Organic Merchant’s Stainless Steel Tea Basket Infuser has a fine mesh filter that makes it perfect for steeping loose leaf teas. It will keep even fine leaves and herbs out of your tea for a beautiful and clear brew. This tea infuser comes with a lid. The lid is for two reasons, it provides a handy place to put your infuser once you’ve finished steeping tea and it also allows the medicinal oils of the herbs to remain in the brew instead of evaporating with the steam. Made from stainless steel, Organic Merchant tea infuser is dishwasher safe and won’t tarnish. Simply scoop in the desired amount of tea, place it in a mug, cup or teapot, pour in hot water and cover with the lid.