Silver pitcherWhile pitchers are often considered more for utility than for aesthetics, this one stands on its own when it comes to artistry. The clear lines of its striking, octagonal shape draw in the eyes, guiding them from the bottom to the top like guardrails on a mountainous path laid out with exquisite, pure silver. Sneaking a glance beyond the peak reveals its snow white porcelain interior, eager to be filled with the finest teas. The textured silver

Gao Cong Shui Xian

following the end of the Republic of China period

with its glossy dark-speckled white enamel

These little ol’ tea heads of compressed shu pu’er give a bounty of deep sugar in a liquor of such clarity and refinement

The wide spout

Designed for comfort and balance

A turn north-westerly from the popular pu’er region of Xishuangbanna will reach Mengku in Lincang province

And how does this influence your judgment

as if barely containing an eagerness to dispense the tea within

it isn’t pressed into a bing but offered in loose-leaf form

they have not only preserved these rare teas but also showcased the diverse and rich Taiwanese tea culture

Through years of meticulous practice