Style A rounded 90ml handcrafted black clay tea bowl for gongfu tea

Two styles of handcrafted black clay gongfu tea cups side by side

Handheld view of Style A 90ml black clay tea cup showing natural texture

Top view of two black clay gongfu tea cups on wooden tea tray

Style B textured 100ml black clay tea cup with vertical ribbing details

Size comparison of Style A and Style B black clay tea cups side view

Two black clay tea cups stacked for size comparison

Handcrafted black clay gongfu tea cups set on natural wooden background

Handcrafted Black Clay Gaiwan Tea Cup – 90ml & 100ml Sizes

$24.00

Traditional hand-thrown black clay tea cups for gongfu cha. Two ergonomic styles: rounded (90ml) and textured wide-brim (100ml), perfect for daily tea tasting at home or office.

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About Our Handcrafted Black Clay Tea Cups

Rooted in centuries of East Asian ceramic tea culture, these handcrafted black clay tea cups are designed to elevate your daily gongfu tea ceremony. Made from high-fired natural black clay, they offer a warm, textured grip and excellent heat retention that brings out the best flavor of every tea type – from oolong and pu-erh to green tea and black tea.

Why Choose Our Black Clay Tea Cups?

Premium natural black clay, high-fired for durability and food safety
Excellent heat retention keeps your tea at the perfect drinking temperature
Textured natural finish improves grip, prevents slipping
Deep matte black complements any tea set, from traditional to modern minimalist
Compact 90ml / 100ml sizes ideal for single-serve gongfu tea tasting

Available Styles of Black Clay Tea Cup

Style A (90ml / 3oz) – Rounded Full-Bodied Cup

This classic rounded shape features a smooth textured matte finish, with a low profile that feels stable and comfortable in hand. It holds 90ml (3 fluid ounces) of tea, measuring 2.87″ wide x 3.86″ long x 1.65″ tall (7.3 x 9.8 x 4.2cm). Perfect for tea drinkers who prefer a compact, traditional cup for daily use.

Style B (100ml / 3.4oz) – Textured Wide-Brim Hat Cup

Inspired by the traditional Chinese douli (farmer’s straw hat), this iconic wide-brim shape features raised vertical texturing that adds visual interest and improves grip. It holds 100ml (3.4 fluid ounces) of tea, measuring 2.87″ wide x 3.86″ long x 1.81″ tall (7.3 x 9.8 x 4.6cm). The wider opening lets you appreciate the aroma and color of your tea more easily.

Culture and Gifting

In Chinese tea culture, a high-quality personal tea cup is a symbol of peace, mindfulness, and appreciation for simple pleasures. These black clay tea cups make the perfect gift for:

Tea enthusiasts and gongfu tea ceremony practitioners
Friends and family who love minimalist, functional home goods
Colleagues for office desk decor and daily relaxation
Housewarmings, birthdays, or holiday gifts for anyone who enjoys good tea

Perfect for Any Tea Scene

These compact, lightweight cups are ideal for: daily home tea tasting, office tea breaks, small casual tea parties, outdoor picnics & camping tea sessions, and formal business hospitality tea service. They fit seamlessly into any tea set and complement any decor style, from traditional Chinese tea rooms to modern Scandinavian living spaces.