Aladdin Tea Infuser Mug

by Aladdin

• 12-ounce on-the-go tea infuser in chai green lets you brew and enjoy hot beverages on the go
• Works with loose tea, tea bags and coarse ground coffee
• Microwaveable--no tea kettle required
• Convenient snap-shut lid, fits in standard car cup holder
• Made of BPA-free plastic; dishwasher safe

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4 x 3.5 x 7.5 inches ; 13.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001Q3L9P0
• Item model number: 10-00753-002
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (214 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,075 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #40 in Kitchen & Dining > Storage & Organization > Commuter Mugs & Tumblers

Product Description

Color: Chai

Aladdin has been creating lifestyle products for people just like you since 1908. From the character lunch boxes you remember as a kid to the sleek mug you use to tote your morning coffee, we’re committed to creating unique food and beverage solutions that fit your lifestyle. Products that are sustainable, stylish, and above all, functional. Products to love. Tea time is me time. Don't think you have time for tea? Well now you do. Just infuse and enjoy with this classy all-in-one solution. Add loose tea to the basket, fill your infuser with hot water, lower the basket, steep to your preferred shade and then lift the basket. It's like a trip to the spa. Only not as expensive. And you don't need an appointment.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

100 of 100 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars For Tea On the Go or at Home This is the Mug! October 26, 2011

By Trist

Color Name:Chai|Amazon Verified Purchase

Length: 6:04 Mins

Firstly, at 12 ounces you will definitely get your tea thirst satisfied. But the #1 reason I think this is the the mug to buy is it was pretty much the only one I saw on Amazon that was microwavable. So everything can be done in one cup. No transferring of water required. It's double walled so even at the boiling point you can hold the cup. The outside will be warm but not hot.
The brewing basket will drop into the water via the lever on the side of the cup lid. Once steeping is done just raise the basket by reversing the lever so as not to over steep. The basket construction is made of very fine steel mesh and plastic. The mesh should hold in nearly all types of loose tea. I used a very fine tea and there were only trace amounts that got through. So small they were drinkable bits.
The basket will hold a good 2-3 spoonfuls of tea so you should be able to get your preferred amount in.

This mug does keep the water hot. I actually had to remove the lid in order for it to cool enough for me to drink. Even then I had to wait about 11 or so min for it to no longer be too hot for me. This is great if you don't plan to savor your tea right after steeping, but a draw back if you want it right now, especially if you're on the go and can't practically remove the lid to speed up cooling. Another plus or minus depending on your POV is the cover for the drink spout (the part you drink from) It's VERY tight! I had to pry it open the first time I opened it. After that I figured how to get my fingers up under the cover's rim and pull it up without breaking my nails. So on the one had, it's definite assurance of no spills, but an inconvenience for trying to get this open, especially trying one-handed, not sure that can even be done. And I definitely wouldn't suggest trying while driving!...

Other than that, this mug is fabulous, and I'm thinking about getting one in blue, I bought the green one, just so I have a spare without having to clean this one after every single use, since I drink tea several times a day.

So while $20 for a mug is a lot....I think it's worth it! Read more ›

28 of 30 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent mug for loose tea May 9, 2009

By S. SCHULTZ

I have had this mug now for about 1 month and I use it every day about 5 times each day. It has never broke, got stuck or anything. It infuses the tea perfectly and then when it's done, I just pop the infuser back into the lid. The tea stays warm for about 1 1/2 hours or so. It is great for the car, park or walking to the bus stop. It's easy to clean as well. I highly recommend it.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars This Travel Mug Is Fabulous! September 10, 2009

By Tea Lover

I received this travel mug as a birthday gift from a fellow co-worker & tea enthusiast. It is wonderful! I especially like the built-in infuser. The fact that it is insulated and keeps the tea hot or cold for a long time is such a convenience. It is well made and very solid; not thin or cheasy feeling at all. And, it is dishwater safe or easy hand clean. So far i've used it with loose and bag tea and it worked just fine. Because the infuser can be raised or lowered, as needed, I can brew several servings with one bag or measure of loose tea. Aladdin has been around a long time and know their stuff when it comes to insulated beverage mugs. Anyone who loves tea and would like to be able to "take it with you" either hot or cold should seriously consider this one!

19 of 23 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Love this tea mug!! May 7, 2009

By M. Kipe

I happened across this tea mug while shopping several weeks back! I debated whether it was worth the cost and if it was a gadget I'd soon get tired of. To my pleasant surprise, it works wonderfully for me. As loose tea expands so much when brewed, I don't fill the basket super full. (By the way, I also discovered Dilmah loose tea here on Amazon. Wow, what a tea!!) In fact, it seems like I don't need to use as much tea with this mug as with others. What I like the most is that I can brew my tea as weak or strong as I feel like at that moment. When the basket is down, I swirl the water around the tea until it is strong enough. Then the other super thing is that I can lift the basket out of the tea and hide it in the lid until I am done drinking. I have had no problems whatsoever with it leaking or not being able to put the basket up into the lid. I use mine a couple of times a day. I am thinking of getting another one. One more thing! The mug has a separate inner liner that is BPA free and there is no odor retention or anything.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous February 8, 2011

By kdh

Color Name:Chai|Amazon Verified Purchase

I have 2 Aladdin tea infuser mugs and love them. They are perfect for looseleaf tea on the go. I have purchased 6 others as gifts!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Design November 16, 2009

By Jonathan Gaskell

Color Name:Chai

I've always been hesitant to purchase a portable tea infusing mug because there's rarely a good way to prevent over-steeping. Sure, you could empty the infuser, but that's a potentially messy process and it is not really easy to do when you're on the go. That's what makes this thing amazing - the infuser lifts out of the water, but stays contained in the mug.

I've only had it a few days, so it remains to be seen how it holds up to regular use, but overall I'm very pleased.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Great idea, flawed execution September 26, 2012

By Kara

Color Name:Chai|Amazon Verified Purchase

I saw this mug and just knew I had to have it. It's so clever. You insert your tea (loose-leaf or in bags) into the basket, load the mug with hot water, and release the bag into the tea. It's beautifully designed, and I constantly get compliments on the mug. I also love how well-insulated the mug is. It is warm but not hot to the touch with scalding hot water in it. Perfect.

Here are the design issues:
- When the lid is closed, it's very, very difficult to open. I can't do it myself and have to have a coworker do it when I accidentally close it. I usually just keep it open. (At least you know that it absolutely won't spill.)
- Occasionally, the infuser part gets stuck and won't come down. After a bit of messing around with it, it releases.
- The lip of the mug is such that you end up putting your whole mouth on it when you sip. For lipstick wearers, this will lead to stains.

I've been using the mug for months and have not had the infuser piece break as other reviewers mentioned (despite it feeling flimsy), but if it happens, I'll update this review.