Nyoro~n on Nostr: im pretty sure chinese teacups have no handles because of their generally smaller ...

im pretty sure chinese teacups have no handles because of their generally smaller size and unique shape which makes handles unnecessary.

non-fermented tea (green tea) lightly fermented teas (oolongs, aged white teas) are often brewed at higher too-hot-to-handle temperatures 90c-95c which some choose to enjoy at to get the full spectrum of flavor.

the design of a good tea cup have thin flared edges for faster heat dissipation which isnt present in coffee mugs or western tea cups. there's also a specific "three point grip" to enjoy freshly brewed tea.

so chinese tea cup is less about teaching patience, more so teaching how to enjoy tea properly using physics 😂