Nov 05
Lynn’s Teaview Snapshot
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8.5/10
JING's handblown glass teapot and cup set is very attractive— crystal clear and nicely rounded. The pot and cup are well balanced for a woman's hand, and I had my husband give the handles the "man hands" test, which they passed. Guys won't find themselves trying to jam a finger through a too-small handle. This is a good thing, since the cup is on the large side, to accommodate a single pour from the pot.I gave my little set a test run with some Dragon Well, then with a Yunnan and happily watched the leaves swirl and unfurl. The wire strainer coil in the spout works very well and only a few tiny leaves snuck through to my cup. This would be a very nice pot for small presentation teas and Dragon Pearls, and I'll certainly be using it for testing.
There are only a few design flaws to mention.
The Pot: First, the lid, though deeply seated, can fall off when you pour steeply (which you must to get all the tea out), so keep a finger on the finial, which remains cool enough to handle. Second, the spout is set just a bit too low. Although the pot can hold up to 10 oz., water fills the spout if you put in more than 8 oz. Even then there is some in the spout, which does not get steeped as strongly as the rest. Overall, however, these are minor concerns, and just something to be aware of as you get used to the pot.
The Cup: The handle is just a bit on the small size for the size and low shape of the cup. But I'm used to large mugs I can wrap my hand around, so it may just be the difference in style. I managed not to spill anything.
That aside, this is a great little set. I use it regularly in tea 'testing. Recommended!
— To purchase JING Glass One-Cup Teapot Set, or for more specific information on ingredients or the story behind this particular blend, click here to go directly to the manufacturer's web site.
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November 6th, 2009 at 8:06 am
I think these would look beautiful on a table, but for me, not practical at all, I’d be making tea all day long !