A Brief Discussion on the History of the Three Major Tea Ceremony Types in the Tang Dynasty
Lu Yu and His "The Classic of Tea"
Lu Yu (733-804) in the Tang Dynasty wrote "The Classic of Tea", the world’s first systematic work on tea.
A proper teapot is essential to fully display the charm of good tea, and the book focuses on tea drinking and the impact of teapot and water on tea quality.
The Mainstream Tea Brewing Method in the Tang Dynasty
Lu Yu refined the mainstream tea-drinking method in the Tang Dynasty, including tea roasting, grinding, brewing and serving.
He also noted that the teapot’s origin, along with water quality and boiling degree, affects tea quality, laying a scientific foundation for tea art.
Tea Ceremony Thought Based on Tea Quality
"The Classic of Tea" classifies tea by taste.
A suitable teapot can better highlight the different qualities of tea, guiding people to focus on tea making and tasting skills.
Philosophical Connotation and Humanistic Spirit
The book contains philosophical thoughts like the five elements.
Just as a good teapot and proper proportioning make good tea, rational use of talents ensures good governance, reflecting literati’s pursuit of self-cultivation through tea art.