In Gong Fu Cha, Cha Dao (茶道 – 'The Way of Tea') refers both to the philosophy of mindful tea preparation and, in practice, to the set of essential tea utensils used in preparation. This Tool Set, also known as "Six Gentlemen of Tea Ceremony" (茶道六君子 – Cha Dao Liu Jun Zi), is part of a larger set and is adorned with an elegant white crane motif that signifies peace and longevity in Chinese culture.
The set comprises a range of essential utensils, each serving a specific role in the tea-making process:
A ceramic tea utensil holder provides a neat, organized space for storing and displaying essential tools.
There is a tea scoop, used to delicately handle the tea leaves. Its importance lies in preventing fingers from affecting the tea's taste, ensuring a pure, unadulterated flavor profile in each brew.
A tea stick is included with the set to facilitate the smooth transfer of tea leaves into the brewing vessel.
With the help of a funnel, transferring tea leaves into the teapot is spill-free and effortless, preserving the integrity of the leaves and reducing waste.
The inclusion of tweezers or tongs proves indispensable, particularly when handling hot drinking cups. They protect the hands from the heat of the cups.
Finally, a tea needle is used to remove stubborn leaves that might become trapped in the spout of the brewing or teapot, ensuring a clean, unobstructed flow of brewed tea.
The set includes the following tools:
- A ceramic tea utensil holder (Cha Dao Tong – 茶道筒)
- Tea scoop (Cha Shao – 茶勺)
- Tea stick (Cha Chi – 茶匙)
- Funnel (Cha Lou – 茶漏 or 茶漏斗)
- Tongs (Cha Jia – 茶夹)
- Needle (Cha Zhen – 茶针)
Material: Ceramic, Bamboo Wood.
NOTE: Each piece's glaze is unique. The actual colors and patterns may significantly differ from the ones in the photos.
NOTE: Teaware easily absorbs taste and aromas and should never be washed using detergents.
