Can the infuser be removed from the pot?
1578038
Yes. It comes out easily.,it's very charming. We actually use it on our flat stove even though it doesn't say you can. It's very cheerful and people compliment it a lot. The color is very pretty and unique. It's not bulky and works great.
1436859
You could possible remove the handle. You would need a tool of some sort for sure and will take some muscle too but, I don't believe it would be impossible. I do like this pot. Have used it to cook chicken and my famous stew.
992148
Yes it can hold the lid without the infuser. It is sturdy as well. Love this tea pt and use it every day.
1954171
I don't think so but I can't be sure. I did not keep the this teapot and I also don't remember why. I found a fabulous tea pot at IKEA for $12.99 that has a metal infuser. It works great!
2070567
Yes, it is the same level of snug with or without the infuser. The infuser is secured to the middle of the lid.
907205
You can't remove it. You have to open the top all the way to fill. I use the decanter but using the faucet hose I think would be fine.
1243372
No, Guinevere, it doesn't and it doesn't have an removable infuser included either. This is a nuisance if you don't already have an infuser that fits. I do (happy accident.) You might want to use it for white, green and oolong teas and thinking of multiple infusions. But it is usually best to pull the leaves out while you drink your tea so you don't leave the happy realm of perfectly steeped tea into the dank dungeon of stewed tea. In short, you need a infuser. I love this tea pot for its blue color and its size, but it does drip. Karon
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It has a beautiful stainless steel infuser that is an open filter container that sits on the lip of the tea pot. The tea pot cover can fit right into the infuser. Since it just sits on the tea pot it can be lifted out to fill or wash. Bought it for my wife's birthday since she drinks tea daily. Only thing to watch is the spout can over flow through the spout if filled too much. With the large size this shouldn't be a problem. RJF
917463
Yes. Just make sure the amount of water you pour in will cover all of the loose leaf tea in the infuser.
1679974
I didn't measure my infuser, but I am pretty sure it is less than 4 inches wide. You'd have to use a smaller mug, or just set the infuser in your large mug. As long as the infuser isn't completely submerged, I think it will still strain out the tea. I have never tried it with a large mug, though.
585762
Yes you can! Do you see a tiny handle on top at the right side of the picture? This handle pulls down the infuser into the water, when the time is up just lift up the infuser using the handle and drink your tea. That's why it's so wonderful! I've never found a tea mug on-the-go so smart for tea lovers.
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The infuser is made of glass, and it is not a good infuser if you are a frequent tea drinker (too slow to infuse, doesn't allow water to circulate into leaves well, and is hard to clean). However, if you purchase an appropriately sized metal tea infuser (see my review for details), this pot will work wonderfully to brew all teas (it retains heat VERY well!)
1605948
You can remove the straw but the hole can not be closed. It's not a travel mug infuser.
1297372
The basket is removable from the mug, but is attached to a screw-in ring that seals and holds it in place. The basket is on the small side, and wouldn't allow a bulky tea to fully infuse. I don't know if you could replace it easily, because it is attached to the ring-unit that holds it in place and screws in to the top of the mug. I've had the mug for about nine months, and after my husband has used it for that time on a daily basis, it has started leaking. He really found it convenient until it started having problems.
583724
There are little openings in the bottom of the infuser which I think would allow loose tea to escape. I have only used tea bags.
1757074
Yes! you can put the lid on without the infuser too....enjoy the blooming tea...I love this pot
1278997
I think it is...top shelf...to tell the truth I don't use the infuser...I just use to make hot water at different temps to use with an over the cup infuser...I've had the kettle for months now and love it