This 40ml tea cup is all about bringing a pure tea experience to those who practice Gong Fu Cha. Its volume is ideal for Gong Fu Cha, where each brew is important. This teacup is designed to fit comfortably in your hand and let you taste multiple infusions without overwhelming your palate.
When it comes to taste, glaze plays a crucial role. It acts as a barrier between the porous clay and your tea, ensuring that the flavors you're savoring are unadulterated and true to their leaves. Every sip promises the pure essence of your chosen tea, free from any lingering tastes or scents from previous sessions. The glaze is bright, providing a clean background that allows the true colors of your tea to shine through, while the pattern is far from boring.
The wide opening isn't an arbitrary design choice either. It brings the brew to a comfortable drinking temperature without a lengthy wait. This means that the conversation around the tea table won't stall while waiting for the tea to cool. It also means you can appreciate the tea's aroma as it steams gently upward, adding another layer to your sensory experience.
Crafted from clay that can be seen through the glaze, the cup has a solid, earthy feel that resonates with the natural origins of tea itself. This cup is not about ostentatious patterns or unnecessary embellishments; it's about the tea and the ceremony. The minimalist aesthetic underscores the personal connection between the brewer, the tea, and the moment of enjoyment, making each sip a personal experience. Each aspect of the cup's design has been considered with the tea drinker in mind, ensuring that the experience is as grounded as possible.
This tea cup will quickly become a part of your Gong Fu Cha ritual. It stands ready to be filled with delicate greens, fragrant oolongs, or aged pu-erhs, adapting seamlessly to your tea of choice. It's a choice that says you value the essentials of tea drinking: the flavor, the aroma, and the connection. For a person who appreciates the pleasures of a well-crafted cup of tea, this is the cup that brings it all together.
Volume: 40ml
Dimensions: 2.4 x 1.6 in / 6 x 4 cm
Material: Glazed Clay
NOTE: Avoid using detergents when cleaning.