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Ceramic Chinese Travel Drinkware with Tea Pot

Ceramic Chinese Travel Drinkware with Tea Pot

$26.15 USD
$26.15 USD
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IThis exquisite ceramics teapot set is ideal for brewing Puer tea, Green tea, Oolong tea, herbal tea, black tea, fruit & flower tea and coffee. Crafted from high quality ceramic materials, it is sure to last through your daily use and travels. Best of all, its compact size makes it easy to carry just about anywhere you go.

Not only will it fit comfortably into your bag or suitcase on a long trip but it’s also great to bring along on shorter trips too – like a picnic in the park. No matter how far you roam or what type of tea you brew, Ceramic Chinese Travel Drinkware with Tea Pot has got you covered!

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Chinese Tea Pot Set

Types of Chinese Tea Pot

  1. Yixing Teapot: These teapots are made from clay found in the Yixing region of China and are known for their porous nature, which allows the tea to be infused with the flavor of the clay over time. They come in many different shapes and sizes and are often highly decorated.
  2. Gaiwan: This is a small, lidded bowl used for brewing tea, typically made from porcelain or glass. Gaiwans are known for their simplicity and ease of use, as well as their ability to showcase the color and clarity of the tea being brewed.
  3. Jingdezhen Teapot: These teapots are made from the famous porcelain of Jingdezhen and are known for their delicate beauty and intricate designs. They are often used for brewing green and white teas.
  4. Chaozhou Teapot: These teapots are made from clay found in the Chaozhou region of China and are known for their ability to retain heat, making them ideal for brewing oolong and pu-erh teas.
  5. Ru Kiln Teapot: These teapots are made using a special technique that creates a unique crackled glaze. They are known for their beauty and their ability to enhance the flavor of the tea being brewed.

What's the Traditional Craftsmanship of Chinese Tea Pot?

Chinese tea pot making is a traditional craftsmanship that dates back centuries. It is a highly respected art form in China, with skilled artisans dedicating their lives to perfecting the craft.

The traditional craftsmanship of Chinese tea pots involves a variety of techniques, including clay preparation, shaping, carving, glazing, and firing. One of the most important aspects of tea pot making is selecting the right type of clay, which is often sourced from specific regions in China known for their unique properties.

Once the clay has been prepared, the artisan will shape it by hand using a potter's wheel or mold. This requires great skill and attention to detail, as even the slightest variation in shape can have a significant impact on the tea's flavor.

After the tea pot has been shaped, it is often decorated with intricate carvings or engravings, which can include traditional Chinese motifs or symbols. The tea pot is then fired in a kiln, which can take several hours to complete.

One of the unique aspects of Chinese tea pot making is that many artisans believe that the tea pot should "age" over time, with the porous clay absorbing the flavors of the tea brewed in it. As such, some tea pot makers will deliberately leave the pot unglazed, allowing the tea to penetrate the clay and infuse it with flavor.