Lodge
Cast Iron Melting Pot with Pour Spouts (1.5-Quart)
Best small-batch cookware for home cooks perfecting sauces and glazes.
Elevate your culinary creations with the Lodge Cast Iron Melting Pot. Crafted in the USA, this 1.5-quart pot is naturally seasoned for a superior, easy-release cooking surface that improves with every use. Its excellent heat retention ensures sauces, glazes, and other ingredients are warmed evenly. Designed for versatility, it features convenient pour spouts for precise dispensing and is suitable for use on grills and various stovetops. The included silicone basting brush, with its removable and dishwasher-safe head, makes glazing effortless. This nontoxic, PFAS-free cookware is built to last for generations, offering a lifetime of reliable cooking.
$24.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
54
/ 778
#54 in Saucepans
Price vs Category Average
-84%
Below average
Capacity
1.50.45
/ Quarts ( Liters)
Who it's for
- Bakers needing consistent heat for delicate melting tasks
- Home cooks seeking heirloom-quality cookware for any heat source
- Culinary enthusiasts requiring precision for sauces and glazes
Who should skip it
- Busy cooks wanting low-maintenance, dishwasher-safe kitchen tools
- Users preferring lightweight pans with stay-cool handles
- Chefs frequently preparing acidic tomato or citrus-based sauces
Performance breakdown
Heat Retention
Heavy cast iron maintains steady temperatures for delicate sauces and glazes.
Pour Precision
Integrated spouts allow for clean, controlled dispensing without messy drips.
Surface Versatility
Naturally seasoned iron performs flawlessly on induction, gas, and open grills.
Maintenance Effort
Requires traditional hand-washing and seasoning to prevent rust and degradation.
Durability
Rugged construction ensures this pot will easily outlast modern non-stick alternatives.
Ergonomic Utility
Included silicone brush simplifies glazing tasks with heat-resistant, dishwasher-safe convenience.
Key Specs
Capacity
1.5 Quarts (0.45 Liters)
Material
Cast Iron (Pot), Silicone (Brush)
Pot Inside Diameter
4.38 inches (11.13 cm)
Weight
2.03 LB (0.92 kg)
Brush Heat Resistance
Up to 450°F
Construction
Cast Iron, Pre-seasoned with natural vegetable oil
Country of Origin
Pot made in USA, Brush made in China
Compatible Heat Sources
Stove, Grill, Induction, Gas, Electric, Oven
Features
- Excellent heat retention and even heating
- Naturally seasoned, easy-release cooking surface
- Includes heat-resistant silicone basting brush
- Pour spouts for controlled pouring
- Nontoxic cooking surface, made without PFAS
- Designed to last for generations
- Suitable for use on grills and stoves
- Brush head is removable and dishwasher safe
What customers say
Customers highly value the Lodge 1.5-Quart Melting Pot for its robust quality and reliability. Key praise centers on its exceptional heat retention and even heating, perfect for melting or small sauce preparations. The dual pour spouts offer practical, mess-free convenience for all users. Its pre-seasoned surface allows for immediate use, though ongoing seasoning is recommended for best performance. While the inherent weight is expected for quality cast iron, users appreciate the pot's stability and versatility across various kitchen tasks. Overall satisfaction is high; this durable, functional piece upholds the Lodge reputation for excellent value and long-lasting cookware.
Know before you buy
No, the cast iron pot should be hand-washed to maintain its seasoning and prevent rust. However, the included silicone brush head is removable and dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.
Yes, this pot is compatible with all stovetops, including induction, gas, and electric, as well as grills and ovens.
The pot does not have a synthetic non-stick coating. Instead, it is naturally seasoned with vegetable oil, which creates a reliable, easy-release surface that improves the more you use it.
This melting pot has a 1.5-quart capacity, making it ideal for warming sauces, glazes, butter, or melting chocolate.
The silicone basting brush is heat-resistant up to 450°F, allowing you to safely apply glazes to hot food directly from the grill or oven.
Yes, the handle is cast iron, which means it will get hot during use. Always use a heat-resistant mitt or handle cover when moving the pot on the stove or grill.
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