“the way of tea” or 茶の湯, chanoyu) is a Japanese tradition steeped in history. It is a ceremonial way of preparing and drinking green tea typically in a traditional tearoom with tatami floor.

Japanese Tea Ceremony represents harmony, respect, purity and tranquillity which we must embrace in order to achieve the main purpose of the tea ceremony. This event is unique as every process from the tea equipment preparation until the tea is drunk has a distinctive technique.

Japanese Tea Ceremony Steps

1. Step 1: Invitations.
2. Step 2: Preparing the Ceremony Room.
3. Step 3: Receiving the Guests.
4. Step 4: Cleansing of the Tools.
5. Step 5: Preparing Thick Matcha Tea.
6. Step 6: Preparing Thin Matcha Tea.
7. Step 7: Cleansing of the Tools.
8. Step 8: Guests Depart.

Buddhist monks were the first to introduce tea and its serving rituals in Japan. Buddhism is a religious practice that for the most part deals with the inner self and we cannot tell what exactly goes on within the mind of the person meditating. These two qualities give the tea ceremony its simple and quiet appearance.

The saucer is useful for protecting surfaces from possible damage due to the heat of a cup, and to catch overflow, splashes, and drips from the cup, thus protecting both table linen and the user sitting in a free-standing chair who holds both cup and saucer.

Both coffee and tea can be served in cups and saucers. Mostly coffee is served in mugs only in Coffee shops/houses. And of course its worth to spend time drinking Coffee coz ” A lot can Happen over Coffee ” -CCD caption.

The bone China clearly increases the body, while the porcelain decreases the body. On the contrary, the porcelain increases the after taste. The glass tea cup gave the body and after taste just in between porcelain and bone China.

If the inside surface of the teacup is porous (as in it has a lot of pores) it will absorb and retain different flavors and aromas. So letting the flavors and aromas escape from your cup will definitely make your tea taste better and the best way to do this is by having a really smooth inside of your teacup.

GENERAL ADVICE. Fine China and Bone China must not be subjected to extreme temperature changes or exposed to a naked flame or hot liquids above boiling temperature. Never pour boiling water into a cold piece of china. Fine bone china should not be used for cooking purposes.

Glass. Glass cups are ideal for serving tea. Heat retention will depend upon the thickness of the glass. Vitrified glass does not cause any reaction with the tea, while borosilicate glass is known to be almost as good a choice as porcelain and it is less fragile.

Short steeps ensure the tea is still hot when poured, while small volumes allow the tea to cool quickly for drinking. In many ways, small pots simply allow for more precision in the brew, since the water is infused with flavor more quickly, and can be drained from the leaves all at once.

The colour of your mug also makes a difference. According to The Independent, Farrimond explained: “If you have a sweet tooth, opt for red or pink as these colours will accentuate the tea’s natural sweetness whilst white or blue mugs can bring out the saltiness of your tea bag.”

Tea may actually taste different in different cups. Many tea specialists will argue that even the smallest difference and even the color of the cup may influence the flavor of tea. However, the flavor often depends on the perception too, so a beautiful and matching cup will very likely make your tea taste better.

Top 10 Tea Sets Reviewed in 2019

• BTäT – Tea Set, China Tea Set, Tea Service, Tea Cups (8oz)
• Gracie China by Coastline Imports Vintage Green Rose Porcelain.
• Royal Albert Old Country Roses 3-Piece Tea Set.
• Toysmith 17-Piece Li’l Tea Tote Set.
• Butterfly Tea Set Basket.
• Primula Half-Moon Teapot for Flowering Tea Set.

Porcelain teapots are adequate for making white and green teas. Their walls are often thinner than those made of ceramic, and they have low heat transference compared to other materials, so also maintain the temperature of the tea liquor quite well but not as long as ceramics.