{"product_id":"travel-teapot-set-two-cups-china-ru-blue","title":"Travel Teapot Set \u0026 Two Cups - China Ru Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact ceramic tea set packed into a fabric-lined case small enough for a weekend bag or desk drawer. The rounded teapot and two handleless cups sit on a dark wood tray, turning tea into a quiet ritual wherever you set it down.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eThe look and the feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe glaze shows fine blue floral scrolls that catch the light without competing for attention, rooted in the centuries-old tradition of Chinese blue-and-white porcelain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe teapot's curved body and overhead handle echo classical shapes, while the smooth spout and fitted lid keep the design clean and contemporary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe two cups have no handles, following the gongfu tea tradition where smaller cups are cradled in the hand, the warmth part of the experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dark wood tray grounds the pale ceramics and keeps everything steady during pouring, and the fabric case protects each piece in transit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCeramic with a calm glaze\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is ceramic, finished in a soft, even glaze that feels smooth under the fingertips. The blue decoration is painted on before glazing, so it sits under the surface rather than wearing away with use. The tray is stained wood, and the case is padded fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace loose tea or a tea bag in the pot, pour hot water over it, and let it steep with the lid on. Pour through the spout once the tea has brewed to your liking. The cups are small by Western standards, sized for multiple pours from a single steep rather than one long drink. Rinse the pot and cups after use; hand-washing is gentler on the glaze, though dishwasher suitability is not confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eThe ritual it invites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA travel tea set compresses the gongfu tea ceremony into something portable, preserving the core of the practice: slowing down, focusing on the scent and colour as the leaves open, pouring mindfully. The small cups encourage refilling and re-steeping, turning tea into a pause rather than a task. It suits a hotel room, a quiet office corner, or a picnic blanket as easily as a home table.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set comprises one teapot with lid and overhead handle, two matching cups, a wooden tray, and a padded fabric case. Everything nests together on the tray, which slides into the case for travel.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBlue-and-white in context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue scrollwork draws from Chinese porcelain traditions that stretch back centuries, when cobalt was painted onto clay and sealed under a transparent glaze. Blue-and-white ware became one of China's most celebrated exports, copied across Europe and prized for its clarity and restraint. This set echoes that lineage without attempting to replicate museum pieces, keeping the aesthetic accessible and suited to daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFor travel, gifting, and small spaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case makes it practical for weekends away, office use, or camping where you still want a proper cup of tea. It also makes a considered gift for someone who travels often, works long hours at a desk, or simply values a quiet moment in the middle of the day. The compact footprint suits small flats and uncluttered shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the teapot have a built-in infuser?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe photos do not show a removable infuser basket, so you will likely need to use loose tea directly in the pot or add a separate strainer when pouring. A small stainless-steel tea ball or a disposable paper filter both work well.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for any type of tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The neutral ceramic does not retain flavours, so you can move between green, black, white, oolong or herbal teas without carryover, as long as you rinse thoroughly between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHAMTAM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53927988461882,"sku":"TeaP-39","price":38.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/8307\/0266\/files\/travel-teapot-set-two-cups-china-ru-blue-cover.png?v=1787199192","url":"https:\/\/shamtam.com\/products\/travel-teapot-set-two-cups-china-ru-blue","provider":"SHAMTAM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}