There is an axiom add a little for the pot. You never completely
drain the leaves. Another hidden variable teas will expand on brewing
and this volume reduces the water level. The single cup pot is
impractical. I'd say a six-cup pot is fine for two cups. Use the pot
walls as a water slide for the tea leaves when pouring. However I
personally prefer a pot that is topped off for the amount of tea I
drink. Remember a tea pot should fit your tea habits. Keep the
brewing in a teapot. The British got that one right along with
boiling water.

Jim

(Alex S.) wrote in message . com>...
> Why is it that some people insist on making a pot of tea just big
> enough to fill one mug? Is there any different when brewing a
> bag/leaves of tea in a covered mug or a 2-cup teapot? Does the pot
> maintain the appropriate temperature while brewing rather than a
> covered, warmed cup?
>
> Also, if this is true; since I only have a six-cup teapot, would it be
> practical to brew 1 mug (2 cups) in my teapot instead of my mug? Thank
> you in advance, I really value this group's help in getting me
> interested in tea.