About Taiwan Sanxi Porcelain

How porcelain affects taste

There are many porcelain manufacturers in China and Taiwan, with many stylish designs that appear very attractive in specialty tea ware stores. However, the most important aspect when choosing porcelain is not the design but its impact on taste.

Porcelain is often thought to be neutral in terms of taste, but this is not the case. Just as metal ions are detected in glass during dissolution tests, porcelain also releases metal ions into the water, which affects the taste.

Surprisingly, many porcelain items cut off the lingering flavor of tea or present bitterness, making the selection very challenging.

When it comes to high-quality porcelain, Jingdezhen porcelain comes to mind as an option. However, genuine high-quality Jingdezhen porcelain is very expensive, so I consider it "exceptional."

Why we recommend Sankei

The reason I recommend Sankei is that it is affordable, can be used casually, and most importantly, the taste is very good. Before choosing Sankei, I obtained various porcelain items and evaluated their taste. Not all of Sankei's products are recommended; some models of Sankei's ivory white glaze had issues with taste.

Drinking tea with the Sankei Ivory White series selected by HOJO makes the taste rich, enhances the lingering flavor, and provides a smooth mouthfeel. Moreover, the porcelain of the Sankei Ivory White series pairs well with teapots made from various materials, so there is no need to worry about combinations with pottery.

Plain Ivory White is a tool favored by professionals. At HOJO's overseas store, we also use plain Ivory White porcelain when customers taste our teas. Many tea shops in China and Taiwan frequently use plain Ivory White.