CHINA TEA SET

Britain has been ranked as the second highest tea consumers. It clearly shows the popularity and liking of tea among English people. The popular social rituals of English high tea or afternoon tea parties ask for special accessories and equipments. To match the splendor and custom of occasion, English Tea Sets are in demand.

The first English tea sets were imitation of Chinese porcelains or imported from china which usually consist of tea kettle, tea strainer, tea pot and cups with saucers. The imported chinaware was made of earth, clay or soft mud. The Chinese tea cups were difficult to use as those were shallow and without handle. After the invention of porcelain, English potters introduced porcelain tea wares and saucers to tea sets.

At present, English sets offers wide range of designs and custom packages. Generally tea sets are made of bon- china or silver. The elements of tea set are cream pitcher, creamer, sugar vessel, tableware, tea tray and pot. Also, with some sets other accessories such as fermentation bowl and serving bowls are available. Tea cups with saucers are must in English tea sets as English people are really particular about etiquettes. Mugs are a big No – No in English tea sets. Also, the tea sets should have pleasant and elegant design. Some patterns like old country roses, vineyard and blue roses are very popular. These are lighter in weight and bright in color. You can also find hand printed tea sets which can make your tea ceremony exquisite and extraordinary.

However, the style and design structure of English tea sets have changed tremendously. Add on matching plates for salads, sandwiches or other eatables, cups and other bowls come in a complete package of tea set. These add - on sets are high on technology as these are capable to handle high temperature, durable and offer high functionality and usage.