How to clean the Kelly Kettle

[Snape]

I would not clean it as there is no need to.
Even a build-up of scale inside the jacket will not make any difference. The only reason for really descaling an electric kettle is to make the heating element more efficient but that doesn't apply to a Kelly.
The boiling water will kill off any nasty critters. You could leave it boiling for a few minutes to be sure any germs are dead.

[Trilob]

thank you all for your replies. No need to clean sounds good to me!

[RBTraditional]

Keep the flavour going! I always refuse a fresh glass in the pub for the same reason.......

[Kev Parr]

Definitely don't clean it....rinse it out with a little water each time you use it but the scuffs and scorch marks add to the flavour....

[Shropshire Lad]

I normally don't bother to clean mine if there are any loose pieces stuck inside around the base I just use some soft wire wool to remove it.

[Trilob]

Clean it....? I still think I've already put the tea inside when I pour the brown water out from it

thanks loop, I had a dream about brown water coming out of the kettle last night

[Loop Erimder]

[Trevor]

How about denture tablets, like Steradent?
A gentler option, and I use them to clean my flask.
Rinse out afterwards of course, otherwise your tea will taste minty fresh.

[Shaun Harrison]

Fresh brew from this weekend and the flask filled too.

[Trilob]

Made myself some nice noodles this Saturday. And caught this 0.7 lbs roach. Good times!