{"title":"Chinese Tea Cups","description":"\u003cp\u003eChinese tea cups (茶杯, cháběi) are small, handleless cups used for serving brewed tea — typically 30–70 ml, designed to be held with both hands and sipped slowly. Browse ceramic, porcelain, and glass styles from $12.99, including gongfu tasting cups, wide-mouth everyday cups, and gaiwans. For a complete brewing setup, pair with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop-chopsticks.com\/collections\/chinese-tea-set\"\u003eChinese tea set\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop-chopsticks.com\/collections\/gongfu-tea-set\"\u003egongfu tea set with tray\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChinese Tea Cup Styles \u0026amp; Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nChinese tea cups vary significantly by style and intended use. Gongfu tasting cups are the smallest — typically 30–50 ml — with straight or slightly flared walls designed to concentrate aroma. Wide-mouth cups (50–70 ml) are better for everyday drinking and are easier to hold. Gaiwans serve double duty as both brewing vessel and drinking cup. Most Chinese tea cups are handleless, which is intentional — holding the cup with both hands is part of traditional tea culture and allows you to feel the warmth of the brew. Materials range from thin white porcelain (best for displaying tea color) to thicker ceramic (better heat retention) and glass (allows you to watch the tea steep).\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are Chinese tea cups called?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChinese tea cups are called \u003cstrong\u003echáběi\u003c\/strong\u003e (茶杯) in Mandarin, which literally translates to \"tea cup.\" In gongfu tea culture, the small tasting cup used after decanting from a fairness cup is called a \u003cstrong\u003epǐn míng bēi\u003c\/strong\u003e (品茗杯). The tall aroma cup used to smell the tea before drinking is called a \u003cstrong\u003ewén xiāng bēi\u003c\/strong\u003e (闻香杯).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big are Chinese tea cups?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Chinese tea cups are much smaller than Western cups — typically 30–70 ml (1–2.5 oz). Gongfu tasting cups are on the smaller end at 30–50 ml, while everyday Chinese tea cups range from 50–70 ml. This small size is intentional: gongfu tea is brewed in multiple short steeps, so smaller cups are filled and emptied quickly to keep each pour at the right temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Chinese tea cups have handles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Chinese tea cups do not have handles. Holding a handleless cup with both hands is part of traditional Chinese tea etiquette — it shows respect to the host and allows you to feel the warmth of the tea. Modern Chinese tea cups sometimes include handles for everyday use, but handleless styles remain the standard for gongfu tea ceremonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between a Chinese tea cup and a gaiwan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gaiwan (盖碗) is a lidded bowl used for both brewing and drinking tea — it consists of a bowl, lid, and saucer. A Chinese tea cup (茶杯) is purely for drinking, not brewing. In a gongfu tea ceremony, tea is brewed in a gaiwan or Yixing teapot, then poured into a fairness pitcher, and finally served in small tea cups. For gaiwans, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop-chopsticks.com\/collections\/gaiwan\"\u003egaiwan collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat material is best for Chinese tea cups?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite porcelain is considered best for appreciating tea color and is the most traditional choice — it's thin, non-porous, and doesn't affect flavor. Yixing clay cups develop a seasoned patina over time and are favored by serious tea drinkers. Glass cups let you watch the tea's color as it steeps. Thick ceramic retains heat longer and is ideal for everyday use. For Yixing options, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop-chopsticks.com\/collections\/yixing-teapot\"\u003eYixing teapot collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"floral-chinese-tea-cup-ceramic-lotus-osmanthus-persimmon-1-pc","title":"Floral Chinese Tea Cup | Hand Painted Ceramic Lotus Osmanthus Persimmon - 1 Pc","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring a moment of calm to your daily tea ritual with this hand painted \u003cstrong\u003eChinese tea cup\u003c\/strong\u003e — a beautifully crafted ceramic piece that blends traditional artistry with everyday charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach small tea cup features delicate \u003cstrong\u003eunder-glaze painting\u003c\/strong\u003e in nature-inspired motifs — choose from Lotus, Osmanthus, or Persimmon designs, each carrying its own symbolic meaning rooted in Chinese culture. 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