The Ice Crack Longquan Celadon Gaiwan follows the traditional Gaiwan design (Mandarin for covered cup, "zhong" or “cha chung" in Cantonese), which has been used in China since about 1350. It consists of a saucer, bowl, and lid, designed to be used together. To brew tea with the Ice Crack Longquan Celadon Gaiwan, first place the tea in the bottom of the Gaiwan. Pour in enough boiling water to come just under halfway up the cup, then immediately drain off the water by holding the cup and saucer together and using the lid as a strainer to hold back the leaves. After the leaves are rinsed, uncover them and inhale the aroma from the "rinsed" leaves. Next, pour fresh boiling water into the Gaiwan, not directly onto the leaves but down the inside of the cup to set the leaves swirling at the bottom. You can then drink the tea directly from the Gaiwan or pour it into a fair cup to cool it.

The Ice Crack Longquan Celadon Gaiwan is a wonderful brewing method for any kind of tea, as long as you take care with water temperature and brewing time. The tea can be brewed and drunk from the same vessel, or alternatively, the Gaiwan can be used as a teapot, with the tea decanted into a small pitcher or individual tasting cups.

Features:

• Traditional Gaiwan design with saucer, bowl, and lid for easy brewing

• Ideal for all types of tea with proper water temperature and brewing time

• Can be used for brewing and drinking from the same vessel or as a teapot for decanting

Materials & Contents:

• Made of Porcelain

Size & Capacity:

• Capacity: 160 ml (5.5 oz)

• Width: 9.8 cm (3.8")

• Height: 8.2 cm (3.3")