Chinese Teasets: Everything You Need for the Perfect Brew
The beauty of Gongfu Cha lies in the harmony between the tools and the tea. Our Chinese Teasets are thoughtfully curated to provide a complete, balanced brewing experience right out of the box. Whether you are setting up your first tea corner or looking for a portable set for travel, Jiangnan Sourcing offers professional-grade sets that combine a teapot (or Gaiwan), fair cups, and tasting cups into one cohesive aesthetic.
Why Choose a Pre-Curated Teaset?
Selecting individual pieces can be a daunting task for those new to tea. Our sets ensure:
- Visual Harmony: Every piece—from the brewing vessel to the smallest tasting cup—features matching glaze, material, and design.
- Functional Balance: The volume of the teapot is perfectly calibrated to fill the fair cup (Gong Dao Bei) and the tasting cups, preventing overflows or half-filled cups.
- Material Expertise: Our sets are available in Yixing Zisha for heavy fermented teas, Jingdezhen Porcelain for delicate aromatics, and Travel-Ready Ceramic for those on the go.
Our Set Varieties
- Full Gongfu Sets: Typically includes a tea tray, teapot/gaiwan, fair cup, utensils, and cups—perfect for home ceremonies.
- Travel Sets: Compact, stackable, and shock-proof designs that allow you to enjoy high-quality tea in hotels, outdoors, or at the office.
- Ceremony Essentials: A streamlined set focusing on the core trio: a Gaiwan, a Fair Cup, and matching Tasting Cups.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is included in a standard Chinese Teaset?
A basic set usually includes a brewing vessel (Teapot or Gaiwan), a Fair Cup (Gong Dao Bei), and several tasting cups. Premium sets may also include a tea tray, a tea canister, and a set of tea utensils (The Six Gentlemen).
2. Is a Gaiwan set or a Teapot set better for beginners?
If you want to explore a wide variety of teas (Green, White, Oolong), a Gaiwan set is more versatile as it doesn't absorb flavors. If you primarily drink Puerh or Black tea, a Yixing Teapot set will help develop the flavor over time through seasoning.
3. How do I care for my teaset?
For porcelain and glass, hand-washing with warm water is best. For unglazed Zisha (clay) sets, never use soap; simply rinse with boiling water. Always allow the set to air-dry completely before packing it away, especially if it is a travel set.
4. Are these sets suitable for gifting?
Yes! Most of our teasets come in specialized, padded gift boxes, making them an excellent choice for weddings, housewarmings, or for any tea enthusiast.
5. Why are the cups in Chinese teasets so small?
In Gongfu brewing, the focus is on "many infusions" rather than one large mug. Small cups allow the tea to cool to the perfect drinking temperature quickly and encourage you to appreciate the changing aroma and flavor of each steep.
