One of tea's appeal lies with its enthralling aroma, not just when you steep leaves, but also when you gently heat them with this tea heater. But, don't think only of it as a fancy replacement for potpourri as this is also a useful tool in any serious tea equipage. By gently heating the tea over a candle fire (not included), one may impart a nice baked taste to any tea. It works particularly well on any oolong tea and can very often invigorate bland or not so fresh teas before steeping them. Many Taiwanese tea ceremony practitioners will often include the use of one in their seances. How long should you heat your dry leaves, you may ask? It all depends is the only true answer, and this is where the fun starts for many tea enthusiasts. One thing is sure, no one will object to the divine aroma that will emanate from its use. These unique items are the work of Xiao Bai, the youngest sibling of the Bai Mu Quan family. This young potter, despite his relatively short tenure behind a potter's wheel, has quickly mastered his craft with works of great sensibility in style and form whilst never compromising on function. The precision in his craftsmanship is simply stunning considering the challenges of working with porcelain as his material of choice. The simple flowing lines of these items are beautifully rendered with meticulous precision. Sizes and shapes may vary slightly from the measurements listed below. We highly recommend the use of small unscented tea lights available everywhere. Finally, the striking finishes is the result of making good use of the years of experience in creating masterful glazed finishes at the Bai Mu Quan family studio and pushing the threshold. These unique items are signed by the artist and proudly hand-crafted in Taiwan.