Norpro, Silver Stainless Steel Tea Bag Squeezer

I've had my eye on these for a while now and have refrained from getting them because they seemed a little like a luxury. But, I make tea everyday, and anything which improves and/or streamlines that process is a win-win for me. I have wonderful silicone mug covers which I've been using to squeeze out my tea bags, but since they also have an acrylic knob in the middle for lifting, I've always been in fear that squeezing the silicone right there at the knob will someday break it. Plus, I squeeze most of my teabags right in the kitchen where it's most convenient, but sometimes I just want to bring the tea out to where I'm sitting, and be able to deal with the teabag right there, instead of having to worry about getting up again right away to deal with and get the tea in the kitchen. Some teas are better with a quick brew --which can be a hassle, so having the tea right next to me, where I can take the teabag out on time is best with these teabag squeezers, instead of any other method. Now, I can enjoy my peppermint tea, for example, without worrying that I've left it steeping for too long, which makes it taste more "green," instead of minty. I have a bunch of small (2" diameter) porcelain dipping dishes which work wonderfully as the teabag rests, so that's important too, to have the teabag rests when you need them. Anyway, I've tried every which way of squeezing the tea bags, and these tongs are the best. Durable, nothing could break or wear out, your fingers never have to touch the hot tea, you don't have to drink the tea down a bit to make room at the top of the mug to squeeze the teabag with a spoon. All of this is the reason why these tongs are a necessity and not a luxury. They will, of course work to squeeze lemon wedges, too, which is ever so perfect for tea lovers and people who love a splash of lemon in water and/or sparkling mineral water. Plus, I'm going to use them for toaster tongs! I only have one right now but will be watching the price to hopefully get to having around four in total. I highly recommend these lovely workhorses!!!

I guess I didn't check the size on this. I looked at so many and must have missed it. I just thought, tea bag tongs, they're tiny. These are not. I'm in no way dissatisfied about that. It was just a surprise. Very sturdy, far from dainty (as I had expected them to be). At least this means they will come in handy for more than I had intended. Which was just fishing stringless tea bags out on the rare occasions that I make tea that way.

Very nice and works well

My only little tiny minor complaint is, because it's flat on both sides, it tends to hold onto the tea bag, and when I pull it free the bags spins around and I have to capture it again to squeeze more. Whiney whiney! It works very well. Good price.

I really enjoy this tea bag tong! The design is adorable. It’s super easy to use and clean, given its stainless steel design! My morning tea tastes so much better after purchasing this well priced, adorable gadget! I plan to order more!

It's a simple gadget for a simple task, but I love this thing! The size is good to hold in your hand and not get your hands dripped on. The two ends that hold the teabag come together pancake-style instead of hinge-style, so the bag is squeezed evenly and thoroughly. It is sturdy and actually I think it looks elegant. If this is what you're looking for, then this is the one to get!

How did I not know about this little gadget? I used to squeeze my tea bags with tongs or with my fingers, but neither worked out. I especially didn't like burning my fingers. But this little squeezer is perfect for my needs. It's just the right size to squeeze all the flavor out of the tea bag without tearing it or burning my fingers. It's a keeper.

This is well made and can handle a hard squeeze without bending out of shape. You can only fit about 2 tea bags in between the squeezer so if you have made a big batch of tea it can take several times to get through all of them.