Zisha Teapot 500ml

Materials: Zisha / purple sands
Capacity: 500ml
Color: Red
Packing: Saft packing / brown box packing
Place of Origin: Chongqing (China)

The term "Yixing clay", and also "sandy clay", is often used as an umbrella term to describe three distinct types of stoneware: Please pay attention:
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Purple sandy clay or purple clay: Dark brownish stoneware that gives its name to the type of stoneware usually related to Yixing.

Red sandy clay: Reddish brown stoneware that is made from sandy clay with a very high iron content. The name only refers to the sometimes bright red hue of cinnabar. There are currently 10 mines still producing Zhuni [citation needed]. However, due to the increasing demand for Yixing stoneware, Zhuni is now in very limited quantities. Red sandy clay is not to be confused with Hongni, another red clay.

Beige sandy clay: Stoneware that was formulated using various stones and minerals in addition to zini or red sandy clay. This results in various textures and colours, ranging from beige, blue, and green, to black.

FAQ:
Can I use a Zisha Clay teapot for any kind of tea?

Yes. Zisha Clay teapots are suitable for making teas of all categories.
Connoisseurs prefer to have a different teapot for each style of tea so that the essence of each tea style does not influence the distinct flavor profile of various teas.

Tea masters will also consider the size, shape, and thickness of the teapot, as well as the texture of the clay, to match particular tea varieties.

How should I prepare a new Zisha teapot for use?
Before using a new zisha teapot it should be cleaned by boiling it in a large pot of clean water for approximately two hours. This process allows the many pores to expand and release any dust or loose clay within the teapot.

How should I care for my Zisha teapot?
Remove used tea leaves and rinse the teapot with hot water after every use. Do not use soap or detergents to clean the teapot. Allow it to fully dry inside and outside with the lid removed or tilted open on top of the teapot. A clean soft cloth can be used to wipe down the teapot to prevent water stains. Do not use oily agents to add artificial lacquer to the teapot.

What is nurturing a teapot?
In addition to the preparation and cleaning of a teapot, aficionados will use extra effort to season their teapots. The porous nature of zisha clay gives it the ability to absorb the essence of tea. Aficionados take efforts to allow their teapots to absorb tea on both the inside and outside surfaces of their teapots. After much use, the natural tea oils also create abeautiful lustre to the seasoned teapot. This extra care and attention is referred to as nurturing a teapot.