Buying a teapot...
 

Hello!
I decided to buy a new teapot (well... my previous teapot decided for
me, breaking into pieces...) and I was wondering if you could recommend
me some internet shop selling teapots of high quality.

All I need is:
1.To have an infusing mechanism like most of Yixing teapots (not basket
but a kind of netting just near the spout, inside - in the way that tea
can brew in the whole inner space of the teapot - I hope you know what I
mean?)
2.To be used for brewing all the types of tea. I will use it not at
home, therefore I cannot take three teapots. Just one for all.
(therefore probably yixing is not a good choice... unless I do not know
something)

Thank you for any advice, suggestions, names of shops!

Sincerely,
Milo

Buying a teapot...
 

On Dec 11, 3:00 pm, Milo > wrote:
> Hello!
> I decided to buy a new teapot (well... my previous teapot decided for
> me, breaking into pieces...) and I was wondering if you could recommend
> me some internet shop selling teapots of high quality.
>
> All I need is:
> 1.To have an infusing mechanism like most of Yixing teapots (not basket
> but a kind of netting just near the spout, inside - in the way that tea
> can brew in the whole inner space of the teapot - I hope you know what I
> mean?)
> 2.To be used for brewing all the types of tea. I will use it not at
> home, therefore I cannot take three teapots. Just one for all.
> (therefore probably yixing is not a good choice... unless I do not know
> something)
>
> Thank you for any advice, suggestions, names of shops!
>
> Sincerely,
> Milo

Milo,
A friend of mine asked the same thing of me recently (also wanted it
to be inexpensive). After looking for a few weeks I recommended the
Kokoro teapot at Den's tea. It is made for sencha (Japanese tea) so
it has a fine screen lining. The tea can brew in the whole pot and it
has a ceramic finish so it can be used for any type of tea. The
stated capacity is 11 oz. It seems to be the right size for one
normal tea/coffee mug. It is about $20. The link is

http://www.denstea.com/index.php?mai...&cPath=275_284

At work I use something similar and use it for Japanese teas, Chinese
teas, black teas, oolongs including open leaf types. I think it is
the most convenient type of teapot if you plan to brew different types
of tea. Let me know if you find something else interesting.
TokyoB

Buying a teapot...
 

On Dec 11, 3:00 pm, Milo > wrote:
> Hello!
> I decided to buy a new teapot (well... my previous teapot decided for
> me, breaking into pieces...) and I was wondering if you could recommend
> me some internet shop selling teapots of high quality.
>
> All I need is:
> 1.To have an infusing mechanism like most of Yixing teapots (not basket
> but a kind of netting just near the spout, inside - in the way that tea
> can brew in the whole inner space of the teapot - I hope you know what I
> mean?)
> 2.To be used for brewing all the types of tea. I will use it not at
> home, therefore I cannot take three teapots. Just one for all.
> (therefore probably yixing is not a good choice... unless I do not know
> something)
>
> Thank you for any advice, suggestions, names of shops!
>
> Sincerely,
> Milo

Hi Milo. Have you considered using a gaiwan? They don't have
netting, but with a little practice you'll find that almost no tea
gets through into your cup. Because they are porcelain, you can use
them for pretty much any kind of tea, and they clean very easily. If
I were restricted to one kind of pot, that would be it.

You can find them at Jing Tea Shop, Yunnan Sourcing LLC, or Hou De.

Best,

Alex

Buying a teapot...
 

I buy most of the teapots like you are describing from Asian markets.
They range from lower quality to restaurant grade which are heavy duty
and made to take some abuse and use. I have bought them anywhere from
$3.50 to about $25 and they have survived as good or better than any
other tea vessels I own. They aren't masterpieces though, more
function than form. Also, the other suggestion for the use of a gaiwan
is a great one if it fits your intended use.

- Dominic

Milo wrote:
> Hello!
> I decided to buy a new teapot (well... my previous teapot decided for
> me, breaking into pieces...) and I was wondering if you could recommend
> me some internet shop selling teapots of high quality.
>
> All I need is:
> 1.To have an infusing mechanism like most of Yixing teapots (not basket
> but a kind of netting just near the spout, inside - in the way that tea
> can brew in the whole inner space of the teapot - I hope you know what I
> mean?)
> 2.To be used for brewing all the types of tea. I will use it not at
> home, therefore I cannot take three teapots. Just one for all.
> (therefore probably yixing is not a good choice... unless I do not know
> something)
>
> Thank you for any advice, suggestions, names of shops!
>
> Sincerely,
> Milo

Buying a teapot...
 

On Dec 11, 3:00 pm, Milo > wrote:
> Hello!
> I decided to buy a new teapot (well... my previous teapot decided for
> me, breaking into pieces...) and I was wondering if you could recommend
> me some internet shop selling teapots of high quality.
>
> All I need is:
> 1.To have an infusing mechanism like most of Yixing teapots (not basket
> but a kind of netting just near the spout, inside - in the way that tea
> can brew in the whole inner space of the teapot - I hope you know what I
> mean?)
> 2.To be used for brewing all the types of tea. I will use it not at
> home, therefore I cannot take three teapots. Just one for all.
> (therefore probably yixing is not a good choice... unless I do not know
> something)

How about tall bodum glass teapots that have the basket filling in
almost
all of the inside volume? That way you still get the convenience of
lifting
leaves out of the pot. The issue with the pot you mention is that some
teas need to be brewed in very short time, i.e. 1.5-2 minutes like
Darjeelings or some greens. Another thing that I personally like about
glass pots is that they take very little hot water to preheat. I don't
have any of those pots but I have bodum tea mug which is almost
the same thing except for the absence of a spout and the basket
fills the whole inside space.

