article_snippet: According to this standard, two different sized pots made of porcelain or glazed earthenware are recommended, alongside two corresponding small and large 'bowls' - or cups.
article_snippet: The first, large pot should measure be between 74mm and 78mm wide and stand between 83mm and 87mm tall.
article_snippet: The first, large pot should also have a lid.
article_snippet: The ideal smaller pot should be between 61mm and 65 mm tall and ideally 64mm wide.
article_snippet: The larger cup is should be between 57mm and 63mm tall by 109mm - plus or minus 3mm -compared to 49mm and 55mm wide.
article_snippet: Either way, the large pot should not exceed 318ml, and the small pot must have a maximum capacity of 159ml.
article_snippet: Pour freshly boiled water into the small pot up to 4mm and 6mm below the brim.
article_snippet: At least 2.5ml milk is recommended for use with a smaller pot, and 5ml milk is advised for a larger pot.
article_snippet: To make sure the water doesn't scald 5ml milk, the BSI explained that the BSI temperature should not exceed 85°C (185°F), but should be above 60°C (140°F) for optimum flavour and sensation.
article_snippet: The standard does explain that different sized pots can be used, but these measurements are recommended.