Discover the art of gaiwan & Gong Fu Cha
Gaiwan & Gong Fu Cha are an important part of traditional Chinese tea culture - a refined way of brewing tea that places attention, precision and flavour at the centre. A gaiwan, a bowl with a lid and saucer, is used to prepare tea with a relatively large amount of tea leaves and short, successive infusions. Gong Fu Cha refers to a traditional Chinese way of brewing tea in which attention, precision and multiple short infusions are central.
Why choose a gaiwan?
- Different materials: Our collection includes gaiwans made from porcelain, glass and stoneware, among other materials, each with its own appearance and properties during brewing.
- Ideal for multiple infusions: A gaiwan is particularly suitable for teas that can be steeped several times. Its spacious shape gives the tea leaves enough room to unfurl during brewing.
- Experience tea mindfully: By lifting the lid during brewing, you can enjoy the aroma of the tea and follow the development of the tea leaves, colour and aromas from one infusion to the next.
Looking for loose-leaf tea for your gaiwan? Discover our Oolong tea, Pu-erh tea and White tea - teas that are particularly well suited to multiple infusions.
