for centuries—from the Song dynasty well into the Ming—favored the tranquility of monochrome finishes

this brick tea reveals its processing as a heicha in its groundedness and the longevity of its infusions

Why is it called 'Floating'

barely peach-fuzzed buds open with a gently spicy aroma over a crisp and starchy body

Lao Cong Shui Xian: Over 60 years old

bamboo tray heavy with_certificate for centuries—from the Song dynastySleek and understated, this tray is carved from a block of tightly compressed and lacquered strips of bamboo, leaving a smooth and surprisingly colorful surface on which to perform gongfu cha. This present materiality and its warm tones will beautifully offset monochromatic and brightly colored teaware, though may also pair well with open clay vessels. Longitudinal slits collect spills and wastewater into a removable tray below for easy disposal,