> The preparation of the tea things (chai-inka) is an intrinsic part of
> Chinese Gung-fu tea, both before drinking and between steeps. (You were
> speaking earlier of respecting traditions and knowing them before
> deviating
> from them. It is from that perspective I speak here
>
> Michael


Frustration justifies deviation.
Poor girl has her fingers burned, you, purist!

BTW 'chainka" is a tiny black tea particle escaped into the glass when
zavarka was poured into it. That is why purists use tea sieves. I, on the
other hand, enjoy some chainki in my tea. They add movement and 3d
dimension.

Sasha.