Gongfu Teaware
Gong Fu Cha describes the traditional Chinese method of making tea and loosely translates to “tea brewed with great skill.” An exquisite way to share and savor tea, a gongfu tea ceremony transforms the preparation and presentation of tea into an art form.... Find all the brewing essentials and accessories you need for a traditional gongfu tea ceremony, including gaiwans, tea cups, and artisan teapots.
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Artisan Pu'er Knife with Carved Wood Handle
A pu’er tea knife (or tea pick) is an indispensable tool for carefully breaking apart pu’er tea cakes, tea bricks, or other compressed teas.
This artisan tea knife features ornately carved wood, and the twist-off cover safely hides a pattern-welded stainless steel blade. The blade is strong and perfectly honed for prying apart even the most tightly compressed tea cakes.
Artisan Gong Fu Tea Spoon
An elegant addition to the process of preparing tea, this artisan tea spoon allows you to gently transfer your desired amount of tea to the brewing vessel without handling the tea leaves directly.
Details:
Features a metal scoop with a faux woven texture and wooden handle.
Suitable to use with whole leaf or fine teas.
Carved Bamboo Gongfu Serving Tray
Lightweight and practical, this style of tea tray, or Cha Pan, is an essential item for a traditional Chinese Gongfu tea ceremony. The tray provides a platform for the tea service and serves as a reservoir for excess water from the brewing process.
The Chinese character "Cha”, meaning tea, is carved into the upper bamboo layer of the tray. Portable, compact, and easy to clean, this is an excellent gift for someone who enjoys Gongfu tea.
Dimensions: 12.75" x 7.5" x 1.75" H
Chinese Crackle Glaze Teacups
Add a touch of beauty to your tea ceremonies with these exquisite Chinese teacups.
Each cup has been traditionally screen-printed with a vintage Chinese botanical illustration and features a delicate crackle glaze finish. With their intricate designs and timeless shape, these antique cups are as much collectible works of art as they are functional pieces.
The size and shape of these cups make them ideal for cradling in your hands to savor the warmth and aroma of your tea.
Patterns Available: Peach, Lychee, Loquat Branch, Grapes
Capacity: 4 oz
Chinese Flared Gongfu Tea Cups
Bring a touch of sophistication to your tea drinking experience with these exquisite Chinese gongfu teacups.
Decorated with an intricate design inspired by nature's beauty, each teacup boasts blooming blue, pink, and red lotus flowers gracefully intertwined with delicate, curly leaves.
Capacity: 4 oz
Blue & White Gaiwan with Pouring Spout
This porcelain gaiwan has a pattern of blue flying bats and stylized circular Chinese characters. Both are very auspicious symbols in Chinese art. This “easy” gaiwan features handles, a tapered spout, and a uniquely spiraling knob on top.
Artisan Yunnan Teacup
This traditional Yunnan clay tea cup is the perfect vessel to bring forth the taste and aroma of your favorite teas. Handcrafted by indigenous artisans in Yunnan, China, the clay for this teacup is extracted from the local, mineral-rich soil. The cup is characterized by bold, flowing brushstrokes and the hand-painted floral design on the interior stands out against the cup’s muted, beige glaze.
The Yunnan Province is the southwesternmost region of China and is known for producing exquisite Pu’er teas. Arogya’s Liji Pu’er collection is crafted by tea masters in this region who blend contemporary and ancient traditions to create unique artisan teas. Learn more about Artisan Liji Pu’er on our blog.
Capacity: 4 oz
White Textured Glaze Teacup
Delicate and beautifully textured Hime Kobiki style porcelain tea cup with dreamy white glaze and brown rim. A wonderful addition to any tea ceremony.
Unglazed Clay Yixing Teapot
Made of unglazed clay, these yixing teapots have a traditional profile and unique tea brewing qualities. The porous, unglazed interior of yixing teapots absorbs the flavor and oils of tea over time, enhancing the taste of each subsequent brew.
Yixing teapots are best used when dedicated to one type of tea and are ideal for brewing pu’er and oolong teas. After hundreds of brews of your favorite tea, this little clay teapot will deliver a truly special infusion, offering more complex and intense flavors. Each teapot features a built-in clay mesh filter.
Yixing clay teapots were the first vessel designed specifically for brewing tea. While teaware trends come and go, the classic Yixing style teapots have been used for centuries in Chinese culture and are now admired by tea enthusiasts worldwide. Read more about Yixing Teapots on our blog.
Capacity:
Purple & Red: 10 oz
Dark Brown: 6 oz
Care Instructions:
Hand wash only
Rinse and clean the teapot with hot water only (no soap)
Do not use an abrasive scrubber
Invert the pot and lid to air dry thoroughly before reassembling
Glass Kyusu Tea Set with Removable Infuser
Add refined style and a zen ambience to tea servings with this modern Kyusu teapot and teacup set. With a glass lid and infuser basket, this teapot allows you to closely observe the unfurling tea leaves and color of your infusions from every angle. The extra-fine slits in the removable glass infuser make it suitable for brewing a variety of loose leaf teas.
A modern interpretation of the traditional side-handled Japanese Yokode Kyusu, this style of teapot was originally designed for brewing loose leaf green teas. In Japanese, Kyusu means "teapot" and Yokode means "on the side.”
Made of borosilicate glass. Five-piece tea set.
Teapot capacity: 12 oz
Cup capacity: 4 oz
How to hold and pour a Yokode Kyusu: The teapot is specifically designed for one-handed pouring. While holding the wood handle, place your thumb on the raised button on the lid to hold the lid in place, and then gently twist your wrist to pour your tea.
Antique Japanese Tea Warmer
This large raw iron antique teapot warmer was handmade in Southern Japan. Bring a touch of timeless Japanese artistry to your tea ritual.
It is a perfect match for the Raw-Iron Antique Teapot (which can be purchased separately here).
Antique Japanese Dragon Teapot
This large handmade antique teapot made of raw iron from Southern Japan features a majestic dragon motif. Bring a touch of timeless Japanese artistry to your tea ritual.
The custom raw-iron tea warmer is not included (you can purchase it separately here).
Gong Fu Cha describes the traditional Chinese method of making tea and loosely translates to “tea brewed with great skill.” An exquisite way to share and savor tea, a gongfu tea ceremony transforms the preparation and presentation of tea into an art form. Find all the brewing essentials and accessories you need for a traditional gongfu tea ceremony, including gaiwans, tea cups, and artisan teapots.
Hammered Stainless Steel Tea Scoop
A delightful addition to the process of preparing tea, this hammered metal tea scoop allows you to gently transfer your desired amount of tea to the brewing vessel without handling the tea leaves directly.
Made of stainless steel.
See also our Perfect Cup of Tea Teaspoon.