The Dos And Don’ts Of Brewing

Water

Vessel

Number of Infusions

Best

Spring water

Gaiwan/

Teapot

Gaiwan: up to 5

Western teapot/ mug/bottle: 1

Good

Filtered water

Anything porcelain, glass or pottery

Gaiwan: up to 7

Western teapot/ mug/bottle: 2

Not a crime

Re-boiled water

Paper cup

Gaiwan-up to 15

Western teapot/ mug/bottle: 3

Best to avoid

Tap water

Plastic or stainless steel

When it tastes like nothing