What Makes Our Ru Kiln Ice Crackle Tea Cups Special?
Rooted in over 1,000 years of Chinese Song Dynasty ceramic tradition, these Ru Kiln style ice crackle tea cups are crafted for true tea lovers to elevate your daily gongfu tea ceremony experience. Each cup features a one-of-a-kind natural ice crackle (open-work) glaze formed during high-temperature firing, bringing the timeless elegance of Oriental aesthetics to your tea table.
The Heritage of Ru Kiln Ice Crackle Ceramic
Ru Kiln (Ru Yao) was one of the five great famous Chinese kilns during the Song Dynasty, beloved by emperors and scholars for its subtle celadon glaze and unique crackle texture. The iconic ice crackle pattern forms when the glaze and body shrink at different rates during firing, creating delicate natural lines that deepen over time with use. This means your tea cup becomes more unique and personal the more you use it.
Key Features of Our Ru Kiln Tea Cups
- Premium High-Fired Ceramic: Dense, smooth ceramic construction offers excellent heat retention, locking in tea aroma and temperature, while providing gentle heat insulation that prevents hand burn when holding hot tea.
- Unique Ice Crackle Glaze: Each cup has a distinct natural crackle pattern, no two are exactly alike, making your tea set truly one-of-a-kind. The subtle pale celadon glaze paired with a warm brown rim accent creates a refined, balanced look that fits any home or tea room decor.
- Multiple Styles for Every Preference: We offer 4 carefully designed shapes and sizes to match different tea types and drinking habits: from 80ml slim cups for strong oolong to 150ml full-bodied cups for everyday green or black tea.
Specifications (Metric ↔ Imperial Conversion)
| Style A | 8 x 7 cm (3.15 x 2.76 in) | 150ml (5.07 fl oz) |
| Style B | 7.3 x 5.6 cm (2.87 x 2.20 in) | 100ml (3.38 fl oz) |
| Style C | 9 x 4 cm (3.54 x 1.57 in) | 80ml (2.71 fl oz) |
| Style D | 8.5 x 4.7 cm (3.35 x 1.85 in) | 120ml (4.06 fl oz) |
Perfect For & Gift Ready
These Ru Kiln ice crackle tea cups are perfect for:
- Daily home gongfu tea tasting, alone or with friends
- Tea ceremonies, tea house use, and office tea breaks
- Gifting for tea lovers, ceramic collectors, and anyone who appreciates traditional Asian craft: ideal for birthdays, Christmas, housewarmings, and business gifting
- Adding to a ceramic or tea ware collection
Custom orders and bulk requests are welcome! Contact us directly for special inquiries.
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