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HIC Kitchen Snap Ball Tea Infuser, 18/8 Stainless Steel, For Loose Leaf Tea and Mulling Spices
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Material | Stainless Steel |
Color | Metallic |
Shape | Round |
Brand | HIC Kitchen |
Item Weight | 1.28 ounces |
Number of Items | 1 |
Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
About this item
- HIC's Mesh Snap Ball Tea Infuser steeps a fresh, more distinct and flavorful cup of loose leaf tea with the same ease and convenience of tea bags
- Made from 18/8 stainless steel; compact for easy storage; Measures 6-inches x 1. 5-Inches
- Spring-action handle makes filling and emptying easy; Reusable and more economical than using store-bought or disposable tea bags
- Squeeze handle to open, fill halfway with tea, place ball end into cup, pour in hot water, Steep 3-minutes or until desired strength is achieved
- Great for mulling spices, too; rinse clean or dishwasher safe
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Easy to use | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.8 | 4.9 |
Easy to clean | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.9 | 4.8 |
Giftable | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | — | 4.8 |
Sturdiness | 3.7 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.9 | — |
Value for money | — | 4.5 | 4.5 | — | 4.4 | 4.8 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Exptool Direct | Exptool Direct | mainsbbh | Good Assistant | Reinmoson Store |
size | 1 | 3 Pack | 2 Pack | Normal | — | Small |
material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
number of items | 1 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
shape | Round | Round | Round | Round | Round | Round |
dishwasher safe | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
weight | 0.08 pounds | 0.76 ounces | 0.18 pounds | 0.69 grams | — | — |
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From the manufacturer
Tea Infusers
From the classic stainless steel tea ball to silicone infusers, and even those with whimsical shapes, HIC's collection of tea infusers help you extract the most flavor from loose leaf teas.
Functional
Great for steeping all types of loose leaf tea, HICs tea infusers are designed to allow tea leaves to unfurl for maximum flavor extraction.
Fun
Adding a bit of whimsy to tea steeping with HIC's collection of tea infusers capture the spirit of the tea.
Formal
With HIC's classic tea infusers, fine tea is steeped to perfection.
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Product information
Material | Stainless Steel |
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Color | Metallic |
Shape | Round |
Brand | HIC Kitchen |
Item Weight | 1.28 ounces |
Number of Items | 1 |
Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
Product Dimensions | 6 x 1.75 x 2 inches |
Manufacturer | HIC Harold Import Co. |
ASIN | B000I1ZZ24 |
Domestic Shipping | Item can be shipped within U.S. |
International Shipping | This item can be shipped to select countries outside of the U.S. Learn More |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 2423C |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #118,068 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #3 in Long-Handled Tea Strainers #13,688 in Kitchen Utensils & Gadgets |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 6, 2006 |
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Hic's mesh snap ball tea infuser makes it quick and easy to steep a fresh, more distinct and flavorful cup of loose leaf tea with the same ease and convenience As using store-bought tea bags. Simply squeeze the spring-action handle to open the snap ball. Fill the ball halfway (about 2-teaspoons) with loose tea to allow the tea Leaves room to fully expand. Place the infuser, ball end down, into the cup and pour in hot water. Steep no less than 3 minutes to release the naturally occurring essential oils in tea and maximize the infusion With aroma and flavor. Once desired brew strength is achieved, remove the infuser from the cup and discard the used tea Leaves. Great for making mulled cider, too. Just fill the infuser with mulling spices instead of tea. Made from 18/8 stainless steel, his's mesh snap ball tea infuser is reusable and more economical than using store-bought or single-use disposable tea bags. Compact to store away easily. Easy to fill and empty. Just rinse clean or pop it in the dishwasher.
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Customers like the ease of cleaning, ease of use, and value of the tea infuser. For example, they mention it's dishwasher safe, simple, and easy to load. Some are happy with appearance. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, closure, size, and capacity.
