We have a ton of scales in the chem lab i attend that go to the 10-thousandth place. You wouldnt imagine how many just crap out because people dont understand how delicate they are. oh the perils of public equiment. The guys in the store room, though, who have their own scales, say they have had them forever.These little scales aren't cheap--however if you take care of them I think they can last many years.
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Mar 1st, '06, 18:04
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I have finally picked up a digital scale and can now measure my leaf in ounces and grams. For everyday imbibing I use a cup that fits 10 ounces of water. Turns out I have been using anywhere from 2.5-4 grams of leaf per cup. Now I aim for around 3grams per 10oz of water.
While the scale allows for very precise measuring, I haven't felt the need (yet) to find that "perfect amount." As long as I'm in the ballpark the resulting cup is great. Plus, every tea is different, so things can get complicated.
Perhaps having some variance in the amount of leaf one uses is a good thing. It allows for new discoveries.
But if you brew up a cup to perfection, it would be good to know exactly what you did. In this, a scale is handy.
While the scale allows for very precise measuring, I haven't felt the need (yet) to find that "perfect amount." As long as I'm in the ballpark the resulting cup is great. Plus, every tea is different, so things can get complicated.
Perhaps having some variance in the amount of leaf one uses is a good thing. It allows for new discoveries.
But if you brew up a cup to perfection, it would be good to know exactly what you did. In this, a scale is handy.
Tea:
Nature...for your mouuwth!"
Nature...for your mouuwth!"