Mini Gongfu Teacup Set

Imagine a cup so light, it feels like holding a breath of air. Crafted by artisan A-Xiao in Dehua, these cups represent the "Eggshell" pinnacle of Blanc de Chine—where earth turns into light.

Why the 0.5mm Thickness Matters

• Visual Clarity: The ultra-thin 0.5mm walls act as a canvas for your tea. Under light, the porcelain becomes a glowing prism, revealing the true amber or jade hues of your brew.
• The Perfect Sip: Hand-pressed to be paper-thin, these cups minimize the thermal barrier between you and the tea, allowing the aroma to reach your palate with zero distraction.

The "Artisan A-Xiao" Difference

Unlike machine-molded "thin" cups, these are hand-pressed. This traditional technique ensures that despite their ethereal thinness, the internal structure is dense and durable—fired at 1310°C to achieve a "Steel-like" ceramic strength.

Overcoming Hesitation

Heat Control: The unique triangular rim is not just for Qing-era aesthetics; it provides a cooler contact point for your fingertips.

Sustainably Strong: Fired at extreme temperatures, these are "functional art." With mindful handling, they are as resilient as fine crystal glassware.

Why This Cup Feels Different

Paper-Thin, Yet Confident in Hand

The eggshell-thin walls create an exceptionally soft lip-feel, letting tea touch the palate first—before weight, before distraction. This subtle tactility enhances aroma and clarity, especially in refined brews.

Qing-Era Restraint, Not Ornament

Each cup is finished with hand-carved plum blossoms and a distinctive triangular rim—details inspired by late Qing aesthetics, where decoration was meant to whisper, not impress.

Designed for Intimate Gongfu Moments

With a capacity of 30 ml, these cups are intentionally small. Sold as a set of three, they are ideal for quiet tea sessions—shared with close friends, or enjoyed alone in a garden, studio, or sunlit room.

Perfect Pairing

Especially suited for aromatic and expressive teas such as:

• Oolong
• Rock Tea (Yancha)
• Black Tea

The small volume heightens aroma, clarity, and rhythm—sip by sip.

What Tea Drinkers Often Ask

Is it too thin for daily use?

Despite its lightness, this cup is fired at high temperature and made to be used, not displayed. With mindful handling—as one would treat fine glassware—it fits naturally into daily Gongfu practice.

Will it affect heat or flavor?

Yes, in the best way. The thin walls allow the tea to cool just enough to open aroma, while the small volume ensures each sip remains fresh and fragrant.

Is each cup identical?

No—and that is intentional. Minor variations in thickness, translucency, and carving are the mark of true handmade Dehua porcelain, not defects.

A Quiet Luxury You Can Actually Use

This is not a cup meant to impress guests at first glance.

It reveals itself slowly—through touch, light, and repeated use.

A small object.

A long companion.