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Customers like the ease of cleaning the tea infuser. They say it cleans easily, fast, and is dishwasher safe. They mention that it's easy to keep the dusting even, brush off any bits sticking out, and that the mesh is smaller, so less leaf dust escapes. They also say that the screen is good and keeps most of the tea particles in the tea ball.
"...It is fairly easy to clean. I just rinse it out in the sink every day between uses, and wash it in the dishwasher once a week...." Read more
"Easy to use and fast clean up!" Read more
"...Cleaning easy just spray with water in sink. Makes me think I'm being environmental because not using tea bags, just use loose tea." Read more
"...hibiscus flowers for my two cup mug, was easy to load up and easy to clean out. I'm here today to buy a second one to use at home." Read more
Customers find the tea infuser easy to use and clean. They say it's convenient for single-serve tea, and simple yet effective. The snap ball holder is easy to load and closes fully, resulting in no leaks. Additionally, customers say it looks nice and is self-explanatory. They also mention that it'll make a great cup of tea without getting out a tea kettle.
"Easy to use and fast clean up!" Read more
"...I like the fact that it opens by squeezing, not a screw cap. It is easy to use...." Read more
"...infuser holds enough hibiscus flowers for my two cup mug, was easy to load up and easy to clean out...." Read more
"...This tea ball is so easy to use; just scoop up some tea, let it snap shut, then remove any bits that are hanging out from the edges...." Read more
Customers like the value of the tea infuser. They mention that it's a good item for the price, and it'll save you money on bulk teas. Some say that the product is dishwasher safe and worth the wait.
"...and the amount of uses I have gotten out of this item make it worth every penny. I would suggest this to anyone looking for a good brew of tea." Read more
"Good seller." Read more
"...It was expanding and opening the steeper.Final review, very good product! Once I learned to use it, it is excellent...." Read more
"...I think it holds nice and tight so none leaks out that way. So, its a good price and works well, what more can I ask for? :)" Read more
Customers like the appearance of the tea infuser. They mention it looks nice, has a cute heart shape, and is easy to clean. Some appreciate the simple design and the classic style. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Otherwise a very nice infuser, looking forward to see how well it holds up over the long run." Read more
"This is a very nice device...." Read more
"...The screen is good and keeps most of the tea particles in the tea ball...." Read more
"...It comes out nice and shiny. It's a handy size for making 4-6 cups of tea at a time. Not perfect, but definitely serviceable." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the tea infuser. Some mention that it works a treat, the tea ball works fine, and the spring closure works with no issues. Others say that the metal hinges are not quite strong, one arrived bent up, missing a piece, and broken. The handle is very thin, and some short stringy bits leak out of the ball where the two halves meet.
"I ordered this to add to my baking utensils. It is a perfect little gadget for sprinkling cookies, or cakes with a little confectioner's sugar, or..." Read more
"...This little thing worked amazing. It has saved my drains, and successfully turned me into porridge." Read more
"...let it dry on your tea rest, it glues together and the metal hinges are not quite strong enough to break it free...." Read more
"...It works well, though, and the mesh is extra fine, which I appreciate. I haven't experienced problems with rusting (fingers crossed!)...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the closure of the tea infuser. Some mention that it closes firmly and the mesh holes are small enough so no leaves get out. They also like that it opens by squeezing, not a screw cap, and that it holds nice and tight. Others say that if you fill it too full, it won't close all the way and will leak leaves into your cup. Some customers also say that the infuse is difficult to open and keep open while putting in the tea.
"...some tea types get stuck around the perimeter, making it hard to close this all the way and get a proper seal...." Read more
"...Because this opens like a clam shell, this unit is easier to get the bag in and out. Buy it." Read more
"Flimsy, does not stay closed so tea pours out of the ball into your hot water." Read more
"...So I bought this tea steeper. I like the fact that it opens by squeezing, not a screw cap. It is easy to use...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the tea infuser. Some mention that it's the perfect size for the perfect cup of tea, and fits into their mugs. It's also easy to clean, and it'll fit in the silverware drawer or in a backpack. However, others say that it is a little smaller than they expected, and the two halves of the infusing don't fit snugly together when you close it.
