{"product_id":"tinplate-outdoor-charcoal-samovar-tea-urn","title":"Outdoor Charcoal Samovar Tinplate 135 Oz — Traditional Turkish Tea Urn","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTinplate outdoor samovar — traditional charcoal tea urn for gatherings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe samovar is more than a vessel for tea — it is the signal that a gathering has officially begun. In Turkish, Middle Eastern, and Balkan tradition, lighting the samovar marks the moment when there is time, warmth, and hospitality for everyone. Weddings, garden parties, family weekends, religious celebrations — the samovar sits at the center of all of them, keeping tea flowing continuously for hours without anyone needing to tend to it constantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 135.2 oz tinplate samovar is built for outdoor use and runs on charcoal. The traditional design is immediately recognizable to anyone who grew up with one at home, and striking to anyone encountering it for the first time. At this capacity, it serves a large crowd throughout a long event without needing to be refilled constantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fill the central chamber with charcoal and light it. Add water to the outer vessel. Place a small teapot filled with loose black tea on top — the rising heat brews a strong concentrate. To serve, pour a small amount of tea concentrate into each glass, then fill with hot water from the samovar's tap, adjusting the ratio to each person's preferred strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor indoor electric tea service, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/turkish-coffee-tea\"\u003eelectric samovars\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 135.2 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tinplate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFuel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charcoal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCurated by Rootsware · Crafted in Turkey\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Selected This Piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Rootsware, we carry electric samovars because they represent the ultimate tea station for a household that drinks tea throughout the day. The samovar — originally a Russian word for a vessel that \"self-boils\" — arrived in Turkish culture via the Ottoman trade routes and became the centerpiece of serious tea service. An electric samovar keeps water hot continuously and the upper teapot at steeping temperature for hours, which is exactly how tea is consumed in Turkish, Iranian, and Central Asian households.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use an Electric Samovar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFill the lower vessel with water to the fill line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd loose tea to the upper teapot — 1 tablespoon per cup of water in the upper pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlug in and switch on. The lower vessel heats the water; steam rises to heat the upper teapot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllow 20–30 minutes for the tea to steep fully in the upper pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTo serve: pour concentrate from the upper pot, dilute with hot water from the lower tap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe samovar can remain on and keep water hot for hours — refill the lower vessel as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Cleaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnplug and allow to cool completely before cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEmpty the lower vessel after each use — do not leave standing water in the heating element.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWipe the exterior with a damp cloth. Do not submerge the base unit in water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDescale the lower vessel monthly if your water is hard — fill with equal parts water and white vinegar, run the heating cycle, then rinse twice with fresh water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe upper teapot can be washed separately like a standard teapot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat capacity do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFor a household of 2–4 that drinks tea regularly: 3–4 L is sufficient. For a household of 6+ or frequent hosting: 4.5–5 L. The larger the capacity, the longer you can go between refills during a long tea session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe to leave it running unattended?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nQuality electric samovars have auto shut-off when the water level drops below the minimum. Always verify this feature before leaving it unattended. The units in this collection are from established Turkish manufacturers with standard safety features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for coffee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe lower vessel heats water only. The upper teapot is for loose tea steeping. Turkish coffee requires a cezve on direct heat and cannot be made in a samovar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it compatible with US voltage (110V)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. All samovars in this collection are sold for the US market and are compatible with standard 110V US outlets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rootsware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51916661686570,"sku":"H9348","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/6360\/1194\/files\/H9348_1.png?v=1782267449","url":"https:\/\/rootsware.com\/products\/tinplate-outdoor-charcoal-samovar-tea-urn","provider":"Rootsware","version":"1.0","type":"link"}