What is gong fu cha?
Gong fu cha is one of the Chinese methodologies or rituals for tea appreciation. It originated from Fujian province in China and was adapted and refined in Taiwan. The gong fu of any action is to seek to perfect that action knowing that perfection is reserved for the divine. Cha is tea. The gong fu of tea is to seek to pour the perfect cup of tea, aware that this is impossible, but to strive for perfection none-the-less. For more information on this method of drinking tea and detailed instructions on how to make a gong fu cup of tea, please see our gong fu cha page.