Sungmor Cast Iron Teapot Warmer with Tealight Holder

It keeps things warm rather than piping hot—think 'comfortably sippable' temperature. The cast iron design holds heat beautifully with just a tealight candle underneath, which is perfect for extending your tea session without reheating. Several users note it maintains a nice warm temperature for 30-45 minutes, though if you're looking for boiling-hot tea, you'll want to start with freshly brewed tea and expect it to gradually cool to a pleasant warmth.

Yes, this is the trade-off with tealight warmers—you'll get some soot buildup on the bottom of your teapot and potentially on the warmer itself. About a dozen users mentioned this, and it's just the nature of an open flame. The good news? It wipes off easily, and most people find it's worth the minor cleanup for the elegant warming experience. Using quality tealights can help minimize (but not eliminate) the soot.

It's on the compact side—the top plate measures about 5-6 inches across. This works beautifully for single-serving teapots, smaller coffee mugs, or sake carafes, but if you're planning to use it with a large family-sized teapot, you might find it smaller than expected. The graceful rustic pattern design makes it look substantial in photos, so it's worth checking your teapot's base diameter before ordering.

It's quite thoughtfully designed for safety. The cast iron construction is incredibly stable and won't tip easily, and the handles stay cool even when the center plate is heated. The candle sits protected underneath in a recessed holder, so you won't accidentally touch the flame. That said, it's still an open flame, so you'll want to use it on a heat-safe surface away from anything flammable and never leave it unattended—standard candle safety applies here.

Tea enthusiasts have gotten creative with this one! It's excellent for warming sake (the temperature control is actually ideal for this), keeping coffee warm during long morning reading sessions, heating small amounts of milk for lattes, or even as a gentle warmer for essential oil diffusers. The heavy-duty cast iron and elegant design mean it doubles as a beautiful decorative piece on your tea table even when you're not actively using it.

This is genuinely heavy-duty—the cast iron is thick and substantial, which is exactly what you want in a warmer. Users consistently mention how well-made and sturdy it feels, with that satisfying heft that tells you it'll last for years. The rustic pattern design isn't just decorative; it's part of the robust construction. Just note that cast iron needs a bit of care (keep it dry to prevent rust), and like any cast iron piece, it can break if dropped on a hard surface, though that's pretty rare given how stable it sits.