Zhuni vs. Hongni – The Red Ores of Yixing

Jun 30, 2020

Zhuni and hongni—two different kinds of reddish Yixing ores. But what sets them apart, and how can one recognise one from the other? Continue reading

Which water is best for tea?

May 11, 2019

Es gibt kein Leben ohne Wasser, denn für die Zubereitung von Tee wird Wasser benötigt... und zwar sehr viel Wasser: Über 99% einer Schale Tee besteht aus Wasser! Wie beeinflusst Wasser den Geschmack von Tee? Wir haben verschiedene (Tee)Wässer verglichen und einige wichtige Schlussfolgerungen gewonnen. Continue reading

Exploring Jingdezhen, the Porcelain Capital

May 02, 2019

As the tea journey approaches its end, Gabriele heads to Jingdezhen for crazy teaware shopping and unexpected encounters. Continue reading

Yixing and its stone-like teapots

Apr 30, 2019

As the tea tour came to an end, Caroline and Gabriele continue travelling China. First destination Yixing, where they spend far to much money in teapots! Continue reading

Buddhist Tastings, Western Meditations

Apr 26, 2019

Data or drinking? Max reflects upon a memorable tea tasting at a shop run by a group of Buddhist students, and upon the different ways of appreciating the ephemeral experience of tea. Continue reading

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