The stove is the domain of fire, while wind cools the heart.

Here, the wind is not about warmth or chill, but supreme purity.

A wind stove is a stove used for brewing tea, also known as a cooling stove, specifically designed for tea preparation.

Origins and Origins

The wind stove was originally a stove dedicated to tea brewing during the Tang Dynasty in China. It is shaped like an ancient tripod cauldron with three legs and two handles. Inside the stove, there is a chamber where charcoal can be placed, and at the lower abdomen of the stove are three ventilation holes.

On top of the stove, there are three supports (racks) to hold the Teapot for brewing. At the bottom of the stove is an opening for ventilation and ash removal, with an iron tray underneath to catch the ashes.

The history of the wind stove traces back to the Tang Dynasty in China, and the first known wind stove was possibly made by Lu Yu himself during that time.

In his book “The Classic of Tea,” Lu Yu wrote: “A wind stove is cast from copper or iron, shaped like an ancient tripod.” He also said, “The stove can be made from wrought iron or clay.” This indicates that wind stoves were typically made from copper, iron, or even molded clay.

This record shows that wind stoves were commonly made from copper, iron, or even molded clay.

Spread and Development

It's said that the wind stove is considered a treasure in Japan and became prominent due to the Zen Master Ingen in the Ming Dynasty.

In 1654, when Ingen arrived in Japan, he brought with him a large group of Chinese monks. They introduced Ming Dynasty painting, calligraphy, Ceramic ware, printing techniques, tea-making methods, and vegetarian cuisine (Shojin Ryori) to Japan, among other aspects of Chinese culture.

This included the use of Ming Dynasty purple clay teapots and Ming Dynasty tea bowls for brewing tea through the method of “boiled tea.”

During the height of boiled tea's popularity, many wind stoves were imported from China, but the original wind stoves have since been lost.

However, some wind stoves in tea ceremonies still maintain the appearance of ancient Chinese wind stoves, meticulously preserved, developed, and revered to this day.

Cultural Elegance

Whether it's Chinese Gongfu tea or Japanese boiled tea, both emphasize “lively fire and hot water.” Following these requirements, the wind stove has been continuously improved and developed to this day. Meanwhile, to meet the requirement of being able to draw and boil water anywhere, wind stoves have become increasingly portable.

Throughout history, many paintings featuring tea brewing have depicted scenes of scholars drawing water and boiling tea, showcasing the refined lifestyle of literati gatherings. With a feather fan gently fanning the flames, steam rises gradually, and the aroma of tea fills the air.

In the depths of bamboo forests, beside clear streams, and within pavilions, poets sit alone, their robes billowing in the breeze.

A young tea boy lights a fire in the stove, gently fanning the flames as wisps of smoke rise slowly, carrying the scent of pine resin through the mountains.

One can almost feel the boiling water meeting the tea leaves through the clay stove, as they unfurl perfectly and release a fresh, lingering flavor.

Boiling water, a pot of tea to pass the days, idly watching flowers bloom.

Practical Everyday Use

1. When choosing a stove, ensure the stove chamber is deep enough to accommodate a sufficient amount of charcoal.

2. The charcoal must be fully ignited, indicated by the charcoal turning red with a white layer of ash on its surface. For the first pot of water, use twice the amount of water needed for brewing tea.

3. Each subsequent addition of water should be just enough for the next infusion of tea.

4. After the third infusion, observe the burning state of the charcoal, shake off the white ash, add new charcoal, and clean the ashes from the stove promptly.

5. Ensure that the ventilation holes within the stove body remain unobstructed.

6. If you need a particularly strong flame, you may use a stove blower.

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