The cup body is crafted from coarse pottery, offering a substantial, weighty feel; the handle features a solid wood grip that effectively insulates against heat, ensuring a comfortable, secure hold without burning your hand. A built-in ceramic strainer separates the tea leaves from the liquid, allowing you to easily control the brew's strength; the all-in-one design handles both steeping and straining, preventing bitterness caused by over-steeping—making it ideal for daily office use with herbal, black, or green teas. It comes with an embossed lid that keeps dust out and retains heat, slowing the cooling process; the lid can also serve as a coaster for the strainer.