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- Thu Dec 24, 2020 4:06 pm
- Forum: Japan
- Topic: Using Tokoname shudei for both Japanese green and Taiwanese oolong
- Replies: 8
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Using Tokoname shudei for both Japanese green and Taiwanese oolong
I know that brewing extremely different teas like Japanese green and Japanese hojicha in the same unglazed teapot is a bad idea, but would it be "OK" to use the same unglazed teapot for both Japanese green and (unroasted) Taiwanese oolong? I really like my tokoname shudei teapot for the functionalit...
- Tue Dec 22, 2020 9:31 pm
- Forum: Announcements & Guides
- Topic: Introduce Yourself
- Replies: 1513
- Views: 997800
Re: Introduce Yourself
How long have you been drinking tea? 3 years What kind of tea do you drink? taiwanese oolong, japanese green How do you prepare your tea? clay teapot or porcelain gaiwan What tea knowledge are you interested in exploring right now? teapots What factors lead you to delve into the world of tea, and wh...
- Tue Dec 22, 2020 9:21 pm
- Forum: China & Taiwan
- Topic: What are some indicators of a good teapot?
- Replies: 20
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What are some indicators of a good teapot?
What are some general indicators of a "good" teapot? For example, do any of these count? Lid fits body perfectly - at least a sign of good craftsmanship How fast the teapot dries after water touches it - shows how porous the clay is. How fast it pours - Is a faster or slower pour better? Putting you...