"...this tea ball is the same issue with all tea balls on the market--they're so small and the tea leaves don't have room to expand...." Read more
"...With this one, the netting is small enough, it catches *most* of the leaves...." Read more
"...and one little locking device opposite the hinge which seems inadequate for a 3" ball...." Read more
"...It is tall enough that I can leave it in a 16oz Tervis cup to steep, and still grab the hook on the top when done...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the capacity of the tea infuser. Some mention that it holds the perfect amount of tea for one cup, while others say that it simply won't hold enough tea leaves for a full cup of good strong tea. Some say that the infuser doesn't holds coffee grounds at all, and that it only holds enough loose herb to make up to a couple cups of tea.
"...This filter, unlike the finum which is too small, is perfect for my largest tea kettle that makes the ice tea...." Read more
"...all tea balls on the market--they're so small and the tea leaves don't have room to expand...." Read more
"Nice product - the large size of this tea ball is perfect for larger tea like whole camomile buds and my custom chai blend thank includes chunks of..." Read more
"...Its big enough for a double size cup of tea but small for one cup also. The screen is good and keeps most of the tea particles in the tea ball...." Read more
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With this one, the netting is small enough, it catches *most* of the leaves. Rooibos is just super sneaky, so sometimes I wrap a paper towel around it before the plunge. I've had the first one I purchased for over a year and we always fought over who got this one and who would be the lucky one that didn't end up with embarrassing tea leaf in their teeth. I had to get another just to stop the kitchen battles!
THINGS TO BE CAREFUL WITH:
1) Make sure all the leaves are INSIDE the rim of the scoop before closing the scoop. If a bit is on the rim, it won't close all the way and the little tea leaf prisoners escape.
2) Don't ever dip the scoop in wet (like if you are going for round two!) It makes leaves stick to the outside and it hard to get off back in the bag. You *could* rinse it int he sink, but that would be wasting a very precious commodity!!
3) Don't be lazy like me and when you are done, rinse it out right away. If you let it dry on your tea rest, it glues together and the metal hinges are not quite strong enough to break it free. Just rinse it under hot water to loosen it up again then empty.
This little mesh ball is big enough to hold about a tablespoon of tea in each side (good luck loading up more than one side at a time!)
You can leave the tea submerged as long as you wish to steep it. I will note that sometimes you have to shake the ball a little bit to get the air bubbles to wet out and leg water get to the tea, but that's a function of physics, not really a function of the design of this product.
This item claims to be made of stainless steel. I can say that I have used this item 5 days a week for the past 18 months, washing it once a week, and have not yet seen any rust forming.
It is fairly easy to clean. I just rinse it out in the sink every day between uses, and wash it in the dishwasher once a week. I have found that this cleans better in the dishwasher if you can keep the infuser ball open during the cycle. I have found the best way to do this is to clamp the infuser down on a fork head, so that the ball is slightly open and facing down. This seems to get the water from the dishwasher in the infuser, and keeps it clean.
It is tall enough that I can leave it in a 16oz Tervis cup to steep, and still grab the hook on the top when done. I usually set the item so the rim of the infuser ball is on my cup, and let the water drain out. The only bad thing about a tea infuser is that you need a place to store it when it’s not in use. I suggest something small like a soy sauce dish, or use a disposable cup.
I would rank this a 5/5. The price point and the amount of uses I have gotten out of this item make it worth every penny. I would suggest this to anyone looking for a good brew of tea.
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Entretanto notavelmente não possui um bom projeto uma vez que é uma luta inserir o chá e fecha-lo.
Devido ao posicionamento horizontal para colocar o chá você não consegue deixar o chá dentro sem que fique nas bordas , oque impossibilita seu fechando.
Mas com paciência da para usar.
very easy to open for filling, complelely seals so you have very few if any floaties, plus it has a great steempump look, just to top it off!