{"product_id":"jingdezhen-wood-ash-glaze-blue-and-white-porcelain-hand-painting-tea-leaf-and-flower-gaiwan-tea-cup-ktm001","title":"Jingdezhen Wood Ash Glaze \"Blue and White\" Porcelain, Hand Painting \"Tea Leaf \u0026 Flower\" Gaiwan, Tea Cup. KTM001","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaterial:\u003cbr\u003eWood Ash Glaze \"Blue and White\" Porcelain from JingDeZhen\u003cbr\u003ePainting: \u003cbr\u003eHand Painting \"Tea Leaf \u0026amp; Flower\".\u003cbr\u003eGaiwan:\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 9cm * Diameter of upper side 8.5cm.\u003cbr\u003eCapacity is around 100ml. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCup:\u003cbr\u003eHeight 4.7cm* Diameter 6cm\u003cbr\u003eCapacity is around 40ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Gaiwan, embellished with a \"Tea Leaf \u0026amp; Flower\" hand-painted design, is a fine example of blue and white porcelain, a style that is emblematic of Chinese ceramic artistry. The use of wood ash glaze gives this piece a distinctive finish, with subtle variations that only handcrafting can achieve. The illustration of tea leaves and flowers is not just decorative; it's a homage to the very essence of the tea within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gaiwan is a traditional Chinese tea vessel, known for its three-part composition: a Lid, Body, and Saucer, which together are referred to as \"San Gai Wan.\" This Gaiwan serves as an essential instrument in the Gongfu tea ceremony, designed to fully extract the nuanced flavors of fine tea leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo enjoy tea from this Gaiwan, one should follow these steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin by placing 4-8 grams of tea leaves into the bowl. The amount can be adjusted depending on the desired strength of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGently pour boiling water over the leaves. If you're brewing green or black tea, the water should be slightly cooler, at approximately 85-92 degrees Celsius, to avoid bitterness and ensure a smooth flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the lid on the Gaiwan and promptly decant the water. This initial infusion is not for drinking but rather serves to rinse and awaken the tea leaves, priming them for the full expression of their flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue with subsequent infusions, pouring out the tea to savor the \"tea soup.\" With each steeping, consider extending the time slightly to develop a richer infusion, tailored to your taste preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gaiwan is not only a functional item for steeping tea but also a piece of art. It invites a pause to appreciate the beauty of the leaves unfurling and the poetry of the tea ceremony itself. As both a collectible and a daily use item, it represents the harmony between beauty and practicality that is at the heart of Chinese tea culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"King Tea Mall","offers":[{"title":"Gaiwan 100ml","offer_id":44385109442790,"sku":"KTM-44385109442790","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gaiwan 200ml","offer_id":32903152762983,"sku":"KTM-32903152762983","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"No.1 Tea Cup 60ml","offer_id":32903152795751,"sku":"KTM-32903152795751","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No.2 Tea Cup 80ml","offer_id":44385113669862,"sku":"KTM-44385113669862","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No.3 Tea Cup 80ml","offer_id":44385114423526,"sku":"KTM-44385114423526","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gaiwan 200ml + No.1 Tea Cup 1pcs","offer_id":32903152828519,"sku":"KTM-32903152828519","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gaiwan 200ml + No.1 Tea Cup 2pcs","offer_id":32903152861287,"sku":"KTM-32903152861287","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gaiwan 200ml + No.1 Tea Cup 3pcs","offer_id":32903152894055,"sku":"KTM-32903152894055","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gaiwan 100ml + No.2 Tea Cup 1pcs","offer_id":44385124516070,"sku":"KTM-44385124516070","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gaiwan 100ml + No.2 Tea Cup 2pcs","offer_id":44385129300198,"sku":"KTM-44385129300198","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gaiwan 100ml + No.2 Tea Cup 3pcs","offer_id":44385130512614,"sku":"KTM-44385130512614","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gaiwan 100ml + No.3 Tea Cup 1pcs","offer_id":44385125695718,"sku":"KTM-44385125695718","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gaiwan 100ml + No.3 Tea Cup 2pcs","offer_id":44385129857254,"sku":"KTM-44385129857254","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gaiwan 100ml + No.3 Tea Cup 3pcs","offer_id":44385131430118,"sku":"KTM-44385131430118","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/7883\/7863\/files\/jingdezhen-wood-ash-glaze-blue-and-white-porcelain-hand-painting-tea-leaf-flower-gaiwan-te.jpg?v=1792219977","url":"https:\/\/kingteamall.com\/zh\/products\/jingdezhen-wood-ash-glaze-blue-and-white-porcelain-hand-painting-tea-leaf-and-flower-gaiwan-tea-cup-ktm001","provider":"King Tea Mall","version":"1.0","type":"link"}