{"product_id":"handmade-yixing-purple-clay-zisha-teapot-150ml-bian-xi-shi","title":"Handmade Yixing Purple Clay (Zisha) Teapot 150ml - Bian Xi Shi","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 Bian Xi Shi (扁西施) Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Xi Shi teapot is famously named after one of the legendary Four Beauties of ancient China, celebrated for its smooth, sensual, and graceful curves. The \"Bian\" (flattened) variation takes this classic silhouette and lowers its profile. By widening the base and compressing the body, it retains the feminine elegance of the original Xi Shi while adding a sense of grounded stability and quiet sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design features minimalist perfection: a seamless lid topped with a delicate pearl-like knob, a signature short \"sparrow beak\" spout for a swift pour, and a classic curved handle. Its wider body allows rolled tea leaves ample room to fully unfurl.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eZhu Ni (along with the broader Hong Ni family) is known for its delicate texture and striking appearance. After firing, it features a beautiful color that ranges from bright orange to deep red. When showered with hot water, the clay beautifully comes alive, quickly flushing to a vibrant, bright red that sometimes exhibits a subtle, wandering purple glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOriginal Ore Zhuni (原矿朱泥) Clay\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from original ore Zhuni, a natural vermilion clay from Yixing. After firing, it shows a striking color ranging from bright orange to deep red, and flushes to a vivid red when rinsed with hot water. Dense and fine-textured, Zhuni presents a tea’s aroma cleanly and holds heat well through the brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e150ml capacity — classic gongfu size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully handmade from Original Ore Zhuni (Vermilion Clay)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for aromatic teas: young raw pu-erh, light oolongs such as Tieguanyin and Dancong, and black tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic Bian Xi Shi 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":50826757734448,"sku":"sku-44583988101255","price":219.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0295\/2226\/4112\/files\/product-8568316723335-cover-black.jpg?v=1792265358","url":"https:\/\/cspuerh.com\/products\/handmade-yixing-purple-clay-zisha-teapot-150ml-bian-xi-shi","provider":"Cspuerh (Chen Sheng Hao)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}