Teapots
A teapot for successive infusions should pour quickly and evenly, leave room for the leaves, and match the number of participants. A small capacity makes concentration easier to control over several steeps. Porcelain retains little aroma and suits comparison across many teas. Unglazed clay can alter heat behavior and gradually absorb an aromatic trace, so it is often used for a related group of teas, though this is not a universal measure of quality. Consider lid fit, handle comfort, pouring speed, filter design, and the balance of the filled pot. Warm the vessel gradually and avoid sudden temperature changes. After tea, rinse it with clean water and dry it fully with the lid open. Avoid detergents on porous unglazed clay.
A teapot for successive infusions should pour quickly and evenly, leave room for the leaves, and match the number of participants. A small capacity makes concentration easier to control over several steeps. Porcelain retains little aroma and suits comparison across many teas. Unglazed clay can alter heat behavior and gradually absorb an aromatic trace, so it is often used for a related group of teas, though this is not a universal measure of quality.
Consider lid fit, handle comfort, pouring speed, filter design, and the balance of the filled pot. Warm the vessel gradually and avoid sudden temperature changes. After tea, rinse it with clean water and dry it fully with the lid open. Avoid detergents on porous unglazed clay.