Why You'll Love It

Fine-mesh filters for a perfectly clear brew.

Unique designs that elevate your daily ritual.

Ergonomic infusers built for clean, quick use.

Food-grade gold plating for long-lasting style.

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Not at all. The PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) gold coating is molecularly bonded to the 304 stainless steel. It is incredibly durable, highly resistant to heat, and completely food-safe, meaning it won’t flake, peel, or leach into your premium teas even with daily steeping.

The etching is on the outer solid frame, while the fine mesh handles the actual filtration. Cleaning is incredibly straightforward—just empty the used leaves, flip it open, and rinse it under warm running water. For fine tea dust that might get caught in the mesh over time, a quick swipe with a soft sponge or dish brush does the trick.

The fine mesh is optimized for whole-leaf teas, herbal blends, and traditional loose leaves. While it keeps the vast majority of tea leaves out of your brew, extremely powdery or fine-cut teas (like dusty Rooibos or highly pulverized CTC blends) might leave a small amount of finesediment at the bottom of your cup.

Yes, the attached chain is designed with ample length to comfortably hook over the rim of standard teacups, deep mugs, and small teapots. It features a secure hook at the end to prevent the entire ball from slipping down into your hot water.