Teawares and Equipment
Teacups, teapots, and anything used to enjoy tea and prepare tea.
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Teapot Museums
By William I. Lengeman III Nowadays there are any number of ways to prepare a cup of tea. But one of the most time-honored and popular methods is that old standby – hot water, tea and a teapot. Many teapots are simple devices, but many others are impressive works of art in their own right.… Continue reading
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Minimalist Teaware
by Adam Yusko So many people love teapots because they seem to add a certain character to the brewing ritual, and fit the stereotypical image of making and serving tea. But in all honesty teapots and other accessories are simply more things to clean and worry about breaking, not to mention their sheer bulk. Personally,… Continue reading
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Tea Organization
by Stephanie Hanson I have an embarrassing confession to make. Last night, I cataloged my loose leaf teas. Just the loose leaf teas, not including any of the many singleton tea bags floating around in my three tea chests or the boxes of teabags in the tea cabinet. I came up with a number. I… Continue reading
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Porcelain vs. Silver Teapots
Porcelain and silver, or silver plated, are both traditional teapots in England. One should note that these teapots are not designed for direct heat, due to the possibility of melting or cracking. But what are the pros and cons of these two types of teapots? Silver is a precious metal, and as such tends to… Continue reading
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Bevy of Teapots
Every self-respecting tea drinker knows the essentials of their tea arsenal. One of the most important is having a bevy of teapots on hand. Yes, I said “bevy.” For each one is a beauty, as any tea implements are to one living the “tea life” where tea is more than just a beverage. You probably… Continue reading
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Kettle Spouts – Pouring Matters
by Adam Yusko The spout of the kettle might just be the most important part, or else we might as well be using sauce pans. The spout focuses the pouring water and directs it where we wish. But are all spouts created equally? In my experience, no; a narrow spout usually achieves optimal results. Why… Continue reading
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Bone China
It’s a basic understanding, of course, that the vessel one chooses for tea drinking won’t necessarily affect the flavor, but it can certainly affect the experience. Style, color and, perhaps, size of the vessel are a matter of preference. But let’s get specific and pick one choice: bone china. What’s the difference between bone china… Continue reading
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Tea Accoutrements
by Stephanie Hanson One of the great pleasures of afternoon tea is surveying a beautifully set tea table. From the beginning, the vessels used in the preparation of tea have played nearly as major a role as the leaf itself. Think of the formal order of the Japanese tea ceremony, for example. The basic preparation… Continue reading
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Shelley Teacups
[Editor’s note: This article has been updated for style and content accuracy.] Shelley teacups are among some of the most collectable types of china. Beautiful, surprisingly thin and yet strong translucent bone china, Shelley tea cups come in a huge variety of shapes and patterns including chintz, floral, and art deco. The most famous shape… Continue reading
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Fine Bone China : Humble Beginnings
Josiah Spode came from humble beginnings while growing up in England, and was at the tender age of six-years-old when he lost his father. Little Josiah watched his father being buried in a pauper’s grave; a basic burial with no frills or even a headstone, given to poor people of that era who couldn’t afford… Continue reading
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