Choosing the right tea filter
Tea lovers know this: each container requires its own infuser! This choice depends on thecup sizeused, but also of thetype of teabecause some leaves need plenty of room to unfurl and release their full flavor. For example, if you prepare your drink in atea-pot, it's better to opt for alarge metal or cotton tea filterwhich can hold more plants. Conversely, if you onlya small cup, Amug infuser, paper filter or tea ballmay be perfectly sufficient. As for the leaves, those ofcertain quality black or green teasdemandlarge accessories, while the mixtures forherbal teas, whose particles are often finer, requirevery small mesh.
THEfilter materialThis must also be considered, as it directly impacts its durability, ease of maintenance, and even the taste of the beverage. Models instainless steelThey are very easy to clean and are very popular because of theirsolidityand because they do not alter the final flavors of the tea. It is regularly advised tofavor a small networkto prevent tea leaves or dust from settling at the bottom of the container.
Moreecological, THEcotton or fabric filtersoffer a good alternative, allowing plants to take up all the space they need. On the other hand, theindividual paper modelsalso represent an excellent solution forprepare doses to take with youat the office or while travelling, for example.
Different types of tea filters at Betjeman & Barton
To suit all your tasting needs, Betjeman & Barton has selected several sizes of tea filters, which correspond sometimes to mugs, sometimes to teapots, sometimes to small cups.
Our catalogue notably offers acotton filterAvailable in small, medium and large sizes. Reusable many times and hand washable with clean water, it allows the leaves to develop over a large area.
For individual cups, we chose different designs, such as themetal filter for iced teaSpecially designed for tall mugs, this accessory combines elegance and durability with its fine mesh and sturdy construction. For hot drinks, discover...the sieve infuser, featuring very fine metal mesh and a pretty decoration around its edge. Finally, we also have aReusable cup filterAlso made of metal and dishwasher safe. A nice bonus: its lid doubles as a drainer after brewing.
If you'd like to take your favorite tea with you everywhere, feel free to try it.individual paper bags and filtersSimply slip in the appropriate amount of tea for one cup and close it using a clip or simply by folding it over itself.
