A samovar (Russian: самовар, IPA: [səmɐˈvar] ⓘ, lit.'self-brewer') is a metal container traditionally used to heat and boil water. Although originating in Russia, the samovar is well known outside of Russia and has spread through Russian culture to other parts of Eastern Europe, as well as Western and Central and South Asia.

2019年10月28日 · The Russian Samovar is a large heated container used to boil water for tea. The word "samovar" literally translates as "self-brewer." Samovars are usually ornately decorated and are part of a traditional tea-drinking ceremony.

samovar, metal urn, often of brass, with a spigot near its base, widely used in Russia to boil water for tea. In traditional samovars water is heated by means of a vertical tube, containing burning charcoal, running up the middle of the urn. A filled teapot is set atop the chimney to steep.

2024年11月18日 · Learn about the history, significance, and rituals & discover the modern electric samovars. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Russian tea culture and samovars. Discover the deep-rooted traditions, from brewing strong black teas to …

2024年8月2日 · The history of the Russian samovar is as rich and intricate as the tea it brews, weaving together threads of culture, craftsmanship, and social interaction. Originating in the early 18th century, the samovar quickly became a staple …

First appearing in the eighteenth century as a teakettle with a chimney, the Russian samovar was fashioned, over many decades, into a host of forms, some preserving the classical shapes of eighteenth-century vases, others made with detachable legs to meet the needs of travelers who liked to take their tea in their carriages or on the train.

2020年4月13日 · What is a Samovar? The samovar is a container used to boil water and keep it hot, with a smaller teapot that fits neatly on the top. It is said that the samovar was invented because, although Russia was keen to follow the example set by the Chinese tea ceremony, the Russian appetite for tea was so great that they required a larger vessel.

2023年9月23日 · These iconic vessels have been an integral part of Russian households for centuries, serving as both functional tea-making devices and symbols of hospitality and togetherness. The origins of the samovar can be traced back to the 18th century, when tea first gained popularity in Russia.