{"product_id":"gongfu-tea-stove-refractory-mud-kettle-set","title":"Gongfu Tea Stove Refractory Mud Kettle Set","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Refractory Clay + Aged Iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Jingdezhen, Jiangxi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOverhead-Handle Kettle: Mouth Diameter 5.7 cm; Height (excluding handle) 10 cm; Capacity 320 ml.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGongfu Tea Stove: Width 12.3 cm; Height 12.8 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCraftsmanship: Hand-thrown \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Tahoma;\"\u003eO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003en the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Tahoma;\"\u003eW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eheel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThere is a quiet ritual to brewing tea slowly. It asks for nothing more than your presence, a handful of good leaves, and a fire you’ve kindled yourself. This handmade Gongfu Tea Stove set brings that ritual to life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIn the Chaoshan region of China, Gongfu Cha is more than tea—it is a disciplined art form, a daily meditation passed down through generations. The heart of this tradition lies in three essentials: a small clay teapot, a charcoal-fired stove, and the patience to coax multiple infusions from a single handful of leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Gongfu Tea Stove set is a faithful interpretation of that heritage, handmade in Jingdezhen—the ancient porcelain capital—using techniques that honor the original Chaozhou style. The teapot is thrown by hand on a potter’s wheel, its walls left slightly unglazed on the inside to absorb and soften the tea over time, a quality prized by connoisseurs of oolong and pu’er. The exterior bears the subtle, rhythmic ridges of the maker’s hands, while a hand-forged iron handle adds rustic durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe companion stove is crafted from refractory clay, designed to withstand the direct heat of small charcoal embers—the traditional fuel for Gongfu Cha. Its proportions are deliberate: a compact, low-profile form that elevates the teapot just enough to allow airflow beneath, ensuring a steady, even heat that unfolds the tea’s complexity infusion after infusion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship Rooted in Tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach piece is hand‑thrown on a potter’s wheel, leaving the subtle, rhythmic ridges of the maker’s hands in the clay. The teapot’s interior is intentionally left unglazed—a feature prized by Gongfu Cha connoisseurs, as the porous clay gradually absorbs the oils of the tea, enhancing the depth and smoothness of every subsequent brew. The exterior is finished in a matte black glaze that contrasts beautifully against the raw white of the stove, a visual nod to the yin‑yang balance often found in traditional Chaozhou tea settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for the Chaozhou Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Gongfu Tea Stove is crafted from high‑fire refractory clay, capable of withstanding the direct heat of small charcoal embers—the traditional fuel for Gongfu Cha. Its low, compact profile (12.3cm wide, 12.8cm tall) is not accidental: it elevates the teapot just enough to allow airflow beneath, ensuring a steady, even heat that unlocks the layered aromas of oolong, pu’er, and black tea. The iron handle on the teapot is forged for durability and balanced pouring, following the classic Chaozhou style where a small cloth or leather wrap is used to grip it during the short, successive infusions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Set That Performs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a 320ml capacity, the teapot sits perfectly in the sweet spot for sharing tea among 2–4 people while still honoring the Gongfu principle of a high leaf‑to‑water ratio. Whether you use charcoal, an alcohol burner, or simply place the stove on a low‑heat source, the combination of materials and proportions delivers the controlled brewing environment that serious tea drinkers seek.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Gongfu Tea Stove set is built for Kung Fu Cha\u003c\/strong\u003e—the Chinese art of brewing tea with skill. Whether you are using small charcoal embers or a modern alcohol burner (not included), the fire-resistant clay stove retains heat evenly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisually, the pairing of a matte black teapot with an unadorned white stove echoes the yin-yang balance found in traditional Chaozhou tea settings—functional, understated, and deeply intentional. Whether used for a solitary morning session or shared among friends, this set invites you to slow down and engage with the Chinese art of brewing tea with skill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MoriMa Tea","offers":[{"title":"STOVE","offer_id":53213697802554,"sku":"TW-MHLCJ-TL326","price":190.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"KETTLE","offer_id":53213697835322,"sku":"TW-MHLCJ-SH326","price":190.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"STOVE + KETTLE","offer_id":53213697868090,"sku":"TW-MHLCJ-TZ326","price":358.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2323\/3605\/files\/GongfuTeaStoveRefractoryMudKettleSet_1.jpg?v=1774518464","url":"https:\/\/www.morimatea.com\/de\/products\/gongfu-tea-stove-refractory-mud-kettle-set","provider":"Authentic Chinese tea | Born for You, Burn for MMT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}