Why did teplo aim for the industry’s thinnest 1.5mm carafe?

The « teplo cold brew carafe, » designed for cold brewing, was launched in July 2022.
This article As introduced in the article, the teplo cold brew carafe project began with the goal of creating a « carafe specifically designed for tea that excels in functionality and boasts an elegant presence. »

Among the various components of the carafe, the container that holds the tea leaves and tea is crucial in terms of product usability, design, and maintenance. The container of the teplo cold brew carafe is made of glass, and the thickness of the glass at the spout is set to approximately 1.5mm, which is among the thinnest in the industry.

This article will present two reasons why teplo is committed to making the carafe’s glass as thin as 1.5mm, setting it apart in the industry.

First and foremost, the reason for opting for a thinner design is that it makes the tea look more appealing. By reducing the glass thickness, the tea inside the carafe is beautifully highlighted. Although the difference between 1.5mm and 2mm thickness is only 0.5mm, the appearance of the tea in the carafe changes significantly when actually filled and compared side by side.

We believe that not only the moment of drinking tea but also the moment when one sees the carafe filled with tea and feels it looks « delicious » is an important part of the tea experience. Therefore, we are committed to the 1.5mm thickness, as it enhances the visual appeal of the tea and improves the overall tea experience.

The second reason for our focus on the carafe’s thinness is that a thinner design enhances the elegance of the pouring process. By making the spout thinner, the tea pours smoothly and stops cleanly, which improves the flow and reduces the likelihood of water dripping down the side of the carafe. This design minimizes the concern of tea dribbling at the end of the pour and allows for a more graceful pouring experience.

Both the moment of pouring and the moment of finishing the pour are important aspects of the tea experience. With this in mind, teplo is committed to the 1.5mm thickness.。

Achieving a thickness of 1.5mm is no easy feat. In upcoming articles, we will also introduce the glass artisans from Otaru, Hokkaido, who made this 1.5mm thickness possible.