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Its breathable, dual-porosity structure softens the water and rounds out the brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e220ml capacity — classic gongfu size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully handmade from Original Ore Tianqing Ni\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for rich, aged or well-oxidized teas: ripe pu-erh, aged raw pu-erh, dark oolong and aged white tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic Ziye Shipiao for the gongfu tea table — and a fine example of traditional Yixing craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"隐庐居 Hidden Brews Authentic Yixing Zisha Teapots","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50826757636144,"sku":"sku-44630597632135","price":259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0295\/2226\/4112\/files\/product-8576348684423-cover-black.jpg?v=1792265358"},{"product_id":"handmade-yixing-purple-clay-zisha-teapot-220ml-pan-hu","title":"Handmade Yixing Purple Clay (Zisha) Teapot 220ml - Pan Hu (Pan Pot)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA purple clay teapot is a type of handmade pottery originating from Yixing, China. Made from rare and natural purple clay, these teapots are prized for enhancing the flavor and aroma of tea while offering a distinct aesthetic appeal. The unique properties of Zisha (purple clay) make it ideal for brewing fine teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Pan Hu (潘壶) Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \"Pan Hu\" is a legendary classic in the Zisha world, named after Pan Shicheng, a prominent Qing Dynasty official and devoted tea connoisseur. He frequently custom-ordered this specific shape for his personal use and as gifts, leading later generations to respectfully name this elegant style after him. It is a symbol of refined literati taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis teapot showcases a beautifully balanced, slightly pear-shaped body with smooth, flowing curves. The straightforward spout and ergonomic ear-shaped handle are perfectly proportioned, offering a comfortable pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTianqing Ni (Azure Clay) is the absolute pinnacle of Zisha, revered as the \"King of Zi Ni.\" Authentic Huanglong Mountain ore is no longer mined, which makes it a highly coveted collector’s treasure. Named for its raw grayish-blue state—resembling a sky clearing after rain—it fires into a profound, dark liver-red. When showered with hot water, the clay awakens with a jade-like luster and a subtle, inner cyan glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTianqing Ni (天青泥) Clay\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from Tianqing Ni, a treasured purple clay revered as the “King of Zi Ni.” Incredibly fine and smooth to the touch, it fires to a deep, dark red with a subtle inner glow, and quickly develops a beautiful patina with regular use. Its breathable, dual-porosity structure softens the water and rounds out the brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e220ml capacity — classic gongfu size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully handmade from Tianqing Ni (Premium Purple Clay)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for rich, aged or well-oxidized teas: ripe pu-erh, aged raw pu-erh, dark oolong and aged white tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic Pan Hu for the gongfu tea table — and a fine example of traditional Yixing craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"隐庐居 Hidden Brews Authentic Yixing Zisha Teapots","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50826757570608,"sku":"sku-44630549004423","price":259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0295\/2226\/4112\/files\/product-8576334889095-cover-black.jpg?v=1792265358"},{"product_id":"handmade-yixing-purple-clay-zisha-teapot-220ml-shui-ping","title":"Handmade Yixing Purple Clay (Zisha) Teapot 220ml - Shui Ping","description":"\u003cp\u003eA purple clay teapot is a type of handmade pottery originating from Yixing, China. Made from rare and natural purple clay, these teapots are prized for enhancing the flavor and aroma of tea while offering a distinct aesthetic appeal. The unique properties of Zisha (purple clay) make it ideal for brewing fine teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Shui Ping (水平) Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \"Shui Ping\" (meaning \"horizontal\") is one of the most classic and iconic shapes in Yixing teapot history, originally designed for traditional Gongfu tea ceremonies. Its name comes from its flawless structural balance: the tip of the spout, the rim of the teapot, and the top of the handle all align on a perfect horizontal plane. Traditionally, a well-crafted Shui Ping teapot can float perfectly upright in a bowl of water without tilting. Culturally, it symbolizes harmony, fairness, and a balanced, peaceful state of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis teapot is a masterpiece of minimalist aesthetic. Stripped of all superfluous decoration, its beauty relies entirely on perfect geometric proportions, smooth, flowing lines, and exquisite handmade craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTianqing Ni (Azure Clay) is the absolute pinnacle of Zisha, revered as the \"King of Zi Ni.