Graniteware® 21.5-Quart Water Bath
Canner
Porcelain Enamel-Coated Steel | Manufacturer: CINSA USA
Preserve your harvest with confidence using the Graniteware 21.5 Qt
Canner, a compact yet powerful water-bath canner trusted by home canners
for decades. Crafted from porcelain enamel-coated steel and manufactured
by CINSA USA, this canner delivers reliable heat distribution,
durability, and ease of use—making it perfect for beginners and experienced
canners alike.
Whether you're preserving fresh fruit, homemade jam, or garden tomatoes,
the 21.5-quart Graniteware canner offers the ideal balance of capacity,
weight, and performance.
Buy online or shop locally at our Spartanburg, SC retail store
Why Choose the Graniteware 21.5-Quart
Canner?
✔ Ideal Mid-Size Capacity
Perfect for small to medium batches—great for home kitchens with limited space.
✔ Porcelain Enamel-Coated Steel
Construction
non-reactive surface preserves flavor and resists rust, stains, and corrosion.
✔ Fast & Even Heat Distribution
Steel core heats water evenly for safe and consistent canning.
✔ Lightweight & Easy to Handle
Easier to lift and store than oversized canners.
✔ Made by CINSA USA
A trusted manufacturer known for dependable cookware and long-lasting quality.
Designed for Safe Water-Bath Canning
The Granite Ware 21.5-qt canner is specifically designed for WATER
BATH canning, recommended for high-acid foods such as:
- Fruits
(berries, peaches, apples, pears)
- Tomatoes and
tomato-based recipes
- Pickles,
relishes, and salsas
- Jams, jellies,
preserves, and fruit butters
- Vinegar-based
or acidified foods
Not a pressure canner — not for low-acid foods like meat or plain
vegetables.
More Ways to Use This 21.5-Quart Pot
Beyond canning, customers love this Granite Ware pot for:
- Blanching
vegetables before freezing
- Making soups,
stews, and stocks
- Boiling corn,
pasta, or seafood
- Outdoor or
seasonal batch cooking
- Holiday meal
prep
It’s a versatile kitchen workhorse year-round.
Pro Canning Tip (Beginner-Friendly)
Tip:
Before processing jars, pre-warm both the jars and the water. Starting with
warm water reduces temperature shock and lowers the risk of jar breakage during
boiling.
Product Specifications
- Capacity: 21.5 Quarts
- Material: Steel
- Finish: Porcelain
Enamel-Coated
- Canning Type: Water Bath
- Manufacturer: CINSA USA
- Color: Classic
Granite Speckled
- Use: Home canning
& large-batch cooking
Frequently Asked Questions
How many jars fit in a 21.5-quart
Graniteware canner?
Typically holds:
- 5–6-quart jars, or
- 6–7-pint jars, depending on
jar shape and rack used.
Is the Graniteware 21.5 qt canner
good for beginners?
Yes. Its manageable size, lighter weight, and simple water-bath operation
make it ideal for first-time canners.
Can I use this canner on a smooth-top
or glass stove?
In most cases, yes—but always check your stove manufacturer’s weight
limits before use.
Is porcelain enamel safe for food?
Absolutely. Porcelain enamel is non-reactive, does not absorb
flavors, and is safe for acidic foods.
Is this the same as a pressure canner?
No. This is a water bath canner only, designed for high-acid
recipes that don’t require pressure.
Who makes Graniteware canners?
Granite Ware cookware is manufactured by CINSA USA, a trusted name
in kitchenware.
Can this pot be used for cooking
instead of canning?
Yes. Many customers use it as a large cooking pot for soups,
seafood boils, and seasonal cooking.
Where can I buy a Graniteware 21.5-qt
canner locally?
You can buy online or purchase in-store at our Spartanburg, SC
retail location.
Shop Online or Visit Our Spartanburg,
SC Store
Location:
7043 Howard St.
Spartanburg, SC
Phone: 864-583-1443
✅ Local pickup available
✅ Trusted local retailer
✅ Perfect for new & seasoned
canners