Experience the quiet elegance of traditional Chinese tea tasting with this handcrafted small-batch porcelain tea cup. Designed for true tea lovers who savor every sip, this petite pinming cup (Chinese tasting cup) brings authentic Chinese tea culture to your daily routine or special tea gatherings.
Unique Design of This Chinese Tea Cup
Inspired by traditional Song Dynasty Ge Yao ceramic craft, many of our tea cup styles feature naturally formed crackle glaze textures. Each crackle pattern forms during the kiln cooling process, meaning no two cups are exactly alike—your tea cup is one-of-a-kind, just like your tea experience. The sleek, softly contoured square shape adds a modern minimalist touch to classic Chinese ceramic art, while subtle gold rim detailing elevates the cup’s refined, luxurious feel.
We offer 5 elegant color options to match your personal style and tea table decor:
- Style A: Rich deep purple
- Style B: Clean bright white
- Style C: Soft sky blue with natural crackle glaze
- Style D: Muted forest green with natural crackle glaze
- Style E: Soft sky blue with natural crackle glaze
Premium Material & Functional Benefits
This Chinese tea cup is crafted from high-quality kaolin clay porcelain, fired at high temperatures to create a durable, food-safe finish that is:
- Excellent heat retention: Keeps your tea at the perfect sipping temperature longer
- Heat insulating: The thick porcelain wall keeps the exterior comfortable to hold even with hot tea, no more burnt fingers
- Non-porous and easy to clean: Resists staining and odors, simple to rinse after use
- Neutral taste: Won’t alter the natural flavor or aroma of your tea
Perfect Size for Tea Tasting
With a 1.7 fluid ounce (50ml) capacity and dimensions of 2.17 inches tall by 3.15 inches wide (5.5cm x 8cm), this small cup is purpose-built for traditional Chinese pinming (tea tasting). The petite size encourages slow, small sips so you can fully appreciate the complex aroma, flavor, and finish of any tea type, from delicate green teas to robust dark oolongs and pu-erh.
Ideal For Every Occasion
This handcrafted Chinese tea cup fits seamlessly into any setting:
- Home daily tea drinking for solo relaxation or small gatherings with friends
- Formal Chinese tea ceremonies and casual tea tasting parties
- Office tea breaks to help you slow down and reset
- Outdoor picnics and tea in the garden
- Beautiful addition to your tea table decor or as a small decorative accent for shelves and desks
It also makes a thoughtful, unique gift for birthdays, Christmas, housewarmings, or any special occasion for tea lovers, ceramic art collectors, or anyone who appreciates handcrafted home goods.
Have a custom request or bulk order question for your tea business? Feel free to reach out to us directly, we’re happy to help.
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