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The Gong Fu Style of Drinking Fine Tea
 
In Taiwan, in China, and increasingly in the West, tea aficionados are drinking their favorite oolong and green teas Gong Fu style. Successive brews of loose tea are poured into small ceramic cups to be shared and appreciated, steep by steep, by a gathering of friends. This ceremonial drinking style is meant to focus one's attention and relax the mind and spirit in a convivial, shared experience. Paying close attention to the evolving taste and aroma of the tea, slowing to observe the dance of its leaves against beautiful ceramic cups enhances one's appreciation of both the tea and the moment. There is nothing like Gong Fu to create a warm, intimate atmosphere among friends. Read more here...

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Gaiwan set
Floral Gaiwan Tea Set
Price $70.00
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This finely crafted porcelain tea set is beautifully hand-painted with embossed glazing. The sharing pitcher and gaiwan holds up to 6 oz. of liquid. This set comes with six tasting cups, each holding approximately 1 oz. of liquid.
Folk Pattern Gaiwan
Folk Pattern Gaiwan
Price $42.00
Sale Price: $35.00
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The classic lidded cup that is one of the preferred ways to brew and drink tea in Asia. It consists of three pieces: the base, the cup, and the lid. The lid is used to sieve the leaves away from the pouring or drinking edge. This larger gaiwan holds approximately 6 oz. of liquid.
Glass Gaiwan for Gungfu Cha
Glass Gaiwan
Price $22.00

Perfect for gungfu cha style tea prepared with multiple infusions of the same leaf, this glass gaiwan is especially suitable for white or green teas. Measures 3.5" X 3.5", and holds approx. 5 fl. oz.
Glass Teapot for Gungfu Cha
Glass Teapot for Gungfu Cha
Price $32.00
Sale Price: $18.00
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This glass teapot measures 3.5" X 3.5", and holds approx. 6 fl. oz.  Perfect for gungfu cha style tea prepared with multiple infusions of the same leaf.
Gong Fu Tea Tools
Gong Fu Tea Tools
Price $24.00
Sale Price: $21.00
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This beautiful, black wooden set of tea tools is essential for Gong Fu style tea preparation. Each set contains: a holder (to keep tools together) a scoop (for scooping loose tea) a poker/pick (to clean out the spout) a scraper (to aid in loosening tea cakes or scraping tea from inside of teapots) a funnel (to aid in getting loose tea into the yixing pot without spilling), and a set of tongs (for picking up hot tasting cups during the rinsing process).
Green Gaiwan Set
Green Gaiwan Set, 4 oz. size
Price $25.00
Sale Price: $20.00
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The classic lidded cup that is one of the preferred ways to brew and drink tea in Asia. It consists of six pieces: the base, the cup, the lid and three small drinking cups. The lid is used to sieve the leaves away from the pouring or drinking edge. This gaiwan holds approx 4 fl. oz, and comes with three 1 oz tasting cups.
Porcelain Bamboo Gaiwan
Porcelain Bamboo Gaiwan
Price $125.00
Sale Price: $100.00
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This porcelain is produced by Hsiao-Fang Pottery  in Taiwan.  The company mission is to re-create the ceramic ware of the imperial kilns of Chinese history, as well as innovating by combining the exquisite art of ancient China with modern techniques and ideas. Hsiao-Fang Pottery has reproduced fine ceramic ware of various historical periods for the National Palace Museum in Taipei as well as for pieces held by major museums overseas.
Porcelain Sharing Pitcher
Porcelain Sharing Pitcher

These sharing pitchers are best used with yixing pots and gaiwans. It is a holding vessel to decant the brewed tea, that eventually gets poured into tasting cups. Using the pitcher ensures that each cup tastes exactly the same (if poured directly from a yixing pot or gaiwan, each cup may have a slightly different flavor - due to variances in steeping time). Both pitchers are 3 inches tall and holds 6 oz. of tea. It also pairs well with our ceramic tea strainer, which fits inside the pitcher. Choose between handled, and handle-less.
Porcelain Tea Leaf Holder
Porcelain Tea Leaf Holder
Price $15.00

A beautiful addition to your gong fu tea ware collection, this tea leaf holder allows you to display to your guests the quality of the tea leaf before steeping.
Pu-erh Lover's Gift Set
Pu-erh Lover's Gift Set
Our Price: $56.00

For the pu-erh lover, this is a lovely gift of Pu-erh Tuocha with traditional Chinese teaware. Individually wrapped nuggets are stored inside an elegant clay jar - perfect for future pu-erh storage - which comes in an exotic, fabric wrapped box from China. A porcelain gaiwan and three tasting cups are included, along with our Tea Guide booklet. Gaiwan holds approx. 3 fl. oz, and the jar contains 3.5 oz of Pu-erh (approx 21 nuggets).
Set of Two Double Walled Glass Tasting Cups - 1 oz
Set of Two Double Walled Glass Tasting Cups - 1 oz
Price $8.00

These elegant glass tasting cups measure approx 2"H X 2.5" dia. Pour tea from a gaiwan or sharing pitcher into these tasting cups and enjoy multiple infusions in small quantities. The double walled glass also helps retain hot temperatures.
Tea Scoops
Tea Scoops - Various styles

An essential tool for any tea lover, these bamboo and wooden tea scoops are great for handling delicate tea leaves. It is best to use a scoop for your higher grade teas, as oils from the hands could potential alter the taste of the tea. Comes in three styles: carved wooden leaf, bamboo stalk and Luohan bamboo root.
Tea Towel
Tea Towel
Our Price: $4.50

