Many friends are unsure whether to use a dry or wet Tea cloth when caring for their Teapots, and which method is more beneficial for the pot.
The purpose of wiping the pot is to keep it clean and well-maintained. Every Teapot is a cherished possession—would anyone want theirs to look unkempt and disheveled?
The unique properties of purple Clay, with its dual-pore structure, allow tea oils to seep through the pores and onto the surface of the pot during brewing. At this point, a tea cloth is needed to wipe these oils evenly across the surface, preventing uneven distribution over time that could mar the pot's appearance.
Dry Wiping: After brewing tea, rinse the inside and outside of the pot with water. Use a dry tea cloth to wipe the exterior dry before inverting it on the tea Table.
Wet Wiping: After brewing tea, rinse the inside of the pot clean with water. Then, wipe the exterior clean with a damp tea cloth, followed by a dry tea cloth.
Whether you choose to wipe dry or wet is entirely up to personal preference; there's no need to be deliberate about it. Do what feels most comfortable, as the goal is the same: to clean the pot's surface and prevent the accumulation of tea stains.
Another common question is whether it's okay to handle a purple clay teapot with your hands. Would doing so transfer hand oils onto the pot, affecting its appearance?
Purple clay teapots are not overly delicate. As long as your hands aren't greasy from handling oily foods, it's perfectly fine to handle the teapot. However, there's no need to constantly wipe it; it can be tiring. The enjoyment of teapots lies in their elegance and the pleasure they bring, not in constant maintenance.
Additionally, if you have applied skincare products to your hands, it's not recommended to handle the teapot, as everyone knows that purple clay absorbs odors. If the scent of skincare products permeates the tea, it would be unpleasant.
Nourishing a teapot is a natural process; there's no need for excessive wiping. Keeping the surface clean is sufficient.
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