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Yixing Teapot

Yixing Teapot teaware — watercolor illustration
产地 Yixing, Jiangsu Province, China
材质 Zisha (purple clay)

推荐场合

Pu-erh, dark oolong, and heavily roasted teas. Dedicate one pot to one tea type for best results.

关于

Yixing teapots are handcrafted from the unique purple clay (zisha) found only near Yixing city. The unglazed, porous clay absorbs tea oils over years of use, building a patina that enhances flavor. Each pot should be dedicated to a single tea type to preserve its seasoned character. Authentic Yixing pots are prized collectors' items, with antique examples commanding extraordinary prices.

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