Product Name: Milk White Glaze Porcelain "Gaiwan" with Matching Tea Cups for Chinese Gongfu Tea
Gaiwan Description: Material: The "Gaiwan" is crafted from Milk White Glaze Porcelain, renowned for its smooth texture and classic aesthetic. Its milky white sheen exudes a simple elegance that complements the Gongfu tea ceremony. Capacity: 160cc Size: Height and Diameter both measure at 9.6cm.
Tea Cups Description:
- No.1 Tea Cup: Capacity 100cc
- No.2 Tea Cup: Capacity 110cc
- No.3 Tea Cup: Capacity 60cc
- No.4 Tea Cup: Capacity 30cc, distinguished by a Golden Edge for an added touch of refinement.
The Gaiwan, also known as "San Gai Wan," is composed of three parts: Lid, Body, and Saucer. This traditional vessel is essential for the Gongfu tea ceremony, facilitating precise steeping and enhancing the tea's delicate flavors.
Usage Steps:
- Begin by placing 4-8 grams of tea leaves into the body of the Gaiwan.
- Pour boiling water over the tea leaves. For green or black teas, water temperatures of approximately 85-92 degrees Celsius are ideal.
- Cover with the lid and promptly pour out the water, using the lid to retain the leaves. This initial rinse awakens the tea leaves.
- Proceed to steep the tea leaves again, adjusting the steeping time as per personal preference to extract the full range of flavors from the tea.
This Gaiwan set is not only functional but also a piece of art, making it a perfect gift for tea aficionados or a treasured addition to one's tea ceremony implements. The varying capacities of the tea cups allow for flexibility in serving size and a tailored tea-tasting journey.