What is the function of the magnetic ball?

The magnetic ball lets you release the infuser basket into the hot water when you are ready to start steeping. Rotate the ball 180° to release the basket. The gold side indicates when the basket has been released. To return the basket to the top, invert the cup.

How does the infuser basket work?

The infuser basket holds loose-leaf tea at the top of the cup until you release it to begin steeping. Keeps tea separate from the hot water until you are ready. Drops into the cup when you rotate the magnetic ball 180°. When you want to return the basket to the top, just invert the cup.

Is the lid truly leakproof?

The lid is designed to be leakproof and includes a sipping spout that snaps closed. That design makes the cup well suited for tea on the go and for fitting into most car and treadmill cup holders.

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Williams Sonoma Travel Tea Infusing Cup, 18-oz

$79.95

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Frequently Asked Questions

The magnetic ball lets you release the infuser basket into the hot water when you are ready to start steeping.
- Rotate the ball 180° to release the basket.
- The gold side indicates when the basket has been released.
To return the basket to the top, invert the cup.
The infuser basket holds loose-leaf tea at the top of the cup until you release it to begin steeping.
- Keeps tea separate from the hot water until you are ready.
- Drops into the cup when you rotate the magnetic ball 180°.
When you want to return the basket to the top, just invert the cup.
The lid is designed to be leakproof and includes a sipping spout that snaps closed.
That design makes the cup well suited for tea on the go and for fitting into most car and treadmill cup holders.