My second hasn't leaked again since the first time either, but I keep it on its side now.
I think GV does list the warranty (or lack thereof) on the product pages well enough. I know that a lot of folks ordered these knowing it was a new product. I would have still bought the 2 I did. They have amazing flavor IMO. If the first wouldn't have broken the solder joint on the bottom pin, it would likely still work. If the second didn't leak out like it did, I probably wouldn't even complained about these issues.
Lord Davon, I read earlier where you asked someone if the solder failed at the bottom pin it could be fixed I believe. What's your thoughts about soldering this? I don't want to completely destroy it if I can fix it. Any ideas?
Also, I think the leaking may be connected to the green straw somehow. I removed the bottom cap to clean my second one (the one that leaked), and the straw appeared to not be glued in or even tight as it stayed in the top when removed. The firs one the straw stayed in the bottom and I don't remember ever removing it. Just a thought.