How to Brew

How to brew tea in a thermos: the men pao method

The men pao method: all-day tea from a thermos with about 1g of leaf per 200ml. Step-by-step, parameters by tea type, and common mistakes.

How to brew tea in a thermos: the men pao method

The men pao method: all-day tea from a thermos with about 1g of leaf per 200ml. Step-by-step, parameters by tea type, and common mistakes.

The fairness cup: why every gongfu setup needs one

What a fairness cup (gongdao bei) does, how to use one, common mistakes, and choosing glass, ceramic or clay.

The fairness cup: why every gongfu setup needs one

What a fairness cup (gongdao bei) does, how to use one, common mistakes, and choosing glass, ceramic or clay.

Glass teapots for blooming tea

How to choose and use a glass teapot for blooming tea — sizes compared, brewing at 90°C, care tips, and which gift sets pair pot with bloom.

Glass teapots for blooming tea

How to choose and use a glass teapot for blooming tea — sizes compared, brewing at 90°C, care tips, and which gift sets pair pot with bloom.

How to store tea properly

How to store every tea type properly, common mistakes, and climate-specific tips for Australian homes.

How to store tea properly

How to store every tea type properly, common mistakes, and climate-specific tips for Australian homes.

Tea and food pairing: a Chinese perspective

A Chinese approach to pairing tea with food, using thermal balance and weight-matching, with pairings by meal.

Tea and food pairing: a Chinese perspective

A Chinese approach to pairing tea with food, using thermal balance and weight-matching, with pairings by meal.

How to brew with a gaiwan

How to brew tea with a gaiwan: bowl temperature, pouring, re-steeping, and avoiding burnt fingers.

How to brew with a gaiwan

How to brew tea with a gaiwan: bowl temperature, pouring, re-steeping, and avoiding burnt fingers.