{"product_id":"handmade-yixing-purple-clay-zisha-teapot-160ml-ru-yi-shi-yuan","title":"Handmade Yixing Purple Clay (Zisha) Teapot 160ml - Ru Yi Shi Yuan (Auspicious Round Persimmon)","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 Ru Yi Shi Yuan (如意柿圆) Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Chinese culture, the persimmon shares the same pronunciation as the word for \"matter\" or \"affair\" (Shi). The name \"Shi Yuan\" combined with the concept of \"Ru Yi\" symbolizes the famous idiom \"Shi Shi Ru Yi\"—meaning \"may everything go smoothly and exactly according to your wishes.\" The round shape (Yuan) further signifies life's completeness, harmony, and reunion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis teapot showcases a beautifully plump and minimalist profile inspired by the shape of a ripe persimmon. The elegant bridge-shaped lid knob, combined with a gracefully curved short spout and an ergonomic ear-shaped handle, creates a perfectly balanced and harmonious silhouette.\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\u003e160ml 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 Ru Yi Shi Yuan 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":50826757865520,"sku":"sku-44584002650247","price":219.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0295\/2226\/4112\/files\/product-8568329240711-cover-black.jpg?v=1792265359","url":"https:\/\/cspuerh.com\/products\/handmade-yixing-purple-clay-zisha-teapot-160ml-ru-yi-shi-yuan","provider":"Cspuerh (Chen Sheng Hao)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}