Taiwan Porcelain Ware

The Preconception that Porcelain Does Not Affect the Taste of Tea

Many people tend to think, "While pottery influences the taste of tea, porcelain and glass are neutral because they are fired at high temperatures and do not affect the taste of tea."

However, in reality, both porcelain and glass can influence the taste of tea just like pottery.

When examining the impact of porcelain on taste, it is found that many materials surprisingly cut off aftertaste and lingering flavors, or present unpleasant bitterness. In fact, when tasting tea with various tea ware, it is found that not just the majority but nearly 80% of the materials have issues regarding taste.

To learn how a teapot changes the taste of tea and what to look for when choosing one, see "How to choose a teapot and tea cup".