Alessi Whistling Kettle Bulbul AC100 by Achille Castiglioni

A kettle that looks so special that you almost dare not use it - and yet you do so every day with pleasure. The Alessi Bulbul Kettle AC100 is no ordinary kettle. This is a piece of design history that simply stands on your stove, ready to boil water for your perfect cup of tea or coffee. Designed by the legendary Achille Castiglioni and launched as the first of twelve anniversary pieces for Alessi's 100th anniversary - this is the kettle that will elevate your kitchen to a whole new level. Inspired by a curling stone, the Bulbul seems to glide over your countertop. That floating, round silhouette in shiny 18/10 stainless steel is no coincidence: it is the result of Castiglioni's tireless curiosity and decades-long obsession with form and function. You set it down. Your guests look up. That is the magic of Italian design. Why the Alessi Bulbul is different from anything you know * Iconic anniversary piece - The Bulbul is the first design from the exclusive Alessi 100 Values collection, compiled from thousands of unpublished archive projects to celebrate 100 years of Alessi. * Achille Castiglioni design - One of the most influential designers of the 20th century created this design, with his signature wink at playfulness and functionality. * Whistle spout that really whistles - As soon as the water boils, you hear it immediately. No more screaming water, no more overflowing kettle - just a clear, pleasant whistle signal. * Suitable for all heat sources - Gas, electric, halogen, ceramic, and induction: the Bulbul works everywhere. No hassle, no limitations. * 2.5 liter capacity - Enough for multiple cups at once, ideal when you have guests or just want to brew a large pot of tea. * Cool handle - Grip the handle without burning your fingers. Practically thought out, just like everything about this design. * Made in Italy - 18/10 stainless steel, craftsmanship that you can feel and see. A design with a story - that tells you anew every morning Alessi did not celebrate its 100th anniversary just with a party. The team dove deep into the archives - through thousands of never-published or produced projects - and selected twelve designs that each represent a core value of the brand. The Bulbul is number one. That says something. Achille Castiglioni designed the Bulbul back in 1995, but the piece remained in the drawer for years. Until Alessi decided: this deserves the light of day. And rightly so. The round, almost sculptural shape - based on the curling stone - makes the Bulbul an object that you consciously place on your countertop. Not to be put away in a cupboard, not to be hidden. Show it off. Because this is a kettle that starts a conversation even before you have poured your water. The whistle signal from the spout is warm and clear, not shrill or annoying. Exactly as you want it: a friendly reminder that your moment of enjoyment is about to begin. Suitable for any heat source - at home in any kitchen Whether you cook on gas, induction, ceramic, or halogen - the Bulbul adapts to your kitchen, not the other way around. The 18/10 stainless steel body conducts heat efficiently and withstands daily use. The cool handle ensures that you can lift it safely and comfortably, even if the kettle has been on the fire for a while. Note: the Bulbul is not dishwasher safe. But that is actually an advantage - you treat it with the attention it deserves. Just wash it by hand, dry it, and it shines like new. A kettle that asks for a little care gives years of enjoyment in return. With a capacity of 2.5 liters, it is large enough for a cozy tea moment with friends, and compact enough to leave it on the stove every day without getting in the way. The Alessi 100 Values collection - design with depth The Bulbul does not stand alone. It is part of a larger story: the Alessi 100 Values collection, where a new piece is introduced every month - each with its own value, its own designer, and its own history. Whether you collect or not: even as a standalone kettle, the Bulbul is a statement that stays with you for years. This is the kind of product you think about before you buy it - and that you never give away afterwards. 💡 Cookinglife Tip: Don’t just use the Bulbul for tea. Use it for a French press, prepare instant ramen, or use it for blanching vegetables. With 2.5 liters and quick heating on induction, it is also a quiet worker in the hectic weekday kitchen. And honestly? A kettle that looks this good deserves to come out of the cupboard more often - or just to always stand on the countertop. Specifications * Collection: Bulbul * Type: Kettle * Material: 18/10 Stainless steel * Color: Silver * Capacity: 2,500 ml (2.5 liters) * Weight: 1,449 grams * Dimensions: 265 x 237 x 185 mm (L x W x H) * Designer: Achille Castiglioni * Warranty: 2 years * Country of origin: Italy * Heat sources: Gas, electric, halogen, ceramic, induction * Cool handle: Yes * Hand wash: Yes * Dishwasher safe: No * Oven safe: No In the package * Alessi Bulbul

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