This Columbia French Press style coffee maker is from Bodum. It can double as an insulated thermos, keeping drinks warm for up to two hours, making it ideal for use at home or the office. It can also be used with whole tea leaves. The coffee maker is made from stainless steel and polished to a mirror finish. It has a large comfortable handle. The coffee maker holds up to 12 cups or 1.5l. and is easy to use - just add fresh coarse ground coffee, fill with water, stir, place the lid on and wait for around 4 minutes. Press and pour your brewed coffee. It is dishwasher safe.