Tea infuser
Quickly prepare and measure your tea with a 5 cm diameter design
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Tea Infuser
A tea infuser is the small accessory that lets you brew loose-leaf tea directly in your cup or teapot, no tea bag needed: the leaves open in the water, you remove the infuser, and your cup is ready. Browse our range of stainless steel infusers, tea balls, tongs and ceramic figurines from Japan: durable, easy to clean, and built to last for years.
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Our tea infusers: stainless steel, ball, clip, ceramic
Each style has its purpose, and each material its strengths. Here is how to choose the right one for the way you drink your tea.
Stainless steel tea infuser: the most versatile
The fine-mesh stainless steel tea infuser rests on your cup or mug and gives the leaves plenty of room to open: it is the model we recommend for green teas and oolongs, whose leaves need space to unfurl. The stainless steel filter, wider in design, turns any mug into an infusion mug, much like a small tea strainer. Both are dishwasher-safe, leave no residue and add no flavour: stainless steel is the most durable material for brewing loose-leaf tea.
Tea ball and tea clip: the classics
The stainless steel tea ball closes around a measured amount of tea and hooks over the rim of your cup by its small chain. The tea clip works in the same way, with a spring-loaded handle that opens with one hand: handy for a quick measure on a busy morning. Both metal formats suit black teas and finely cut leaves; for larger whole-leaf teas, opt for a wider model.
Japanese ceramic infusers: the infusion that makes you smile
Designed by Eigenart, the Maiko infuser, the Little Geisha infuser and the Little Animal infuser are hand-painted ceramic floater models: the figurine floats while the basket steeps below. A beautiful object to place on the table, a ritual that brings a smile, and a gift idea that never misses.
How to choose a tea infuser?
For a cup or for a teapot?
For a cup or mug, a stainless steel basket that rests on the rim, a ball, or a clip infuser will do the job perfectly. For a teapot without a built-in filter, choose the widest stainless steel filter available, or a model that reaches all the way to the bottom. When travelling, a model with a lid that doubles as a drip tray is the most practical option. You can also browse our teapots with built-in filters and our mugs and thermos flasks with infuser.
Matched to the tea you love
Green, white, and oolong teas with large leaves open up best in a wide basket, where their aromas can fully unfurl. Black teas, rooibos, and finely cut herbal infusions work well with a ball or clip infuser. For yerba mate or very fine herbal blends, you'll need a fine mesh, otherwise small particles will find their way into the cup.
Infuser, filter, or empty tea bag?
A stainless steel, ceramic, or silicone infuser can be washed and reused indefinitely. The paper tea filter and the empty tea bag are disposable: handy when you're on the go or for gifting a pre-measured blend. For everyday use at home, a reusable model remains the simplest and most cost-effective choice. To compare all formats, including paper filters, read our guide to tea filters.
How to Use and Care for a Tea Infuser
Getting the measure right
Use one teaspoon of tea, around two grams, for a 250 ml cup, and never fill the infuser all the way to the top: the leaves swell and need room to release their aroma. Pour water at the right temperature for your chosen tea, steep for the time indicated on the packaging, then remove the infuser. Most loose-leaf teas can be steeped a second or even a third time.
Cleaning and care
Cleaning is simple: empty the leaves into your compost, rinse with hot water and leave to air dry. For stainless steel, a run through the dishwasher or a soak in hot water with a little baking soda will lift any tannin stains. For ceramic, a gentle hand wash is all you need. A well-cared-for infuser stays flavour-neutral and will last for years.
Frequently asked questions about tea infusers
What is the difference between a tea infuser and a tea filter?
A tea infuser is reusable, made from stainless steel, ceramic, or silicone: you fill it with loose-leaf tea, steep it, then rinse it clean. A tea filter more commonly refers to a disposable paper filter, or the built-in filter of a teapot. Both serve the same purpose: keeping the leaves out of your cup.
Which infuser works best for large loose-leaf teas?
A wide stainless steel basket, or a full-cup stainless steel filter: green tea, white tea, and Oolong leaves expand considerably as they steep and release less flavour when crowded into a small ball infuser.
Does a stainless steel infuser affect the taste of the tea?
No, stainless steel is completely neutral. If any off-flavour appears, it is tannin left over from previous infusions: a quick wash with hot water and bicarbonate of soda will take care of it.
Can a tea infuser go in the dishwasher?
Yes, for stainless steel infusers. For painted ceramic infusers, we recommend hand washing to keep the decoration looking its best.
How do I gift a tea infuser?
Japanese ceramic infusers make a lovely pairing with a loose-leaf tea in a gift box: browse our ideas among our tea gift sets and tea accessories.
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