How to Brew with a Gaiwan

Burning fingers is a rite of passage! Learn how to become a pro with the Gaiwan.

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Whenever someone first brews with a Gaiwan they tend to find it a little awkward and too hot to hold properly. Using a Gaiwan is like picking up any musical instrument, it feels alien but after practice it becomes second nature.

Once you have found the knack for brewing with a Gaiwan I am sure that it will be a much loved and often used piece of teaware.

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Sky Blue Porcelain Gaiwan

Glass Gaiwan

Young Gushu 2016

Download our general brewing guide for tea.

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