This petite teapot is our very favorite: a plump, no-frills glass and stainless steel number from a Taiwanese hardware store supplier. It embodies the casual, low-to-the-ground approach we take to our tea: brew however you want, but no matter how you do it, you can trust it'll come out A-OK—just like the etching on the lid proclaims.
It's made from heat-resistant borosilicate glass, which not only shows off the color of the tea (ideal for visually timing your steep), but also does not alter its flavor. The removable stainless steel strainer is well engineered, too, with clips to hold the lid in place inside the teapot and fine mesh to strain all kinds of loose leaf, floral, and herbal teas.
As Sam of BANGtea puts it, ”it’s nearly impossible to drip tea out of the spout after pouring. Really awesome design.” We love a good user review.
It’s 200ml, sized similarly to a mug. We make an entire pot and pour it all out into another vessel (mug or beaker) in one go, which mixes the flavors together into an even brew.
The cheerful shape references the classic gong fu cha 功夫茶 clay teapot. And we love the lid, emblazoned with the phrase A-OK and punched out with a star-shaped ventilation hole. Its insistence on friendliness is charmingly Taiwan.
Care Instructions
Hand wash with mild soap and a soft sponge.
About Yun Hai Selection
Yun Hai Selection is the house brand of Yun Hai Taiwanese Pantry.
A Note on Place of Manufacture
This teapot is sourced from a Taiwanese hardware company, though it is produced in China. We searched far and wide for borosilicate glass teapots produced in Taiwan, but manufacturers have moved their operations elsewhere.
While we exist to promote as many made-in-Taiwan products as possible, we also recognize that a number of beloved Taiwanese brands and legacy manufacturers produce across multiple countries, including China. This is a reality of the Taiwanese economy.
Because our ultimate goal is to bring attention to the stories behind Taiwanese foodways, when relevant, we choose to include these products for their heritage and importance to Taiwanese cuisine, though we will always source Taiwan-first.
Specifications and Dimensions
Borosilicate glass (body), stainless steel (strainer and lid)
Holds 200 ml / 200 cc of liquid
Teapot Weight: 3.2 oz / 90 g
Teapot Dimensions: 6.7" L x 2.8" W x 3.9" H / 17 cm L x 7 cm W x 10 cm H
Package Weight: 5.4 oz / 153 g
Box Dimensions: 5.3" L x 3.8" W x 3" H / 13.4 cm L x 9.7 cm W x 7.6 cm H
