{"product_id":"lotus-gaiwan-teapot-coarse-pottery","title":"Gaiwan Teapot Lotus Coarse Pottery Handcrafted 200ml Tea Cup","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLotus Gaiwan — Handcrafted Coarse Pottery for Gongfu Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSteeped in centuries of Chinese tea culture, this coarse pottery gaiwan brings together artisan craftsmanship and everyday function. Fired at 1300°C in a reduction kiln, the clay develops a naturally falling-ash surface texture — no two pieces are identical. The gilded iron glaze adds a warm, antique depth that deepens with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDesign Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLotus relief lid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved lotus motif combines aesthetic beauty with a secure, comfortable grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDownward-angled spout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for smooth, drip-free water flow during pouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in filter hole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separates tea leaves from liquor for a cleaner, more flavorful cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolished flat base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects tabletops and tea trays from scratching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLotus leaf base detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds a refined finishing touch to the overall silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew with a Gaiwan\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd your tea leaves to the bowl. Pour boiling water just below halfway and immediately drain (rinse) — this opens the leaves and releases aroma. Inhale the rinsed leaves, then refill with fresh boiling water poured along the inside wall to set the leaves swirling. Drink directly from the gaiwan or decant into a fairness pitcher and tasting cups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with all tea types: green, white, oolong, pu-erh, black, and herbal. Adjust water temperature and steep time to suit your tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoarse Pottery (Unglazed Reduction-Fired Clay)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlaze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGilded Iron Glaze\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiring Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1300°C Reduction Kiln\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 ml (6.76 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.5 cm (5.7 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.3 cm (3.66 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLid, Bowl, Saucer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGongfu tea ceremonies, daily loose-leaf brewing, tea gifting, and collectors of handcrafted pottery. A timeless piece that improves with every brew.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kiriko House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47882708943069,"sku":"XZ22188","price":26.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/2409\/2381\/files\/XZ22188_01.jpg?v=1777991092","url":"https:\/\/cupshome.com\/products\/lotus-gaiwan-teapot-coarse-pottery","provider":"Edo Kiriko House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}