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 Steeped in Science: Ceramic Glazing Affects Flavor, Aroma, and Health Benefits of Tea
Glazes on tea sets significantly reduce the amount of catechins in tea by oxidizing them, altering the flavor, aroma, and health benefits of tea.
https://scitechdaily.com/steeped-in-science-ceramic-glazing-affects-flavor-aroma-and-health-benefits-of-tea/ #Ceramic #Glazing #Flavor, #Aroma #HealthBenefits #Tea #catechins 
 @fe47a47d They didn’t brew tea in glazed vessels. They combined brewed tea liquor with glaze *powder*.🙃

I’d say that paper deserves an IgNobel!