This exquisite tea tasting cup is crafted from authentic Yixing Zisha purple clay, known for its subtle porosity and ability to enhance the flavor profile of your tea over time. The cup holds 120ml, an ideal capacity for appreciating the nuanced aromas and tastes of Gongfu tea brewing.

The robust thickness of the cup’s walls offers excellent heat retention while feeling pleasantly substantial yet balanced in the hand. Its surface features a delicate hand-carved lion motif symbolizing good fortune and auspiciousness, adding a tactile and visual elegance that complements the slow tea ritual.

The lid fits securely, helping maintain ideal temperature and aroma concentration, while the clay body’s natural texture provides a gentle grip, enhancing control during pouring and sipping. The unglazed finish lets the rich reddish-brown clay showcase its natural grain and deepens with use, connecting you intimately to the essence of this traditional craft.

This tasting cup is particularly well suited for brewing premium black, oolong, and pu-erh teas, where the clay’s interaction gently mellows and rounds each infusion for a sweeter taste experience. Its modest size and thoughtful design make it perfect for focused solo tea sessions or as a distinguished piece in any gongfu tea set.

Product Details

Materials: Yixing Zisha Purple Clay

Capacity: 120 ml

Dimensions: Diameter 8.2cm; Height 4.2cm

Variant Specifications: Single variant holding 120 ml capacity with hand-carved lion motif on body

Craftsmanship: Hand-carved motif, thick-walled, balanced form with secure fitted lid

Firing or Making Process: Traditional high-temperature kiln firing for durability and clay maturation

Finish or Glaze: Unglazed natural purple clay surface, revealing rich grain and subtle texture

Tea Use Experience: Enhances smoothness and sweetness of black, oolong, and pu-erh teas; warm substantial hand feel supports mindful brewing

Recommended Tea Types: Black tea, Oolong tea, Pu-erh tea