Leaves in a bowl

Large, clean leaves and quiet direct drinking

Tea, water and an open bowl with almost nothing between them.

Starting point

Use very little large whole leaf, comfortable-temperature water and enough room for the leaf to settle.

What you need

• Wide tea bowl
• Large whole leaf
• Kettle

Method

1. Warm the bowl.
2. Add a sparse layer of leaf.
3. Pour gently.
4. Wait and observe.
5. Drink slowly; add water as needed.

Watch for

This contemporary practice source should be credited. Do not turn a simple method into an invented ancient or religious claim.

Source

• Living Tea bowl guide