Our owner has been using this style tea steeper for 20 years- it is made in Germany and fits in a pot or mug. It comes with a lid that can be used as a drip catcher. It is dishwasher safe and easy to maintain. Buy a separate one for pure teas, blends, and mint teas to keep the flavors pure. The fine filter screen even works on fine teas such as rooibos. All teas and herbal infusions taste best when the leaves and botanicals have room to hydrate and unfurl. We love this tea infuser!