Review on Double Tea Stainless Infuser Filter by Rubeen Black

Just wanted to address a few issues raised by negative reviews. First, do not insert the strainer into the cup. One guy complained about how hard it was to get out and how he burned himself. Just insert the strainer and let the weight of the water push it in a little harder. It's easy to remove if you're not a fan of "fill to the brim". Second, some people have complained about the lid. Simply leave the lid on while brewing, then use it to hold the strainer while you drink. The lid keeps the water hot during brewing, but when the lid is removed some of the heat escapes while you drink. Due to the double-wall construction, the boiling water stays hot for a while, but it's like the first sip of any other hot drink. You can also burn your tongue with a large-mouth ceramic mug. (The strainer fits perfectly into the lid and catches the tea that continues to drip from the leaves.) Third, only pour water up to the level of the leaves. This helps in two ways. The tea still needs to be brewed, but it doesn't require a large amount of water over the leaves. It also keeps the water from overflowing when you pull out the strainer (see "to the brim" comment above). I really like this loose teacup; The tea stays warm until I finish it, it feels warm (but not hot) and looks cool. Would recommend if you want a regular, daily "cup" of tea without commuting.