Handwoven Brass Infuser

A reusable brass basket for brewing loose leaf tea and herbs, handwoven rather than stamped. It is for anyone leaving disposable tea bags behind who still wants a quick way to brew whole leaf tea at home or at a desk, without setting up a full teapot.

Key Features

• Handmade and woven from brass
• Open weave that lets water circulate around the leaf
• Sits in a cup or a teapot of your choice
• Holds enough leaf for up to 5 cups of tea
• Reusable, so it replaces a steady stream of used tea bags

Materials

Brass, handwoven.

How to Use

Add tea leaves to the basket according to your preference, pour hot water over them and wait three to four minutes, then lift the basket out. Because the weave is open, whole leaf teas have room to unfurl instead of staying packed tight the way they do in a bag, which is where most of the difference in flavour comes from.

Care Instructions

• Empty and rinse straight after brewing so leaf does not dry into the weave
• Hand wash only; avoid dishwashers and harsh detergents
• Dry fully to prevent water marks on the brass
• Brass darkens with use; polish gently if you prefer it bright

FAQs

How is it different from the telescopic infuser?

This one is a fixed handwoven basket, while the telescopic version adjusts to fit different cup and pot openings. Both brew the same way.

Will fine leaf escape through the weave?

Whole leaf and broken leaf are held well. Very fine dust tea can pass through, so it suits loose leaf blends best.

Can I use it for herbs and spices?

Yes, it works for dried herbs, flowers and spice blends as well as tea.

Does the brass affect the taste?

Rinse it before first use and it brews cleanly. Keeping it dry between uses is what preserves both the metal and the taste.

Country of Origin: India Sold by: The Vintage Hill Teas Fulfilled by: EarthBased