A: Thank you for your question! The ASSAM Tea Press is crafted from heat-resistant borosilicate glass, making it safe to use on most countertops and tabletops, even though it does not come with a wrapped bowl. While a trivet can be a stylish addition to its presentation, it typically isn’t necessary unless you’re placing it on a particularly delicate or heat-sensitive surface. Hope this helps!

A: Thank you for your question! The ASSAM Tea Press is ideal for brewing loose leaf teas and herbal infusions - no tea bags required! If you're steeping cinnamon sticks, ensure they are cut to a size that fits comfortably inside the filter. Hope this helps!

A: We don't recommend using the ASSAM Tea Press for brewing coffee. The press is designed specifically for tea and herbal infusions, and its filter may not handle coffee grounds effectively, potentially leading to excessive sediment. For brewing coffee, we suggest using one of our Bodum French presses. While Bodum French presses are also suitable for tea, they lack the ASSAM's unique features for stopping the steeping process and preserving tea leaves.

A: Yes! The filter can be lifted out of the tea press making it easy to clean the press and the teapot.

A: Do not place the tea maker on a hot stove or open fire. The pot cannot be used on an induction stovetop and should not be placed on a heated cooktop of any sort.