Cha He (茶荷), also known as the "tea lotus" or "tea holder," is a vessel that helps us become acquainted with tea before brewing it. With the help of Cha He, we engage in a visual and olfactory exploration of tea that allows us to understand and appreciate its characteristics.
As we gaze upon the tea nestled within Cha He, we take in its appearance, noting its color, shape, texture. This visual examination provides valuable insights into the tea's quality and craftsmanship. Inhaling deeply, we draw in the tea's fragrance.
The next step is to transfer it from the Cha He to a brewing vessel. Through the narrow "mouth, " we delicately move the tea from the Cha He to the teapot or gaiwan, ensuring a seamless transition.
The choice of Cha He is important, as it should complement and enhance the tea itself. Placing tea on a white porcelain surface of the Cha He creates a clean backdrop, drawing attention to the tea and making the tea the focal point of the ceremony. The neutral nature of the porcelain material ensures that it does not interfere with the fragrance of the tea, allowing it to shine through.
Size: 4 x 1.4 in / 10 x 3.5 cm
Material: Porcelain
NOTE: Avoid using detergents when cleaning.
Customer Reviews
Good way to view and experience the dry aroma
Received the beautiful Cha He today and immediately put it to use. It works just as well as the one Chris sent with my first batch of tea. I would have continued using Chris’ but I was worried about durability. This porcelain Cha He will be an heirloom.
This was my first Cha He and it's quickly become an important part of every tea ceremony for me. The shape is both pleasing to the eye and functional, as it makes for easy transfer into a Gaiwan or teapot. A great little tool to keep tea in while warming up your Gongfu Cha set :)
It's a nice and elegant chahe. White porcelain complements the color of tea leaves, and the size of the opening is just right to transfer the tea into a teapot.