Good fit if
You want one neutral vessel for several tea styles and more control over leaf opening and steep timing.
Arctic is a Jian Zhan/Tenmoku ceramic tea cup for daily gongfu tea sessions and quiet tasting moments. Its shape is made for easy handling, clear presentation, and pairing with a teapot, gaiwan, or small tea tray.
Use it with oolong, green tea, black tea, white tea, or Pu-erh when you want a cup that keeps the focus on aroma, color, and the feel of the tea in hand.
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Before you buy
A gaiwan is one of the most direct Gongfu brewing vessels. It works best if you want clear leaf control, open aroma, and a very readable brew.
You want one neutral vessel for several tea styles and more control over leaf opening and steep timing.
Capacity, wall thickness, bowl shape, lid grip, and whether porcelain, glass, or clay suits your tea habits.
Start with smaller leaf amounts, hold the lid slightly open, and pour into a fairness pitcher or cups with a steady hand.
Rinse after each session. Porcelain and glazed gaiwans are usually the easiest to keep neutral and clean.
What is this? Arctic — tea cup.
Best for: Gongfu tea, handmade teaware collecting, and appreciating Tenmoku-style glaze effects.
Craft: 100%Handmade
Origin: Jianyang, China
Capacity: 150ml
Dimensions: 9.0cm diameter x 4.0cm deep
Care:Food safe; Dishwasher: Suitable; Microwave: Not Suitable; Direct heat: Not Suitable; heat resistant to 150°C
Price: From $61.19 · In Stock
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Returns: Review the current return policy before purchase and contact us before sending items back.
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Type: Tea Tray
Type: Tea Tray