{"product_id":"gaiwan-yixing-lotus-clay-covered-cup-tea-bowl-180ml","title":"Gaiwan Yixing Lotus Clay Covered Cup Tea Bowl 180ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGaiwan — Yixing Lotus Clay Covered Cup Tea Bowl, 180ml\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gaiwan has been central to Chinese tea culture since around 1350 — saucer, bowl, and lid working in perfect harmony. This version is handcrafted from \u003cstrong\u003eYixing original ore clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, fired at 1180°C to form a double-pore structure that locks in water temperature and preserves tea fragrance. The lotus petal design on the lid makes it effortless to hold and pour, while the lid stays securely in place during decanting. Available in Purple Clay and Red Clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew with a Gaiwan\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace loose leaf tea in the bottom of the gaiwan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour boiling water to just under halfway — immediately drain as a rinse, using the lid as a strainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInhale the awakened aroma from the wet leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour fresh boiling water down the inside wall (not directly onto leaves) — sets leaves swirling at the bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrink directly from the gaiwan, or decant into a fair cup or individual tasting cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-pore structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1180°C firing creates natural porosity — retains heat and concentrates tea fragrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLotus petal lid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to grip, comfortable to hold — lid stays in place when pouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReserved water outlet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isolates tea leaves during pour — cleaner, residue-free cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiving patina:\u003c\/strong\u003e The more it is used, the more lustrous the body becomes and the richer the tea flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with any tea type — brew and drink from the same vessel, or use as a teapot with separate cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yixing original ore clay (Purple Clay or Red Clay)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180 ml (6.08 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 cm (4.33\") | \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 cm (2.75\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 × Yixing Lotus Gaiwan (saucer, bowl \u0026amp; lid)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kiriko House","offers":[{"title":"Purple Clay","offer_id":47882833592541,"sku":"XZ22190","price":54.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red Clay","offer_id":47882833625309,"sku":"XZ22190","price":54.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/2409\/2381\/files\/XZ22190_01.jpg?v=1777992869","url":"https:\/\/cupshome.com\/products\/gaiwan-yixing-lotus-clay-covered-cup-tea-bowl-180ml","provider":"Edo Kiriko House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}