Dual-purpose teapot for brewing and boiling

Abstract

The utility model discloses a brewing and boiling dual-purpose teapot, and belongs to the technical field of daily appliances. The teapot comprises a teapot body, the outer edge of a top opening of the teapot body is rotationally connected with a rotating frame, a brewing cup is fixedly connected into the rotating frame, the gravity center of the brewing cup is located below the rotating axis of the rotating frame, and the opening of the brewing cup is kept upward in a natural state. In the tea making mode, the gravity center of the brewing cup is located below the rotating axis, the opening is always upward in the natural state, brewed tea soup is introduced into the pot body by rotating the brewing cup, and tea leaves are separated from the tea soup; in the steam tea boiling mode, water vapor is used for heating tea leaves, tea soup is formed through condensation and backflow, the requirements of different tea types and drinking scenes are met, and more convenient and diversified tea drinking experience is provided for users.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of daily necessities technology, and in particular to a teapot that can be used for both brewing and boiling. Background Technology

[0002] With increasing emphasis on healthy beverages and a resurgence of traditional culture, tea drinking is gradually becoming a popular lifestyle. Tea preparation methods mainly include steeping and boiling.

[0003] Brewing tea involves steeping tea leaves in water at a suitable temperature for a short time, allowing the effective components of the tea leaves to be extracted. The resulting tea is light, refreshing, and fragrant, suitable for delicate teas such as green tea and oolong tea. Boiling tea, on the other hand, involves heating water to steam or boil the tea leaves. This process fully releases the tea polyphenols and minerals, resulting in a strong, deep-flavored tea, often used for highly fermented teas such as Pu-erh tea and black tea. Both methods have their own characteristics in terms of processing, applicable scenarios, and tea flavor. Therefore, there is a need for a multifunctional tea utensil that can accommodate both brewing and boiling tea. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application provides a teapot that can be used for both brewing and boiling, and the teapot according to this application can overcome at least one or more problems existing in the prior art.

[0005] A teapot that can be used for both brewing and boiling includes a teapot body, a spout for pouring tea soup on the outer edge of the top of the teapot body, and a first cavity for boiling tea inside. The outer edge of the opening at the top of the teapot body is rotatably connected to a rotating frame, and a brewing cup is fixedly connected inside the rotating frame. A second cavity for brewing tea is provided at the bottom of the brewing cup. The center of gravity of the brewing cup is located below the rotation axis of the rotating frame, and the opening of the brewing cup is always facing upward in the natural state.

[0006] In one possible implementation, the rotating frame includes a ring frame placed inside the top opening of the kettle body and fitted onto the outer wall of the brewing cup. The ring frame has a shaft in the direction of its rotation axis, which is connected to a rotating groove shaft on the outer edge of the top of the kettle body. The ring frame can be flipped at the top opening of the kettle body.

[0007] In one possible implementation, a knob is provided on the outer end face of the ring frame shaft, and the knob is located on the outside of the pot body.

[0008] In one possible implementation, the brewing cup includes a cup body and a lid, with the top opening of the cup body detachably connected to the lid, which has a filter hole.

[0009] In one possible implementation, a sealing silicone sealant is provided at the contact surface between the outer periphery of the lid and the cup body.

[0010] In one possible implementation, a handle is provided on the outer wall of the kettle, and the top of the handle is rotatably connected to the retaining plate; the bottom outer wall of the brewing cup is provided with an inwardly recessed groove, and when the brewing cup is placed with its opening facing down, the retaining plate can rotate into the groove to prevent the brewing cup from flipping over.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages: the design of the brewing cup can be flipped. In the tea brewing mode, the center of gravity of the brewing cup is located below the axis of rotation, and the opening always faces upward in the natural state to avoid flipping; by rotating the brewing cup, the brewed tea is introduced into the pot body, and the tea leaves are separated from the tea soup.

[0012] The steam brewing mode uses steam to heat the tea leaves, and the tea soup is formed by condensation and reflux, avoiding the over-extraction that may occur when directly boiling tea. Compared with existing single-function teaware, this technology is compatible with two tea-making methods, meeting the needs of different types of tea and drinking scenarios, and providing users with a more convenient and diversified tea-drinking experience.

[0013] It should be noted that all the above possible implementation methods can be combined, provided that the solutions do not contradict each other. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a teapot that can be used for both brewing and boiling, provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another angle of the structure of a teapot that can be used for both brewing and boiling, provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0016] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of a teapot that can be used for both brewing and boiling, provided in an embodiment of this application, in the tea-brewing state.

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a teapot that can be used for both brewing and boiling tea, provided in an embodiment of this application, in the state of boiling tea.

[0018] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of a teapot that can be used for both brewing and boiling, provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0019] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0020] 10. Kettle body; 11. Handle; 12. Plate; 13. Rotating groove; 20. Rotating bracket; 21. Ring bracket; 22. Knob; 30. Brewing cup; 31. Cup body; 311. Slot; 32. Lid. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The present application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, which illustrate several embodiments of the present application. However, it should be understood that the present application can be presented in many different ways and is not limited to the embodiments described below; in fact, the embodiments described below are intended to make the disclosure of the present application more complete and to fully illustrate the scope of protection of the present application to those skilled in the art. It should also be understood that the embodiments disclosed herein can be combined in various ways to provide more additional embodiments.

[0022] An embodiment of this application provides a teapot that can be used for both brewing and boiling tea; please refer to it as well. Figure 1 and Figure 2 The teapot includes a body 10, a rotating frame 20, and a brewing cup 30. The body 10 has a spout for pouring tea along its top outer edge, and its interior forms a first cavity for brewing tea. The outer edge of the top opening of the body 10 is rotatably connected to the rotating frame 20. The brewing cup 30 is fixed inside the rotating frame 20 by a snap-fit ​​mechanism. The bottom of the brewing cup 30 has a second cavity for brewing tea, and its center of gravity is located below the rotation axis of the rotating frame 20, thus ensuring that the top opening of the brewing cup 30 always faces upwards in its natural state.

