Whether you’re looking to learn more about the different types of tea kettles, infusers, gaiwans, or any other tea accessories — this section provides a round-up of articles to help answer any questions you might have.
It is said that it was during the 17th and 18th century that the first Cast Iron Teapots were made in Japan. However, there are accounts of the cast iron teapot being present during the Sen no Rikyu period, the historical figure most famous for influencing the Traditional Japanese “Way of Tea.” Known as Tetsubin … Read more
Given that afternoon tea is a 180-year-old tradition, its rules of etiquette are rooted in history and polite society manners. Below is our guide for today’s afternoon tea host and guest, with 7 simple teatime etiquette suggestions for each, to ensure a smooth, gentile afternoon tea experience for all. 7 Tea Etiquette Tips for Hosts … Read more
From decorating the tea table to preparing the afternoon tea menu, there is plenty a host needs to do to get ready before guests arrive. Using one of four methods to brew and easily serve a larger quantity of tea will help simplify your to-do list, as well as allow you to concentrate on having … Read more
There are many different types of teapots you can use to brew tea, but one of the most popular styles is the ceramic teapot. Ceramic has different properties from some other materials used to make teapots, so learning how to use a ceramic teapot is important for getting the most out of your tea. We … Read more
Whether you heat water for tea in a kettle on the stove, have an electric kettle that boils water for you on the counter, or even just boil water in a pot, it is very likely that you will experience a white residue on the inside. This chalky substance is called scale and can affect … Read more
