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The Melody of Tea: Exploring the True Essence of Life Through Tea
Tea is not merely a beverage, but also a way of life and a sanctuary for the soul. When we lift a cup of fragrant tea to our lips and savor it gently, we are not only tasting the flavor of the tea, but also feeling the warmth of life and understanding the wisdom of existence. Drinking tea is an appreciation of its beauty and an artistic expression of life. It is a medium of etiquette that elevates life through tea and a lifestyle that cultivates the self through tea. To each person, tea holds different meanings. From the daily necessities of firewood, rice, oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, and tea, representing the ordinary and practical aspects of life, to the poetic symbols of music, chess, calligraphy, painting, poetry, wine, and tea, there is a depth of meaning. In times of thirst and heat, tea is a timely balm, refreshing body and soul. And when we slow down, taking time to enjoy tea in a leisurely manner, feeling the tranquility around us, that is the essence of life. It's important to know that the life you yearn for can be found in tea. A simple life is made pure by… -
How to Season a Purple Clay Teapot? Awaken the Aroma and Begin Your Tea-Tasting Journey
The purple clay teapot, with its unique clay material, exquisite craftsmanship, and rich cultural heritage, is a cherished piece of tea ware among tea enthusiasts. However, before using a newly purchased purple clay teapot, it needs to go through an essential step—seasoning. Seasoning not only removes the earthy taste and impurities from the teapot but also awakens its tea-absorbing properties, allowing it to better absorb the aroma of the tea leaves and enhance the flavor of the tea. The Importance of Seasoning a Purple Clay Teapot Seasoning a purple clay teapot is more than just a simple preparation step before use; it is a cultural tradition and a sign of respect for the art of tea. Through seasoning, impurities and residual heat can be removed from the pot, making its pore structure more uniform, which helps improve the aroma and taste when brewing tea. Additionally, seasoning is a way of "awakening" the teapot, preparing it for future use. Methods of Seasoning a Purple Clay Teapot There are various methods for seasoning a purple clay teapot, but they all share a common principle: gently awakening the pot's essence. Here are some common seasoning methods: 1. Water Rinse – Rinse the newly… -
What are the differences between wood-fired purple clay, reduction firing, and ash covering?
Some people find wood-fired purple clay teapots stunning, while others think they lose the original beauty of purple clay. Ultimately, the choice is left to individual tea enthusiasts. In addition to wood-fired pieces, there are also reduction-fired and ash-covered purple clay teapots. Today, we will cover all three techniques in one go. Wood-Fired Purple Clay The wood-firing (naked firing) process gradually increases temperature. On the first day of firing, a low-temperature smoking process begins, allowing the carbon released from the wood to fill the pores of the clay. Once the surface of the clay turns black due to the carbon, the temperature can be further increased. This process takes approximately 30 hours. The characteristic of wood-firing is that ashes and flames directly enter the kiln. Unlike conventional glazes, the falling ashes naturally adhere to the surface of the piece and, when fired at high temperatures, form a lustrous, rich, and layered natural ash glaze; Molten or unmelted wood ash creates smooth or rough textures on the surface, along with various color changes, leaving traces of where the fire once resided. The result is natural and unadorned, unpredictable and non-repeatable. The color and texture of a wood-fired purple clay teapot depend…- 8
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How to distinguish the quality when buying raw Pu’er tea?
Experiencing Pu'er tea requires calmness and a gradual process, involving many sensory perceptions to appreciate the evolving flavors. How can one appreciate Pu'er tea, particularly raw Pu'er? Here’s how to discern the quality of raw Pu'er tea when purchasing: Selecting Raw Pu'er Tea Look at the tea: shape, processing, color. Feel the tea: compactness, check inside and outside. Scent: dry tea, tea infusion. Observe the infusion: color, clarity, turbidity. Taste: fullness and smoothness, aftertaste and salivation. Looking at the Tea Shape: High-quality raw Pu'er tea has complete and uniform strands, with moderate buds, typically picked as one bud with two to three leaves. The leaves should be clean without impurities, yellow leaves, or too many stalks. Mature production process: The shape of the cake is uniformly balanced, neatly compacted with consistent thickness and edges. Color by age: Short-aged: dark green; Long-aged: brownish red. Feeling the Tea Compactness: A loose body means faster aging under equal storage conditions, while a compact body ages more slowly. Check inside and outside: Some teas have higher-grade leaves on the surface for better appearance, but a consistent blend means the entire compressed tea is of uniform quality, not just attractive on the outside. Scenting the…
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