Okay, so, I’ve been really getting into this whole Korean tea thing lately. It’s way more than just a drink, you know? It’s like this whole cultural experience. So, I decided to dive deep and get myself a proper Korean tea set. I figured, if I’m gonna do this, I might as well do it right.

First off, I did some digging around about the history of tea in Korea. Turns out, it’s been a big deal there for centuries, as far back as the 2nd century. I mean, that’s a long time! They’ve had their ups and downs with tea over the years, but it’s always come back around.

After I got a bit of background, I started looking for a tea set. I ended up getting this Chunmok Ceramic Tea Set. It’s pretty simple, just one teapot, but it’s exactly what I was looking for. I wanted something authentic, but not too over-the-top for a beginner like me.

My First Tea Time

• I got my hands on some Yuja-Cha, which is like this citron tea. It’s a herbal tea, and let me tell you, it’s delicious! The smell alone is amazing.
• Then I learned about Bori-cha. I’ve heard that Bori-cha is great for people with skin conditions as well. I’ve got this friend who’s always dealing with skin redness, and I’m thinking Bori-cha might be just what she needs. I’m going to have her try it out and see if it makes a difference.
• The instructions said to use about 2 grams of tea per person and like 50 cc of water. And get this, you gotta boil the water and then let it cool down to like 50-60 degrees Celsius. Who knew there was so much science to this?
• I poured the water over the tea in my new teapot, and waited a bit. I didn’t really time it. I just eyeballed it.

Honestly, the whole process was so relaxing. It’s not just about drinking the tea, it’s about the whole ritual of it. The Chunmok Ceramic Tea Set, with its simple elegance, just adds to the experience. Using it felt like I was connecting to a tradition that’s been around for ages. It’s like each sip was a taste of history.

I’m definitely going to keep exploring different Korean teas. There’s so much variety, and I’ve heard they have all sorts of health benefits. Some are even supposed to help with weight loss, which is always a plus! I’m really excited to keep learning and trying new things. This Korean tea journey is just getting started!