Unraveling the Myth: Do Yixing Teapot Shapes Affect Tea Flavor?
Yixing teapots, renowned for their elegance and rich history, come in a variety of shapes. Each design is unique, with its own name and story, leading us to wonder if these differences impact tea flavor. We decided to put this theory to the test. We brewed four different types of tea using four classic Yixing teapots: Si Ting, Xiao Ying, Long Dan, and Han Wa. Each pot has a distinct shape and pouring style that could potentially influence the taste of the tea. ① Si Ting, inspired by Lu Siting, features a rounded pear-like design with a slow pour. ②…
