This no drip, glass tea pot with stainless strainer is safe, functional and beautiful on the table. I love to drink loose twig ******* tea. It has been hard and messy to manage when using smaller tea pods to contain the tea. I researched then purchased this glass teapot and couldn't be happier. I don't worry about chemicals from plastic or ceramic coatings leaching into my tea as it steeps. The votive candle keeps it nice and hot while I leisurely sip through my 3 morning cups. And as a nice plus the spout is totally dripless while the pot itself just looks nice on the counter. I couldn't be happier.