TAIWANESE GAIWAN 100ML

Gaiwan made in Taiwan of 100ml. It is very well designed with excellent finishes. The porcelain is fine and homogeneous, the shapes well balanced. The base is very stable and does not wobble. The lid fits very well for perfect pouring.

A gaiwan is a type of vessel used primarily in the preparation of tea in China. It consists of three main parts: a cup, a lid and a saucer. The gaiwan is a versatile tool that allows you to prepare, brew and enjoy tea in the traditional way. Here's how it's typically used:

1. The cup: The body of the gaiwan is a cup without a handle, often made of porcelain, ceramic or glass. The cup is designed to be easily held in the hand.

2. The lid: The lid of the gaiwan is a small part that fits the cup perfectly. It is used to cover tea while brewing and to hold tea leaves when sipping.

3. The saucer: The saucer serves as a base for placing the gaiwan and for collecting any drops of tea that may escape during tasting.

Gaiwan is mainly used for types of Chinese tea such as green tea, oolong tea, white tea and pu-erh tea. Here is how it is used to prepare and enjoy tea:

1. Put the tea leaves into the gaiwan.

2. Pour hot water into the gaiwan to brew the tea.

3. Use the lid to cover the gaiwan while brewing. Let the tea steep for the appropriate amount of time depending on the type of tea.

4. Remove the lid and use it to hold the tea leaves inside the gaiwan while you drink.

5. Tilt the gaiwan to drink the tea, using the lid to hold the leaves.

6. You can re-steep the tea leaves several times, adding hot water to each infusion.

The gaiwan is valued for its simplicity and efficiency in preparing tea, as well as the way it allows one to appreciate the shape and color of the tea leaves before and after brewing. It is often used in Chinese tea tasting ceremonies and is a versatile tool for tea lovers around the world.