Chantal Anniversary Enamel on Steel Whistling Tea Kettle, 2 quart (Chili Red)

If you want the whistle on a tea kettle to actually make noise when the water boils then the water level has to be beneath the level of where the spout is attached to the kettle. That means that models of tea kettles that have the spout attached low on the body of the kettle will not whistle if you have “over filled” the kettle. For the whistle to work it has to have the steam blowing thru it…and if the spout is blocked with water the whistle will not work. Duh…I know…seems obvious when you ponder it…but apparently not so obvious to those who design fancy tea kettles. This one has the spout attached up high so you can fill the kettle much of the way up with water. Some kettles you cannot fill more than halfway. Not only do their whistles not work…but boiling water splatters out of the spout. This Chantal kettle has the right design, nice color, good sturdy handle, and a nice big opening to fill it up. The whistle works just perfectly. And you have a decent sized kettle of hot water AND a whistle. Brilliant!

Don’t like that I am not supposed to keep water in the tea kettle

Trying to find a quality tea kettle, at a good price that's also aesthetically pleasing, is like the Jacksonville Jaguars going to the super bowl... Seems impossible. However, after searching articles on the web, reading countless reviews, I think I finally found "the one". I wanted an enamel coated over steel because paint wears off too quickly. So right there is the first thing I love about this kettle. The handle is comfortable to grip and I love that it's only a half handle. Makes taking the lid on and off so much easier. Some reviews say the handle gets hot, and it warns you to use a pot holder when handling. I haven't had to. I only use a pot holder when opening the spout to pour. It heats quickly and the whistle isn't too loud in my opinion. Just loud enough. I've only had this tea kettle a little while so I can't speak to longevity yet, but I will update review later for this. I don't forsee any issues with rust at this point. I think a lot of people have issues with rust because they leave water in the kettle, which you should never do. At the end of the day I rinse my kettle out and let it air dry with the lid off. Then once a week I'll wash it to get rid of any water deposits that may be inside. The color is beautiful. I went with a Caribbean Blue, which matches my kitchen. I also have a electric stove but will be switching to gas soon so I'll also update once I do that as well. Just remember for people who do have gas stoves, you will get some residue on the bottom. That's typical. Just keep wiping it clean and it should last you a long time. With purchase of this kettle, there is hope! Which means maybe there's hope for the Jaguars too ;)

It is a nice tea kettle. It is America's Test Kitchen number 1 rated tea kettle. There are 2 things that I do not like- hence 4 stars. It is a dark color inside of the kettle. Therefore, it makes it difficult to tell when to stop adding water to the kettle. It is too small of a kettle for me. I like to make hot tea and use the remaining water to make a picture of iced tea for later. The plus is that there are some nice colors to choose from. Still looking for a bigger tea kettle with a light colored interior.

The handle stays cool you will not need a potholder when you pick up the kettle. The whistle could be little stronger. I had my last chantal kettle for about 15 years it was the whistle that gave out.

The color is great in a kitchen that is mostly black and white. I've had this kettle for several months now and it looks like it's brand new. It washes up really well, and being able to remove the lid and wash inside the kettle means I can deal with hard water deposits with regular washing instead of needing to use vinegar or other cleaners. It's really great that the inside of the kettle is enameled, and allows for this.The handle does not get hot as other people say. Well, if you let the flame burn around the base it will, but that's the fault of the size of the flame or the burner, and not the fault of the kettle. If the flame is centered under the kettle the handle does not get hot.At first I thought I would need a pot holder to open the spout after boiling but I don't. It flips open nicely so a quick firm push on the end of the spout lid flips it up easily without burning you.I appreciate the lid that opens up a large space in which to pour water. It means I can put the water into the mug and then decant that into the kettle, giving me the exact amount of water needed and preventing wasted water.In all, I can foresee this kettle lasting many years. The ability to clean it well means it will look good, too.

Lovely to look at, not usable after less than one year. The picture of a rust spot explains why I am saying this product is defective. Other reviews show/state the same problem. Customer support replies “ Your photos do not show a kettle defect, but rather thermal shock damage from a kitchen accident.”. Other customers complained and received this same response . Not acceptable.Buyer beware this tea kettle does not survive ordinary use

Always a great tea pot. I love the color and durability.