[0023] For details, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 5 The rotating frame 20 includes a ring frame 21 and a knob 22. The ring frame 21 is circular (or can be composed of two discontinuous semi-rings) and is placed inside the opening at the top of the kettle body 10. It is made of stainless steel and is fitted into a groove on the outer wall of the brewing cup 30. The ring frame 21 has a shaft along its rotation axis, which is connected to the rotating groove 13 on the outer edge of the top of the kettle body 10, allowing the ring frame 21 to be flipped at the top of the kettle body 10.

[0024] In some embodiments, a knob 22 is provided on the outer end face of the shaft. The knob 22 is located on the outside of the pot body 10, so that the user can rotate the ring frame 21 by applying force with his / her fingers.

[0025] The brewing cup 30 includes a cup body 31 and a lid 32. The cup body 31 is made of glass, and the lid 32 is made of stainless steel. The top opening of the cup body 31 is detachably connected to the lid 32, which has filter holes. The outer periphery of the lid 32 is covered with food-grade silicone to increase the friction between the lid 32 and the cup body 31, while also improving the sealing performance.

[0026] In one possible implementation, the outer wall of the pot body 10 is provided with a handle 11, and the top of the handle 11 is rotatably connected to the locking plate 12. The outer wall of the cup body 31 is provided with an inwardly recessed locking groove 311. When the cup body 31 is placed with its opening facing down, the locking plate 12 can rotate into the locking groove 311, thereby fixing the position of the cup body 31 and preventing it from tipping over.

[0027] Instructions for use:

[0028] When brewing tea, such as Figure 3 As shown, the center of gravity of the cup body 31 is located below its axis of rotation, ensuring that the cup body 31 always faces upwards in its natural state. In use, place tea leaves into the second cavity of the cup body 31, pour in appropriately warm water, and then close the lid 32. When drinking tea, rotate the knob 22 to invert the entire brewing cup 30, allowing the brewed tea to flow into the first cavity of the pot body 10, while the tea leaves remain in the second cavity of the cup body 31. After releasing the knob 22, the brewing cup 30 automatically returns to its upward-facing position. When pouring tea from the pot body 10, the brewing cup 30 always remains upward-facing, ensuring uninterrupted use.

[0029] When brewing tea, such as Figure 4 As shown, this is specifically a steam brewing method for tea. Tea leaves are placed in the second cavity of the cup body 31 of the brewing cup 30. After closing the lid 32, the brewing cup 30 is inverted, and the cup is secured by rotating the locking plate 12 to prevent it from automatically returning to its original position. Water is then poured onto the spherical surface at the bottom of the brewing cup 30, flowing along the outer wall of the cup body 31 into the kettle body 10. When the water level in the kettle body 10 reaches an appropriate height, below the opening of the brewing cup 30, heating begins, and the generated steam steams the tea leaves inside the brewing cup 30. The condensed steam forms tea liquor that flows back to the kettle body 10. Steam enters the cup body 31 through the filter holes on the lid 32, and the condensed tea liquor flows back to the kettle body 10 through the filter holes on the lid 32. Compared to traditional brewing methods, steam-brewed tea has a richer flavor and a unique taste.

[0030] While exemplary embodiments of this application have been described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes and modifications can be made to the exemplary embodiments of this application without departing from the spirit and scope thereof. Therefore, all changes and modifications are included within the scope of protection of this application as defined by the claims. This application is defined by the appended claims, and equivalents of those claims are also included.

Claims

1. A teapot for both brewing and boiling, comprising a body (10), wherein the outer edge of the top of the body (10) is provided with a spout for pouring tea, and the interior of the body (10) forms a first cavity for boiling tea, characterized in that, The outer edge of the top opening of the pot body (10) is rotatably connected to the rotating frame (20). The brewing cup (30) is fixedly connected inside the rotating frame (20). The bottom of the brewing cup (30) is provided with a second cavity for brewing tea. The center of gravity of the brewing cup (30) is located below the rotation axis of the rotating frame (20). In its natural state, the opening of the brewing cup (30) remains facing upward.

2. The teapot for both brewing and boiling according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating frame (20) includes a ring frame (21), which is placed inside the top opening of the pot body (10) and sleeved on the outer wall of the brewing cup (30). The ring frame (21) has a shaft in the direction of its rotation axis, which is connected to the rotating groove (13) on the outer edge of the top of the pot body (10). The ring frame (21) can be flipped at the top opening of the pot body (10).

3. The teapot for both brewing and boiling according to claim 2, characterized in that, A knob (22) is provided on the outer end face of the shaft of the ring frame (21), and the knob (22) is located on the outside of the pot body (10).

4. The teapot for both brewing and boiling according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The brewing cup (30) includes a cup body (31) and a lid (32), wherein the top opening of the cup body (31) is detachably connected to the lid (32) with filter holes.

5. The teapot for both brewing and boiling according to claim 4, characterized in that, The outer periphery of the cover (32) is provided with sealing silicone at the contact surface with the cup body (31).

6. The teapot for both brewing and boiling according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The outer wall of the kettle body (10) is provided with a handle (11), and the top of the handle (11) is rotatably connected to the plate (12); the bottom outer wall of the brewing cup (30) is provided with an inwardly recessed groove (311). When the brewing cup (30) is placed with the opening facing down, the plate (12) can rotate into the groove (311) to restrict the brewing cup (30) from flipping.

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