kettle is compact and quick, which makes it perfect for our smaller kitchen. It boils enough water for a couple of mugs in no time, and the handle is comfortable to hold. It matches my other KitchenAid appliances, so our coun...
KitchenAid Electric Kettle
The Smeg retro kettle is pure joy on our counter, and it makes every cup of tea feel special. The pastel colors are adorable, and it boils water quickly and quietly. I gave one to my mom for her birthday, and now she says it is the first thing she re...
Smeg 50s Retro Style Electric Kettle
Milk Frothers, Mugs & Teapots
Frothers, mugs, and teapots for cafe style drinks at home.
The Breville Milk Cafe froths enough milk for several drinks at once, which is perfect when we have guests. I make big batches of hot chocolate in it, and it heats and whisks at the same time. The temperature dial lets me keep drinks kid friendly, an...
Breville Milk Cafe Frother in Brushed Stainless Steel
These Bodum Bistro mugs are my everyday favorites for tea and cocoa. The clean shape feels great in my hands, and they hold a generous pour. They go through the dishwasher without fading, and I keep a set on our coffee bar so our guests always have a...
Bodum Bistro Mug Set of Two
This clear glass teapot lets me watch the tea leaves unfurl, which feels so calming on a quiet afternoon. The removable infuser makes it easy to control strength, and it is stovetop safe. I use it for loose leaf and blooming teas, and friends always ...
PARACITY Clear Glass Teapot with Removable Infuser
This large spheres tea infuser gives loose leaf tea plenty of room to expand, which makes a much better cup. I keep it right next to my kettle and use it every morning. It is simple to rinse clean, and it has convinced me to switch from tea bags to l...
Spheres Large Tea Infuser
The Zulay frother heats and froths milk in one step, and it makes silky hot chocolate for our kids in minutes. It has settings for hot foam, warm milk, and cold foam, so I use it year round. It is affordable, easy to clean, and a great first frother ...
Zulay Kitchen Four-in-One Electric Milk Frother and Steamer
I fill this Stanley Quencher with hot tea for long days at our kids' weekend games. It keeps drinks hot for hours in the cold bleachers, and the handle makes it easy to carry. It fits in my car cup holder, and I love having something warm to sip duri...
Stanley Adventure Quencher Travel Mug
The Nespresso Aeroccino makes café style foam at home in about a minute. I use it for lattes, chai, and the fluffiest hot chocolate my kids have ever had. One button does everything, the whisk cleans in seconds, and it is the small splurge I recommen...
Nespresso Aeroccino 3 Milk Frother
The Ember mug keeps my tea at the exact temperature I like until the very last sip. As a parent who constantly gets interrupted, this mug changed my mornings. I set my preferred temperature in the app, and it has been one of the most appreciated gift...
Ember Smart Mug 2
Tea, Hot Cocoa & Sweet Extras
Teas, cocoa, and toppings for the coziest drink station.
These holiday hot cocoa bombs are pure magic for my kids. We drop one in a mug, pour hot milk over it, and watch it burst open with marshmallows inside. They make a sweet hostess gift too, and I always keep a box on hand for snow days and cozy movie ...
R.H. Macy and Co. Holiday Hot Cocoa Bombs Ten-Piece Set
Ghirardelli sea salt caramel squares are the little treat I set out next to our cocoa and tea. They melt beautifully into a warm drink, or I just enjoy one on the side. They are individually wrapped, which makes them perfect for stocking stuffers and...
Ghirardelli Sea Salt Caramel Milk Chocolate Squares
These Swiss Miss K-Cup pods make hot cocoa as easy as brewing coffee, and my kids can make their own. We keep a box by our Keurig all winter for snow days and after school treats. It tastes like the cocoa I grew up with, and cleanup is simply tossing...
Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa Keurig K-Cup Pods
Harney and Sons Tower of London is my favorite black tea for cold mornings. It has a hint of honey and black currant that makes it feel a little special. The silken sachets brew a full flavored cup, and I always keep a tin of it in our pantry for our...
Harney and Sons Tower of London Black Tea Sachets
This Twinings Sweet Escape variety pack lets me try a few dessert inspired teas without committing to a full box. The flavors are cozy and naturally sweet, which helps me skip the sugar. I love setting it out when we host brunch so our guests can pic...
Twinings Sweet Escape Variety Pack Tea Bags
The Tea Forte classic set is my favorite gift for tea loving friends. The pyramid infusers look so pretty in the cup, and we love the rich, full flavored tea. The cafe cup is included, so it feels like a complete present, and I keep one on hand for l...
Tea Forte Classic Tea Set with Cafe Cup
The Celestial Seasonings herbal sampler is how our family winds down on winter evenings. Everything is caffeine free, so even my kids can enjoy a warm mug before bed. Sleepytime and peppermint are our favorites, and the sampler makes it easy to disco...
Celestial Seasonings Herbal Tea Sampler