Travel tea sets
A travel tea set packs a small brewer and cups into one padded case.
Brew away from home
Portion at home
Weigh 5 grams into small paper packets, one per session. Keep them in a tin, away from soap and food smells.
Find hot water
A hotel kettle or a thermos filled after airport security does the job. Boil and rinse a hotel kettle first.
Dry before packing
Empty the leaves and wipe each piece. A damp case goes musty fast, so leave it open overnight.
Two cups, a small case, and anywhere becomes a tea table.
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Travel tea sets
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Good to know
What is a travel tea set?
A travel tea set is a small brewer and one or two cups in a fitted case. It lets you brew loose leaf on a hotel desk or at a campsite.
What is a kuaike cup?
It is a simple two-piece brewer: a small pot with a built-in filter, paired with a cup it nests or stacks with. It packs small and suits one or two people.
Can I take a tea set on a plane?
Usually yes. Ceramic sets are safer in a carry-on than checked. Empty any thermos before security. Rules on bringing in tea leaves vary by country, so check first.