>
> Thank you for any advice, suggestions, names of shops!
>
> Sincerely,
> Milo

Buying a teapot...
 

hello Milo,

Have you seen this gadget? I am sure other tea sellers have this or a
similar product. I just happened to go to Teavana and saw it there.



http://www.teavana.com/Teavana+Easy+...ProductDetails



hth,

dp



"Milo" > wrote in message
...
> Hello!
> I decided to buy a new teapot (well... my previous teapot decided for me,
> breaking into pieces...) and I was wondering if you could recommend me
> some internet shop selling teapots of high quality.
>
> All I need is:
> 1.To have an infusing mechanism like most of Yixing teapots (not basket
> but a kind of netting just near the spout, inside - in the way that tea
> can brew in the whole inner space of the teapot - I hope you know what I
> mean?)
> 2.To be used for brewing all the types of tea. I will use it not at home,
> therefore I cannot take three teapots. Just one for all. (therefore
> probably yixing is not a good choice... unless I do not know something)
>
> Thank you for any advice, suggestions, names of shops!
>
> Sincerely,
> Milo

Buying a teapot...
 

pisze:
[cut]After looking for a few weeks I recommended the
> Kokoro teapot at Den's tea. It is made for sencha (Japanese tea) so
> it has a fine screen lining. The tea can brew in the whole pot and it
> has a ceramic finish so it can be used for any type of tea. The
> stated capacity is 11 oz. It seems to be the right size for one
> normal tea/coffee mug. It is about $20. The link is
>
> http://www.denstea.com/index.php?mai...&cPath=275_284

Unfortunately, they do not ship to Europe... do you know maybe who sells
something similar? I really like that teapot...

Sincerely,
Milo

Buying a teapot...
 

"Milo" > wrote in message
...
> pisze:
> [cut]After looking for a few weeks I recommended the
>> Kokoro teapot at Den's tea. It is made for sencha (Japanese tea) so
>> it has a fine screen lining. The tea can brew in the whole pot and it
>> has a ceramic finish so it can be used for any type of tea. The
>> stated capacity is 11 oz. It seems to be the right size for one
>> normal tea/coffee mug. It is about $20. The link is
>>
>> http://www.denstea.com/index.php?mai...&cPath=275_284
>
> Unfortunately, they do not ship to Europe... do you know maybe who sells
> something similar? I really like that teapot...
>
> Sincerely,
> Milo
>

Milo, search on Ebay. There used to be a number of those type of pots on
there and they were quite reasonable.

-Melinda

Buying a teapot...
 

On Dec 12, 12:01 pm, "darawen littlestich" >
wrote:
> hello Milo,
>
> Have you seen this gadget? I am sure other tea sellers have this or a
> similar product. I just happened to go to Teavana and saw it there.
>
> http://www.teavana.com/Teavana+Easy+...dp_no=4042/sho...
>
> hth,
>
> dp
>
I'd suggest against using anything like this. They tend to be
plastic, and plastic stains after a while with tea, making it look
quite nasty. The mesh thing at the bottom of these things also tend
to soak up a little flavour over time. I've had tea made from this
sort of infuser and they end up being flavoured with the previous
infusions of whatever it was. Kinda nasty.

I'd say gaiwan would be nice, but if you're looking for big-pot
brewing... a small Japanese teapot should do. There should be lots of
choices.

MarshalN
http://www.xanga.com/MarshalN

Buying a teapot...
 

MarshalN pisze:
[cut]
> I'd say gaiwan would be nice, but if you're looking for big-pot
> brewing... a small Japanese teapot should do. There should be lots of
> choices.
>
> MarshalN
> http://www.xanga.com/MarshalN

Yeah, but just a simple question: any recommended, verified for quality
shop sending to Europe? I know these teapots are everywhere, that's why
I am looking for some good vendor, not any ;-].

Milo

Buying a teapot...
 

Milo wrote:
>> http://www.denstea.com/index.php?mai...&cPath=275_284
>
> Unfortunately, they do not ship to Europe... do you know maybe who
sells
> something similar? I really like that teapot...
>
> Sincerely,
> Milo

I asked Den's Tea if they ship to Europe. Here is the reply:
-Thank you for your inquiry.
-Yes, we can ship our tea to UK. (? I asked about shipping to Europe)
-Please let us know your order, then we will quote the shipping fee.
-FYI, US10.50 up to 1lb, $15.75 up to 2lb by Global Priority Mail
-(4-6days).
-Look forward to hearing from you.
-Sincerely,
-Tomoko Suzuki
-Den's Tea
-Tomoko Suzuki <tomokos at denstea.com>

Den's Tea has a Premium Sencha Teapot with an integral ceramic strainer:
http://www.denstea.com/index.php?mai...&cPath=273_145
http://www.denstea.com/index.php?mai...ndex&cPath=273
More teapots at Den's Tea:
http://www.denstea.com/index.php?mai...ndex&cPath=275

Hope This Helps
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