Tea towels, made of soft terry cloth, are handy item for brewing and serving tea. Use them to wipe up little spills and keep your teapots and sharing cups clean and dry.  11" X 11", choose from red with dark red back, or dark grey.
Wooden Coaster for Gungfu Cha
Wooden Coaster
Price $6.00
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Place these wooden coasters under tasting cups for an elegant presentation of your tea. They are also handy for spoons and other wet tools on your table.  Each coaster measures 0.5"H X 4.75"L  X 2.75"W. (Tasting cup and yixing pot sold separately.)
Yellow Porcelain Gaiwan Set
Our Price: $40.00

This traditional Chinese teaware set includes a gaiwan (lidded cup), a sharing pitcher (for decanting the tea from the gaiwan), and three tasting cups. Gaiwan holds approx. 5 fl oz. A lovely starter set for Chinese tea ceremony, otherwise known as 'gong fu cha'.
Yellow Porcelain Tea Set
Our Price: $45.00
Sale Price: $36.00
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This set inlcudes a teapot, sharing pitcher and six tasting cups.  Heat the pot first by filling it with hot water.  Then empty the water, add leaves, steep and pour tea into the sharing pitcher. Use the sharing pitcher to pour tea into the tasting cups.
Yixing Teapot with Attached Lid
Yixing Teapot with Attached Lid - 2-2.5 oz
Our Price: $35.00

The first and best vessels for brewing and serving tea, Yixing teapots were introduced in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Renowned for the quality of their brewing, these pots are also little works of art. Measures 3"H X 3"W.
Yixing Teapot
Yixing Teapot with Attached Lid and Pear Shaped Body - 3.75 oz
Our Price: $35.00
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The first and best vessels for brewing and serving tea, Yixing teapots were introduced in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Renowned for the quality of their brewing, these pots are also little works of art. Measures 3"H X 3"W.
Yixing Teapot
Yixing Teapot with Bamboo Motif
Our Price: $50.00
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The first and best vessels for brewing and serving tea, Yixing teapots were introduced in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Renowned for the quality of their brewing, these pots are also little works of art. Measures 3.25" X 3".
Yixing Teapot with Black Body and Attached Lid
Yixing Teapot with Black Body and Attached Lid - 5 oz
Our Price: $20.00

The first and best vessels for brewing and serving tea, Yixing teapots were introduced in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Renowned for the quality of their brewing, these pots are also little works of art. Measures 3"H X 4"W, and holds 5 fl. oz.
Yixing Teapot with Brown Speckled Clay Body
Yixing Teapot with Brown Speckled Clay Body - 5 oz
Our Price: $50.00

The first and best vessels for brewing and serving tea, Yixing teapots were introduced in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Renowned for the quality of their brewing, these pots are also little works of art. Measures 2.5"H X 3.5"W, and holds 5 fl. oz.
Yixing Teapot with Flat Top and Flat Bottom
Yixing Teapot with Flat Top and Flat Bottom - 2-3 oz
Our Price: $35.00
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The first and best vessels for brewing and serving tea, Yixing teapots were introduced in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Renowned for the quality of their brewing, these pots are also little works of art. Measures 3" W X 2.5" H, and holds 2-3 oz of tea.
Yixing Teapot
Yixing Teapot with Red Body and Attached Lid - 4 oz
Our Price: $50.00
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The first and best vessels for brewing and serving tea, Yixing teapots were introduced in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Renowned for the quality of their brewing, these pots are also little works of art. Measures 3"H X 4"W. Holds 4-4.5 ounces of tea.
Yixing Teapot
Yixing Teapot With Red Body and Navel Spout - 3 oz
Our Price: $35.00

The first and best vessels for brewing and serving tea, Yixing teapots were introduced in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Renowned for the quality of their brewing, these pots are also little works of art. Measures 2.5"H X 3.25"W, holds 3-3.5 ounces of tea.
Yixing Teapot
Yixing Teapot With Red Body and Navel Spout - 4 oz
Our Price: $50.00

The first and best vessels for brewing and serving tea, Yixing teapots were introduced in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Renowned for the quality of their brewing, these pots are also little works of art. Measures 3.5"H X 3"W. Holds 4-5 ounces of tea.
Yixing Teapot
Yixing Teapot With Red Body and Turned-Up Spout - 3-3.5 oz
Our Price: $35.00

The first and best vessels for brewing and serving tea, Yixing teapots were introduced in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Renowned for the quality of their brewing, these pots are also little works of art. Measures 2.5"H X 3"W, holds 3-3.5 ounces of tea.
Yixing Teapot
Yixing Teapot with Ribbed Body - 2 oz
Our Price: $50.00
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The first and best vessels for brewing and serving tea, Yixing teapots were introduced in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Renowned for the quality of their brewing, these pots are also little works of art. Measures 2.75" X 2.5".  This yixing pot holds 2-3 ounces of liquid.
Yixing Teapot
Yixing Teapot, Frog Lid - 6 oz
Our Price: $75.00
Sale Price: $60.00
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The first and best vessels for brewing and serving tea, Yixing teapots were introduced in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Renowned for the quality of their brewing, these pots are also little works of art. This Yixing teapot is a fine piece of art with a thorn-like handle and a frog sitting on top of the lid. It holds approximately 6 oz. liquid, almost double the amount of a traditional Yixing teapot. With use, these teapots develop a rich patina that can only be achieved by use. As the teapot ages, the taste, color and aroma of fine teas, is further enhanced. Measures  4.5” L X 5” W X 3.5” H.
   
 
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