Can the mug be used without the infuser?

Yes. Lifting out the basket leaves a regular mug that works for coffee, cocoa or bagged tea.

Does fine tea like rooibos slip through the infuser?

Very fine leaves can pass through larger holes. A fine mesh basket keeps small particles out of the cup.

Gift idea

Tea infuser mug

Ideal for the casual tea drinker, this set allows for convenient steeping of loose leaf tea directly in their favorite mug.

A ceramic tea infuser mug set lets someone steep loose leaf tea right in the cup they drink from. It suits casual tea drinkers, busy coworkers and anyone curious about loose leaf, since it skips the teapot and keeps cleanup quick.

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Why tea infuser mug make a good gift

Makes loose leaf tea as easy as a tea bag, with no extra pots or strainers.
A useful everyday item that gets used at home or on an office desk.
Pairs well with a small tin or sampler of loose leaf teas to round out the gift.

What to look for

Check the mug capacity so it holds a full cup without overflowing around the basket.
Look for a fine mesh or small-hole infuser so loose leaves stay out of the tea.
Confirm the lid, mug and infuser can all go in the dishwasher for easy cleaning.

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Questions people ask

Can the mug be used without the infuser?: Yes. Lifting out the basket leaves a regular mug that works for coffee, cocoa or bagged tea.
Does fine tea like rooibos slip through the infuser?: Very fine leaves can pass through larger holes. A fine mesh basket keeps small particles out of the cup.

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