Japan Oolong Karasu - Bio

The info brochure offers an overview of the KEIKO Green Tea products as well as background information on the cultivation, processing and preparation. Language: English Download the brochure as pdf file here .

This cylindrical black Kyusu with integrated clay strainer is handcrafted by the artist Gyokkou in Tokoname. The body and lid are delicately notched to give the kyusu a beautiful, organic texture. Japanese Kyusu side handle teapots are ideal for brewing green tea.The tea leaves can unfold freely in the pot and are retained by an integrated strainer in front of the spout during infusion. Dimensions The filling quantity of the pot should be chosen in such a way that the tea can be completely distributed over the waiting cup(s) and no water remains in the pot.The leaves remain in the pot and are then simply brewed again briefly with water for further infusions. Filling capacity: 180mlFor 1-2 persons .Variations Please note that the shape, color and size of the tea ceramics may vary slightly, especially for pieces like this handmade! Cleaning For cleaning in everyday use, simply tap out the kyusu and rinse well with clear water also through the strainer. If after prolonged use, the strainer has slowly clogged, you will find instructions here for the care and cleaning of your teapot - for unadulterated tea enjoyment: Cleaning Instructions for Teapots

Hitoshizuku translates as "one drop" and refers to the drop-like shape of the pot. Simple and elegant, Japanese aesthetics in the tradition of Bako-Yaki ceramics and modern design find a harmonious balance here.In the open pot, the tea can unfold freely and is retained by the strainer in front of the beak-shaped spout when brewed in the pot. The leaves remain in the pot and are then simply brewed again briefly with water for further infusions.In the open teapot, this process can be followed particularly beautifully - it is also ideally suited for cold infusions.Special featuresIn the Fujiso Manufactory, the holes in the clay strainer are pierced by hand before pouring. This skill is still mastered by only a few masters in Japan - there are only 3 artists left who make such sieves in Japan. Clay sieves of this type are particularly well suited for slightly larger leaf material. These include medium-strong or only lightly steamed teas such as Gyokuro, Shincha Yakushima, Hojicha, Oolong and other specialties. In the case of intensely steamed tea (fukamushi cha), the fine leaf material may get stuck in the holes. On the outside, the reddish-brown clay typical of the Banko-Yaki style is unglazed, while a light, pale green glaze has been applied to the inside. This glaze has been specially developed to facilitate cleaning and to allow the aroma of the prepared teas to develop without external influences and to prevent it from settling in the porous clay. Thus, the pot can be used for alternating teas with intense aroma without it lingering on the next tea. The lack of a handle makes the pot easy to store in the kitchen cupboard or luggage to save space, and it is also well-suited for left-handed people. By the way, the Hitoshizuku teapots were selected as official Olympic souvenirs and are offered at all venues.Filling capacity220 ml, for 1-2 personsThe filling quantity of the pot should be chosen so that the tea can be completely distributed to the ready cup(s) and no water remains in the pot between infusions.The filling quantities are measured to the rim - the actual amount in daily use is slightly smaller.DeviationsPlease note that the shape, color and size of tea ceramics may vary slightly!This is especially true for teapots, which are all at least partially handmade.CleaningTo clean the teapot after everyday use, simply tap the teapot against your palm to loosen the tea and shake it out. Rinse well with clear water, also through the strainer. If the strainer has become clogged after longer use, you will find instructions here on how to care for and clean your teapot - for undiminished tea enjoyment: Cleaning instructions

Shiboridashi-Kännchen werden hauptsächlich für die Zubereitung von Gyokuro Tee verwendet, aber auch andere (nicht zu feinblättrige) Tees können mit diesen Kännchen aufgegossen werden Statt einem klassischen Sieb wird das befüllte Kännchen mit dem Deckel verschlossen und der Tee über Rillen in der Tülle ausgeschenkt, während der Deckel die Blätter zurück hält.Das flache Kännchen aus rotem Ton wird von dem Künstler Hakusan in Handarbeit gefertigt und mit dunkelroten Akzenten verziert. Shiboridashi-Kännchen haben kein Sieb im eigentlichen Sinne sondern einen Ausguss mit Kerben im Ton, durch die der Tee abgegossen wird, während die Teeblätter mit dem Deckel zurückgehalten werden.Diese Kännchen eignen sich vor allem für weniger stark gedämpfte Tees mit größeren Blättern wie zum Beispiel Gyokuro.Die Füllmenge des Kännchens sollte so gewählt werden, dass der Tee komplett auf die bereitstehende(n) Tasse(n) verteilt werden kann und kein Wasser im Kännchen verbleibt. Die Blätter bleiben im Kännchen und werden dann einfach für weitere Aufgüsse erneut kurz mit Wasser überbrüht.MaßeFüllmenge 100mlFür 1-2 Personen.AbweichungenBitte beachten Sie, dass Form, Farbe und Größe der Teekeramik leicht variieren können!Insbesondere gilt dies für Kännchen wie dieses, die in Handarbeit erstellt werden.Reinigung Die Reinigung ist bei einem Shiboridashi-Kännchen denkbar einfach: den Teesatz ausklopfen und mit klarem Wasser ausspülen.