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Jade-White Porcelain Gaiwan Set

Jade-White Porcelain Gaiwan Set

The tea set I reach for almost every day.

Made in Dehua, Fujian, this high-fired porcelain gaiwan set has a soft Lard White finish — warm, creamy, and gentler than stark white porcelain.

The 130 ml gaiwan is easy to hold and pour, with a balanced thickness that feels refined but practical for daily brewing. The matching 45 ml cups are sized for slow, focused sips.

Choose the gaiwan on its own, a pair of tasting cups, or the full set with one gaiwan and two cups.

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Material: High-fired Dehua porcelain
Glaze: Lard-white / jade-white porcelain glaze
Firing Temperature: Approx. 1300°C
Origin: Dehua, Quanzhou, Fujian, China
Capacity: 130 ml gaiwan / 45 ml tasting cups
Weight: Gaiwan approx. 125 g; tasting cup approx. 40g each
Care: Dishwasher safe; hand wash to prevent chipping

Why Brew with a Gaiwan?

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A gaiwan is one of the most versatile ways to brew loose leaf tea. It works beautifully across tea types — green, white, oolong, black, yellow, and pu-erh.

Because each infusion is short, you can taste how a tea changes from steep to steep: the aroma opening, the body becoming fuller, and the finish turning softer or sweeter over time.

This is the brewing method I reach for most when evaluating a tea. It helps me understand the leaf clearly — aroma, texture, balance, and how the tea develops through multiple infusions.

It is also what I use when I want a quiet moment of tea meditation: simple leaves, hot water, a small vessel, and a few focused pours.

Why Lard-White Dehua Porcelain?

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Dehua, Fujian has long been known for its white porcelain, but not all white porcelain feels the same in daily use.

This set uses a Lard White finish — a warm, creamy white inspired by the traditional Chinese description “zhuyoubai.” The name refers to a soft, luminous white rather than a cold or stark white.

Fired at approximately 1300°C, the porcelain is dense, smooth, and less porous than lower-fired ceramics. Tea stains are less likely to sink into the surface, making the set easier to rinse clean even after tea has been left for a while.

The color is quiet enough to let the tea take focus, while still making it easy to appreciate the shade of the liquor in the cup.

FAQ

Is this gaiwan good for beginners?

Yes. The 130 ml size is practical for everyday brewing and easier to control than a very small gaiwan. It works well for green tea, white tea, oolong, black tea, yellow tea, and pu-erh.

Will the gaiwan feel too hot to hold?

Not if it is used with a proper water level. When the water stays below the lid line, the rim and lid knob remain comfortable to handle during normal brewing.

The porcelain has a balanced thickness: not so thin that heat transfers sharply to your fingers, and not so thick or heavy that pouring feels clumsy. This also helps the gaiwan pour cleanly, with a rim that feels controlled rather than bulky.

Can it go in the dishwasher?

Yes. The set is made from high-fired porcelain without gold trim or delicate painted decoration, so it is dishwasher safe. Hand washing is still recommended to avoid bumps, chipping, or damage from other dishes.

What does the full set include?

The full set includes one 130 ml gaiwan and two 45 ml tasting cups.