Choosing a Tea Infuser

Selecting a tea infuser seems like a simple task, but it can actually be a bit complicated. Some tea masters believe that tea infusers inhibit the release of flavors and prefer to brew tea using only the leaves. They then use a tea strainer to remove the leaves before consuming. This can largely be avoided by selecting tea infusers that are large enough to allow tea leaves to expand and deliver flavor.

Having a high quality tea infuser can still provide the same level of flavor without the need for a strainer. Tea infusers come in several different varieties, but whichever one you choose, make sure it is large enough to allow the leaves to expand fully.