Bodums classic assam tea press utilizes the same brewing system as the french press to allow for full control of the tea steeping process the silicone plunger locks tea leaves into the bottom of the filter once brewing is complete cutting off access of water to the tea leaves allows tea to be recycled for multiple uses capacity 05 l 17 oz tea press stainless steel infuser made from heat resistant borosilicate glass silicone rim secures the filter in the teapot for precision pouring ide