Bodum Assam Set Tea Press, Borosilicate Glass, 1.0 L with 2 Glasses Review (2026)

Who this set fits

This set is built for two people who want to start brewing loose leaf tea together without piecing together a press and matching cups separately, whether that is a couple, roommates, or a small office desk shared by two colleagues. At 1.0 liter, about 34 ounces, the press holds enough for both included 0.35 liter glasses with some left over for a second round, making it more generous than Bodum's smaller 17-Ounce Assam on its own. Anyone buying a first French press style tea setup as a gift will also find the bundled glasses convenient, since there is nothing extra to source before using it. It is a weaker fit for someone who already owns cups and only wants the press itself, since the glasses add cost without adding value in that case.

Design and how the press works

The press body is borosilicate glass, chosen for its heat resistance and clarity, with a stainless steel infuser and a silicone plunger that locks loose tea leaves into the bottom of the filter once pressed. Brewing works the same way as Bodum's other Assam presses, adding loose leaves or tea bags directly to the carafe with hot water, letting the tea steep, then pushing the plunger down to separate the leaves from the liquid for pouring. The two included glasses share the same 0.35 liter, about 12 ounce, capacity and are sized to match the press visually, giving the whole set a coordinated look on a table or tray rather than mixing the press with unrelated cups.

Living with it day to day

Both the press and the glasses are described as dishwasher safe, and the glass teapot is also listed as microwave safe, which is convenient for reheating a partial pot, though the metal plunger and lid should be removed first the way other Bodum presses recommend. Because the glasses are thin to match the press's aesthetic, they call for the same careful handling as any lightweight glassware, avoiding sudden temperature swings and knocks against a hard sink or counter edge. Using the silicone plunger to lock leaves at the bottom rather than lifting out a basket keeps cleanup relatively simple, though rinsing the press soon after pouring helps prevent tea staining building up on the glass over repeated use.

Trade-offs and how it compares

Against the smaller 17-Ounce Assam press, this set roughly doubles the tea capacity and adds two matching glasses, which suits sharing a pot rather than brewing solo, at a higher price than the smaller press sold on its own. Against the Teabloom Stay-Hot Glass French Press, which uses double wall insulation to keep tea hot for longer, this Bodum set relies on single wall glass that cools faster but keeps the classic clear glass look and lower price of Bodum's standard Assam line. Buyers who already own cups and only need brewing capacity may prefer the plain 34oz Assam press without the bundled glasses to save on cost.

Verdict and who should pick something else

Choose this Assam Set if you want a complete, ready to use loose leaf tea setup for two people in one purchase, with matching glasses included rather than sourced separately. It suits couples, shared desks, or anyone giving a first tea press as a gift. Skip it if you already own cups you like, since buying the press alone costs less than this bundled set. Those who want tea to stay hot for a longer stretch without a cozy should also weigh the Teabloom Stay-Hot press, and anyone who only drinks tea solo may be better served by the smaller 17-Ounce Assam press instead of this larger two person set.

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