Mat black porcelainPortable designBuilt-in infuser
Take your tea ceremony with you wherever you go with the BABOR tea kit. Designed for enthusiasts who can’t imagine a break without a perfectly infused cup, it brings together a small teapot and its porcelain cups, finished in a mat black mineral-textured glaze, contrasted with a light-colored interior that highlights the color of the tea. Cleverly designed, the set stacks together: an inverted cup rests on top of the teapot, and everything fits into its fabric drawstring pouch for worry-free travel. Its built-in infusion system catches the leaves while pouring, for a pure tasting experience without loose leaves in your cup. It offers a secure grip, and its small side handles prevent burned fingers when the tea is hot. Green tea, black tea, oolong, white tea, or herbal infusion: the BABOR kit is suitable for every desire. At the office, on a weekend trip, hiking, or at home, it transforms every break into a moment of calm and elegance, imbued with the spirit of traditional Asian tea services.
The material
Porcelain, a noble material for tea
Porcelain is a ceramic fired at a very high temperature, which makes it dense, resistant, and non-porous. Unlike some more permeable earthenwares, it does not hold onto the aromas of previous infusions: you can alternate between green tea, black tea, and herbal infusions without mixing flavors. It is easy to clean and retains its appearance over time.
The BABOR kit plays on the contrast between a mat black exterior, slightly textured to evoke artisanal pottery, and a light glazed interior that is smooth and luminous. This choice is not just aesthetic: it allows you to appreciate the color of the infusion, from the pale yellow of a green tea to the amber of a black tea, as enthusiasts do during a tasting.
Highlights of the BABOR kit
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Portable design
Teapot and cups stack for travel.
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Built-in infuser
Leaves stay in the teapot when pouring.
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Porcelain
Non-porous, respecting every aroma.
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Light-colored interior
To admire the color of your tea.
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Fabric pouch
Soft protection for transport.
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All types of tea
Green, black, oolong, white, or infusions.
The spirit of tea ceremonies
The BABOR kit draws its inspiration from nomadic tea sets of Asia, designed for sharing an infusion in the heart of nature. Its round, compact shapes, mat black glaze, and the small relief medallion on the side of the teapot give it an appearance that is both sober and precious.
Once the cup is inverted over the teapot, the whole unit forms a compact object that is harmonious and slips easily into its grey fabric pouch, closed with a beaded drawstring. On a desk, a shelf, or a coffee table, it also becomes a beautiful decorative object, ready to serve at any moment. Take it out to welcome a friend, to accompany a reading session, or to punctuate a long workday with a fragrant break.
Preparing your tea with the BABOR kit
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Warm the teapot and cups with a little hot water, then empty them.
2
Place the tea leaves in the teapot, in a quantity adapted to your taste.
3
Pour hot water at the temperature recommended for your tea and let it steep.
4
Serve by tilting the teapot: the infusion system retains the leaves.
Dimensions shown in visuals: teapot 11 x 6.2 cm, cups 7.5 x 3.5 cm and 6.5 x 2.9 cm. Set in mat black porcelain with a light interior, including a fabric drawstring transport pouch.
Tip: respect the water temperature based on your tea. Water simmering around 70 to 80 °C is suitable for green and white teas, which become bitter if the water is too hot; black teas and herbal infusions can handle water closer to boiling. Quality leaves can often be infused multiple times.
Technical specifications
| Name |
BABOR tea kit |
| Material |
Porcelain |
| Finish |
Textured mat black exterior, light glazed interior |
| Teapot |
11 x 6.2 cm, with lid |
| Cups |
7.5 x 3.5 cm and 6.5 x 2.9 cm (per visuals) |
| Infusion |
Built-in infusion system that retains leaves |
| Transport |
Fabric drawstring pouch |
| Storage |
Cup stacks onto the teapot |
| Usage |
Green, black, white, oolong tea, infusions |
| Style |
Asian-inspired nomadic tea service |
Good to know: porcelain remains a fragile material: avoid impacts and drops, and always protect the kit in its pouch during transport. Avoid thermal shocks, such as pouring boiling water into a very cold teapot. Hot tea can cause burns: hold the cups by their small handles and keep the kit out of reach of young children.
A zen gift for tea lovers
For a colleague who swears by green tea, a friend passionate about travel, or a loved one in search of moments of calm, the BABOR kit is an elegant and original gift. Accompanied by a bag of their favorite tea, it makes for a complete present, perfect for a birthday, a housewarming, or the holiday season. Its compact size makes it easy to wrap, and its refined appearance makes a great impression from the moment the package is opened.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the BABOR tea kit contain?
The BABOR kit contains a small teapot with its lid and porcelain cups in mat black with a light interior, as well as a transport pouch made of fabric closed by a drawstring. The visuals show a teapot of 11 x 6.2 cm and cups of 7.5 x 3.5 cm and 6.5 x 2.9 cm. One cup inverts onto the teapot to form a compact unit, easy to slip into a bag. It is a complete tea service for savoring an infusion anywhere, alone or for two.
How does the infusion system work?
The BABOR teapot includes an infusion system that retains the tea leaves when serving. Simply place the leaves directly into the teapot, pour in the hot water, and let it steep for the desired time. When you tilt the teapot to serve, the leaves stay inside and only the tea pours into the cup, with no floating leaves. You can then re-infuse the same leaves if your tea allows, as is common practice for green tea or oolong lovers.
What teas can be prepared?
The BABOR kit is suitable for all types of tea and infusions: green teas, black teas, white teas, oolongs, scented teas, or herbal infusions. Its light interior allows you to appreciate the color of each infusion, and the non-porous porcelain does not retain aromas from one preparation to the next. Simply adapt the water temperature and infusion time to your tea: gentler for green and white teas, hotter for black teas and herbal infusions.
Is the kit convenient to take with you?
Yes, that is the main benefit of the BABOR kit. The teapot and cups have compact dimensions, and a cup inverts onto the teapot to create a space-saving unit. Everything slips into the fabric drawstring pouch, which protects it from minor bumps and scratches. You can take it to the office, on a weekend trip, hiking, or while traveling. Just remember to pack it carefully in your bag, as porcelain is still a material that must be protected from drops.
How do I care for the teapot and cups?
After each use, empty the leaves and rinse with warm water. For a more thorough cleaning, use a soft sponge and a little dish soap, then rinse thoroughly and let air dry with the lid open. Avoid abrasive sponges that could scratch the enamel or the mat finish. If tea stains appear inside over time, a little baking soda on a damp sponge will help to gently reduce them without damaging the porcelain.
Can I pour boiling water?
Porcelain handles hot water well, but it is best to avoid thermal shocks, for example, pouring boiling water into a very cold teapot that has been in a bag in winter. To avoid this, first warm the teapot and cups with a little hot water, then empty them before preparing your tea. This traditional gesture preserves the porcelain and also maintains the infusion at the right temperature. Finally, remember that many teas, especially green and white teas, are prepared with simmering rather than boiling water.
Is it a good gift idea?
Yes, the BABOR kit is an elegant and original gift for tea lovers, travelers, or people looking for moments of calm. Its mat black aesthetic and nomadic format set it apart from classic tea services. For a complete gift, pair it with a bag of quality tea, such as an oolong or a green tea. It is equally suitable for a birthday, a housewarming, a farewell travel gift, or the holidays.
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