Drinking tea is a traditional Chinese custom,

and the art of tea ceremony encompasses profound knowledge.

So, do you know what a tea scoop is?

Below, we will take you to explore it.

What is a tea scoop?

A tea scoop is a type of traditional Chinese tea utensil used to measure tea leaves during preparation. In tea ceremonies, it is used to measure and transfer tea from the tea caddy. The tea scoop is also one of the 28 tea tools mentioned in 'The Classic of Tea: Chapter Four - Utensils.' Below is a complete introduction to tea scoops.

Tea scoops can be made from materials like seashells, oysters, copper, iron, or bamboo.

The purpose of a tea scoop

The term 'scoop' refers to measuring, and the purpose of a tea scoop is to take tea from the tea caddy and pour it into the teapot or teacup.

Other uses of a tea scoop

In addition to measuring tea leaves, a tea scoop can also be used for stirring during the tea-making process. Stirring is an important step, and the tea scoop must be heavy and sturdy to achieve the desired effect on the tea's surface.