<p>The electrical household appliance of the invention comprises a first receptacle (7) for boiling water and a second receptacle (11) suitable for placing on top of said first receptacle (7) such that plant leaves are placed therein to be brewed in heated water. Said first receptacle (7) comprises a bidirectional valve (18) selectively establishing fluid communication with said second receptacle (11) in response to presence of a pusher mechanism (33) of said first receptacle (7) in engaging relationship with said bidirectional valve (18).</p>