Gong Fu Cha Starter Kit

The GongFu Cha Starter Kit is the ideal set for those who want to approach the traditional Chinese art of tea ceremony, known as Gong Fu Cha. This complete kit provides everything you need to begin exploring and enjoying this fascinating practice, combining a selection of fine teas with essential accessories for authentic preparation.​ Tea NOT INCLUDED Contents of the GongFu Cha Starter Kit - Traditional White Porcelain Gaiwan (180ml): An essential tool in the Chinese tea ceremony, the gaiwan is used for the infusion and consumption of tea, allowing precise control of the preparation process. - Blue Maiolica Porcelain Cup: Elegant cup that enriches the tasting experience, combining aesthetics and functionality.​ -Glass Pitcher (200ml): Known as chahai or “jug of justice”, it allows you to pour the tea evenly into the cups, ensuring a balanced distribution of flavour.​ -Digital Thermometer: An essential tool for accurately controlling the temperature of the water, a crucial element for enhancing the organoleptic characteristics of each type of tea.​ -USB Scale: Allows you to accurately measure the amount of tea leaves for each brew, ensuring consistent and repeatable preparation.​ Why Choose GongFu Cha Starter Kit? Approaching the Chinese tea ceremony may seem complex, but with the GongFu Cha Starter Kit you will have everything you need to begin this cultural and sensorial journey. Each component of the kit has been selected to offer an authentic experience, allowing you to explore different varieties of tea and hone your skills in their preparation.​ Furthermore, the quality of the accessories included guarantees a long life over time, accompanying you in the discovery and deepening of the art of Gong Fu Cha. What Does Gong Fu Cha Mean? The term Gong Fu Cha (功夫茶) literally translates as “skillfully brewed tea” and is a traditional Chinese tea brewing technique that emphasizes precision, control, and attention to detail. This method, originally from the Fujian province and also widespread in Taiwan and Guangdong, allows for the best extraction of the aromas and nuances of each variety of tea, especially oolongs, Chinese black teas (hong cha) and some white teas. Preparing tea in the Gong Fu Cha style means: - Using appropriate tools, such as the gaiwan or Yixing teapot, for a controlled infusion. - Pay attention to the infusion time and temperature, key factors to enhance the aromatic profile of the leaves. - Make multiple infusions, so you can appreciate the evolution of the tea’s flavor over time. This practice is not just a way of preparing tea, but an art that invites calm, awareness and full immersion in the sensorial experience of tasting.