160ml Vintage Cat Pattern Ceramic Gaiwan Tea Cup

What is a Gaiwan?

A gaiwan (literally “lidded bowl”) is a classic Chinese tea brewing vessel with over 1,000 years of history. Consisting of three parts — a bowl, a lid, and a saucer — it is loved by tea enthusiasts around the world for its versatility: it lets you control steeping time precisely, view the tea leaves unfurl, and enjoy the full aroma of your favorite teas.

Our Cat Gaiwan Tea Cup

This beautiful gaiwan blends traditional Chinese ceramic craft with modern playful design, featuring delicate cat motifs that add a warm, charming touch to your daily tea ritual. The subtle natural crackle glaze creates an aged, vintage texture that gets more character the more you use it, making each gaiwan truly one-of-a-kind.

Key Features of This Gaiwan

• Premium Ceramic Material: High-fired ceramic with a smooth, glossy glaze that retains heat perfectly for consistent brewing. The subtle crackle texture adds rustic, vintage charm to your tea table.
• Ideal Single Serving Size: 160ml (5.4oz) capacity, perfect for brewing one serving of green tea, oolong, white tea, black tea, or puerh.
• Thoughtful Dimensions: 11.5cm (4.5 inches) diameter x 9cm (3.5 inches) height, lightweight and easy to handle for both new and experienced tea brewers.
• Multiple Cute Styles: Choose from 5 unique cat patterns, each featuring a different cat breed and botanical accent to match your personal taste.

Cultural Meaning & Gifting

In Chinese culture, cats have long been associated with good fortune, warmth, and positive energy. This cat-themed gaiwan makes a thoughtful, unique gift for:

• Cat lovers who enjoy drinking tea
• Friends starting their journey into Chinese tea culture
• Housewarming, birthday, or holiday gifts for tea enthusiasts
• Anyone who loves blending traditional design with modern, playful style

How to Use Your Gaiwan

1. Add your loose leaf tea to the gaiwan bowl
2. Pour hot water over the tea, place the lid on at a slight angle
3. Steep for your desired time, then hold the gaiwan and pour out the tea through the gap between lid and bowl
4. Enjoy your perfectly brewed tea directly from the gaiwan, or share with a friend

What’s Included

1 x Complete 3-piece Cat Gaiwan Tea Cup (bowl, lid, saucer)