When holding this beautiful gaiwan in pebbled crystal, your sense of touch is heightened and becomes part of the tea ritual.  Gaiwan, which means "lidded bowl," combines the function of a teapot and teacup, and is used to prepare tea in many regions of China and Taiwan.  

Includes one sample of an artisan Chinese tea that can be steeped multiple times.  If you have any questions about using a gaiwan, call any of our expert staff at 1-888-VIP-TEAS (847-8327)  for assistance.

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• • A gaiwan is a teapot with which to prepare tea and can also be used as a cup.  
• • The Gaiwan or a small teapot is part of the gongfu tea ceremony or kung fu tea ceremony (Chinese: 工夫茶 or 功夫茶), which is a method of making Chinese tea involving the ritualized preparation and presentation of tea.  The term literally means "making tea with skill."