This Mutton Fat Jade Porcelain tea strainer is a functional accessory. It ensures a clean and pure brew.
The handwritten calligraphy on the strainer reads "一心问茶" (Yī Xīn Wèn Chá), translating to "Approach Tea With a Focused Heart." This phrase underscores the importance of mindfulness and presence when brewing and enjoying tea. In Gong Fu Cha, tea-making is seen as a form of meditation, where each step is performed with intention and focus. The act of straining the tea is no exception – it is a moment to appreciate the clarity and purity of the brew.
The strainer (Cha Lou – 茶漏) is used to catch tea leaves that might escape from the teapot during pouring. It ensures that the tea in your cup is free from small leaf particles, resulting in a clean, smooth brew. The use of a filter is especially important in Gong Fu Cha, where multiple infusions are common, and each one is meant to be savored for its clarity of flavor and appearance.
Crafted from Mutton Fat Jade Porcelain (named after the famous Chinese jade), this tea strainer boasts a smooth, creamy-white surface with a slight translucency – a characteristic of this fine porcelain. The material adds a touch of elegance and enhances the tea experience. Its design is functional and beautiful, reflecting the balance of form and utility that is central to tea culture.
- Material: Mutton Fat Jade Porcelain (羊脂玉瓷)
- Origin: Dehua, Fujian, China
NOTE: Teaware easily absorbs taste and aromas and should never be washed using detergents.
Customer Reviews
I'm so glad I added this strainer to my tea table, as it completes the set beautifully. The very fine holes in the porcelain do a good job of keeping the tea clear, and the strainer is easy to clean.
Note that there is no 'bottom' to the base, so if there's no room for it on your tea tray, you may want to set it on a luffa coaster or tea towel to catch stray drips.
