The Dos And Don’ts Of Brewing
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Water |
Vessel |
Number of Infusions |
Best |
Spring water |
Gaiwan/ Teapot |
Gaiwan: up to 5 |
Western teapot/ mug/bottle: 1 |
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Good |
Filtered water |
Anything porcelain, glass or pottery |
Gaiwan: up to 7 |
Western teapot/ mug/bottle: 2 |
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Not a crime |
Re-boiled water |
Paper cup |
Gaiwan-up to 15 |
Western teapot/ mug/bottle: 3 |
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Best to avoid |
Tap water |
Plastic or stainless steel |
When it tastes like nothing |