As the saying goes, a good horse deserves a good saddle. To enjoy good tea, one needs a good tea set to complement it, so as to bring out the best in each other. Drinking tea is not just about savoring the taste of the tea itself, but also about understanding the charm of the tea. A good tea set can not only add a sense of ritual, but also enable the person making the tea to brew the desired tea liquor. The choice of tea set directly affects the taste of the tea liquor. Those who understand tea should also know how to select tea sets. For tea lovers who are new to the tea circle, the wide variety of tea sets on the market can be overwhelming. Here, please keep this tea set selection guide.
Here are some key points for purchasing tea sets: water boiling utensils, tea brewing utensils, tea tasting utensils, tea dividing utensils, tea trays and small accessories. 1. Water boiling utensils: Electric kettles are convenient, capable of automatic water filling, boiling and keeping warm. Iron kettles contain iron ions when boiling water, presenting a simple and elegant style. However, they are cumbersome to operate and expensive. If you prioritize convenience, you can choose an electric kettle. If you pursue charm, you can choose an iron kettle. 2. Tea brewing utensils: A gaiwan is suitable for most types of tea and easy for tea infusion. It is the first choice for tea lovers. A teapot can highlight the color, aroma and taste of the tea and is suitable for oolong tea, etc. A glass cup is convenient for observing the color of the tea liquor and is suitable for green tea. 3. Tea tasting utensils: Tea cups come in different sizes. Small cups are for tasting tea, while large cups can be used for brewing or drinking tea. Tea bowls are mostly made of pottery and are more comfortable with lids. A tea saucer has no handle. Pay attention to the grip when choosing to ensure a smoother taste. 4. Tea dividing utensils: A fair cup can evenly distribute the tea liquor, cool it down and make the taste consistent. Most of them are made of pottery. A glass fair cup is convenient for observing the color of the tea liquor. 5. Tea trays/tea brewing tables: A dry brewing table has a dry surface and takes up less space. A wet brewing table can be used to clean tea sets and pour out waste tea water. The materials include bamboo, wood, stone, etc., each with its own characteristics. 6. Other accessories: Tea tongs can be used to pick up cups to prevent burns, a kettle stand can support the kettle, and a tea spoon can be used to pick up tea in an elegant way. These small accessories are not essential. Tea lovers can choose according to their own needs.
