Using a Gaiwan
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What is a Gaiwan? A gaiwan is a small vessel for brewing tea that takes the place of a teapot. Gaiwans have been used in China since the Ming Dynasty and consist of three parts: a bowl, lid, and saucer. It is typically small enough that all three parts can be picked up in one hand. Benefits of a Gaiwan Though a gaiwan
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How to Brew Loose Leaf Tea in a Gaiwan
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Micro Gaiwan with Travel Pouch - West China Tea
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Dehua Ding Ware Yellow Gaiwan Tea Brewing Bowl Chinese Retro Tea Cup Large Shadow Engraving Kung Fu Tea Set with Lid in 2023
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Brew Tea in a Gaiwan – Té Company
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5 Reasons to Brew Tea in a Gaiwan – Red Blossom Tea Company
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White Porcelain Gaiwan – Wendigo Tea Co.
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Tea Technique: Gaiwan Brewing
The perfect size (150ml) for one or two people, this glazed Yixing style gaiwan is great as a simple, no frills brewing vessel. Outside unglazed
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Gaiwan
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Gaiwan, Hence No. 2 - Hence Tea
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Using a Gaiwan