\" Authentic Huanglong Mountain ore is no longer mined, which makes it a highly coveted collector’s treasure. Named for its raw grayish-blue state—resembling a sky clearing after rain—it fires into a profound, dark liver-red. When showered with hot water, the clay awakens with a jade-like luster and a subtle, inner cyan glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTianqing Ni (天青泥) Clay\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from Tianqing Ni, a treasured purple clay revered as the “King of Zi Ni.” Incredibly fine and smooth to the touch, it fires to a deep, dark red with a subtle inner glow, and quickly develops a beautiful patina with regular use. Its breathable, dual-porosity structure softens the water and rounds out the brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e220ml capacity — classic gongfu size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully handmade from Tianqing Ni\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for rich, aged or well-oxidized teas: ripe pu-erh, aged raw pu-erh, dark oolong and aged white tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic Shui Ping for the gongfu tea table — and a fine example of traditional Yixing craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"隐庐居 Hidden Brews Authentic Yixing Zisha Teapots","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50826757898288,"sku":"sku-44630553395335","price":259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0295\/2226\/4112\/files\/product-8576339673223-cover-black.jpg?v=1792265359"},{"product_id":"handmade-yixing-purple-clay-zisha-teapot-200ml-xu-bian","title":"Handmade Yixing Purple Clay (Zisha) Teapot 200ml - Xu Bian","description":"\u003cp\u003eA purple clay teapot is a type of handmade pottery originating from Yixing, China. Made from rare and natural purple clay, these teapots are prized for enhancing the flavor and aroma of tea while offering a distinct aesthetic appeal. The unique properties of Zisha (purple clay) make it ideal for brewing fine teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Xu Bian (虚扁壶) Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \"Xu Bian\" is one of the most classic and revered shapes in the history of Yixing pottery. In traditional Chinese philosophy, the flat and wide profile represents groundedness, humility, and an open, receptive mind. It embodies the Daoist concept of holding space and remaining grounded while accommodating all things.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafting a fully handmade \"Xu Bian\" teapot is a monumental test of a potter's skill. Because the body is so wide and flat, it is highly prone to sagging or collapsing during the high-temperature firing process. Successfully creating this shape requires masterful control over the clay's tension. This 200ml teapot is crafted from premium original ore Jiangpo Ni (Jiangpo Clay), which is celebrated for its slightly grainy, rustic texture and its beautiful reddish-orange hue speckled with natural yellow particles. The seamless, elegant transition from the flattened body to the spout and handle provides both striking visual balance and a comfortable, ergonomic pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOriginal Ore Jiangpo Ni (降坡泥) Clay\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted from original ore Jiangpo Ni, celebrated for its slightly grainy, rustic texture and its beautiful reddish-orange hue speckled with natural yellow particles — a distinctive, unadorned character prized by traditionalists.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200ml capacity — classic gongfu size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully handmade from Original Ore Jiangpo Ni (Jiangpo Clay)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for ripe and aged pu-erh, roasted oolong and black tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic Xu Bian for the gongfu tea table — and a fine example of traditional Yixing craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"隐庐居 Hidden Brews Authentic Yixing Zisha Teapots","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50826757996592,"sku":"sku-44014572798087","price":259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0295\/2226\/4112\/files\/product-8432215228551-cover-black.jpg?v=1792265365"},{"product_id":"handmade-yixing-purple-clay-zisha-teapot-200ml-han-wa","title":"Handmade Yixing Purple Clay (Zisha) Teapot 200ml - Han Wa (Han Tile)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA purple clay teapot is a type of handmade pottery originating from Yixing, China. 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Its large opening makes it exceptionally user-friendly for adding and cleaning tea leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted from premium Zini (Purple Clay)—this teapot features a rich, earthy purplish-brown hue. Renowned for its excellent breathability and unique dual-porosity structure, Zini is exceptionally versatile, gently rounding out astringency and elevating the complex flavors of roasted oolongs, pu-erh, and black teas. With regular use, the naturally textured surface will gradually absorb the tea's essential oils, developing a deep, mellow, and beautifully warm patina over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eZini (紫泥) Clay\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted from Zini, the classic purple clay of Yixing, with a rich, earthy purplish-brown hue. 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