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reviewed Classic White Porcelain Small Gaiwan 60ml by Yunnan Sourcing
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I’m gonna go ahead and throw a 100 on this, too. In addition to Girl Meets Gaiwan’s review, I’d like to add a little more. The saucer is a thicker porcelain than the gaiwan, with six stylistic indentations around the edge and has a divot that keeps the gaiwan in place. The underside of the lid rim is lightly textured, I suppose to keep the lid in place. The porcelain is thin and allows some light to move through, but it’s not so thin that I burn my fingers when using high temperature water. I consider this a very worthwhile purchase.
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Kawaii433
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I had it sitting in my cart for a long time until I read this. I ordered it. Thank you :) for the review. I’m always looking for a good gaiwan. The smallest one I have is 100ml so this is going to be great.

derk
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You’re welcome. Hope you enjoy it!

I should’ve added before that it’s actually eggshell color not pure white.

Kawaii433
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Omgosh Derk I got it today and I love it. It’s almost 10 pm and it is absolutely perfect for those late nights, 3g half servings instead of 6g. I’ve been taking it in and out of my cart for months lol. Thank you <3

derk
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It is a nice small brewing vessel to have on hand, especially for the price. May you have many pleasant sessions with it :)

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Kawaii433
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I had it sitting in my cart for a long time until I read this. I ordered it. Thank you :) for the review. I’m always looking for a good gaiwan. The smallest one I have is 100ml so this is going to be great.

derk
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You’re welcome. Hope you enjoy it!

I should’ve added before that it’s actually eggshell color not pure white.

Kawaii433
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Omgosh Derk I got it today and I love it. It’s almost 10 pm and it is absolutely perfect for those late nights, 3g half servings instead of 6g. I’ve been taking it in and out of my cart for months lol. Thank you <3

derk
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It is a nice small brewing vessel to have on hand, especially for the price. May you have many pleasant sessions with it :)

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