Year of the Horse Ice Jade Porcelain Gongfu Tea Set

We are thrilled to present this stunning portable travel tea set, crafted from exquisite Ice Jade Porcelain (冰种玉瓷) this set is produced specially to celebrate the year of the Horse. It is the perfect companion for the tea lover who refuses to compromise on quality, even while on the road.

Combining an elegant gaiwan, a beautifully proportioned teapot, and matching tasting cups, this set is designed for the practitioner who appreciates highly tactile, visually stunning teaware for their formal gongfu tea sessions.

Material & Craftsmanship: The Magic of Ice Jade

Ice Jade Porcelain sits at the intersection of fine ceramic art and the aesthetic spirit of natural jade. It undergoes high-temperature firing to achieve a structural density that mimics the cool weight, smooth texture, and ethereal, milky translucency of white jade.

When filled with hot tea liquor, the porcelain exhibits a breathtaking "glow-from-within" effect, warming to the color of your brew.

Each piece is ornately detailed with dynamic, hand-accented artwork depicting spirited celestial horses galloping across the landscape alongside swirling ribbons and floating gold coins. Elegant, gleaming gold-plated trim wraps the base of the cups, the gaiwan, and forms the textured, ergonomic handle of the teapot, lending a regal finish to the entire collection.

What’s Included in the Set

• The Classical Gaiwan (三才盖碗): A perfectly balanced three-piece set consisting of a wide-rimmed bowl, an insulating saucer, and a beautifully matching lid. The flared rim allows for seamless, heat-free handling and a clean, precise pour.

• The Elegant Teapot (茶壶): A classic, rounded body shape that offers ample room for whole tea leaves (especially larger leaf sheng or shou Pu-erh) to unfurl entirely. Features a custom gold-finished handle and a short, non-drip spout engineered for a smooth, laminar pour.

• The Flared Tasting Cups (品冥杯): Subtly flared at the rim to cradle the lips perfectly while cooling the tea liquor to the ideal drinking temperature.

Key Features & Care

• Vibrant Liquor Clarity: The pristine, jade-white interior provides an unblemished backdrop to inspect and appreciate the rich amber tones of aged shou, the bright gold of young sheng, or the deep rubies of fine black teas.

• Aroma Neutral: Unlike porous clay, Ice Jade Porcelain is completely vitrified and unglazed on its interior surface while remaining completely non-porous. This means it will not absorb tea oils, allowing you to switch between wildly different tea varieties without any flavor carryover.

• Care Instructions: Due to the delicate nature of the hand-accented artwork and the real gold-plated details, we strictly recommend hand washing only with warm water. Avoid abrasive sponges or harsh chemical detergents.

Specifications

• Gaiwan is 130ml volume (+/- 10ml)
• Teapot is 190ml volume (+/- 10ml)
• Cups are 50ml volume (+/- 5ml)