Moroccan Tea Glass

Yes, until 31st December 2025, receive a complimentary 100g pack of Oriental Beauty Oolong and 100g of Alisan Mountain Oolong with every purchase.
Experience two of Tchaba’s finest vintage oolongs, hand-picked and crafted to perfection a gift from us to you.

A traditional set includes a gaiwan (lidded bowl). A pitcher for even distribution, small tasting cups, and a tea tray to catch rinse water. Some sets add tea tools like tongs and a tea pick.

The gaiwan’s wide opening lets you observe leaf expansion, control pouring speed precisely, and adjust steeping by tilting the lid. This flexibility reveals a tea’s full potential across multiple infusions.

For most teas, use 5-7 grams per 100-150ml gaiwan. Adjust based on tea type, personal preference, and the number of guests. The beauty of gongfu is customization.

Temperature varies by tea: 75-80°C for green, 85-90°C for oolong, 90-95°C for black, and near boiling for pu-erh. The gaiwan’s open design helps control temperature naturally.

Start with 10-15 seconds for the first infusion, adding 5-10 seconds for each subsequent round. Premium teas can yield 6-10 flavorful infusions.

Hold the gaiwan with thumb and middle finger on the rim, using your index finger to secure the lid. Tilt to create a small gap for pouring. Practice with cool water first.

Rinse with hot water only – no soap. The ceramic develops a natural patina over time. Dry thoroughly and store in a ventilated area.

Yes. While gongfu has depths to explore, the basics are simple: add tea, pour water, steep briefly, and serve. Each session builds confidence and skill.

The Gongfu Tea Ceremony is best reserved for pure, vintage teas, those that reveal their depth and evolution naturally through multiple infusions. It’s a practice designed to honor craftsmanship, purity, and the living character of the leaf itself.
Flavored teas, which rely on added oils, herbs, or spices, tend to release their flavor quickly and do not benefit from the slow unfolding that defines Gongfu brewing. While they offer delightful aroma and instant pleasure, they lack the layered transformation that hand-picked, aged, or high-mountain teas deliver.
At Tchaba, Gongfu brewing is the ideal way to experience our vintage and oolong selections such as Ali Shan Mountain Oolong, Oriental Beauty, and Milky Oolong where each infusion unveils a new nuance, a new story, and a deeper connection with the tea.

A full gongfu session can be as brief as 20 minutes or extend for hours. The pace adapts to your schedule while maintaining the ritual’s mindful essence.
Flavored teas, which rely on added oils, herbs, or spices, tend to release their flavor quickly and do not benefit from the slow unfolding that defines Gongfu brewing. While they offer delightful aroma and instant pleasure, they lack the layered transformation that hand-picked, aged, or high-mountain teas deliver.
At Tchaba, Gongfu brewing is the ideal way to experience our vintage and oolong selections such as Ali Shan Mountain Oolong, Oriental Beauty, and Milky Oolong where each infusion unveils a new nuance, a new story, and a deeper connection with the tea.

Our Flowering Party Set features heat-retaining ceramic, comfortable proportions, and elegant design that honors both Chinese craftsmanship and Arabian aesthetic preferences.