yixing clay

Yixing containers-Unglazed, undyed, yixing clay containers are perfect for storing puer tea. They are made of natural clay which is found only in the Yixing region of China. The color comes from the natural color of the clay. The pots allow the tea to breathe and develop a great aroma and flavor. They are the optimal way to store loose tea, toucha, or tea bricks and tea cakes which have been loosened prior to drinking.

Yixing teapots-Yixing teapots have been used in China since the Song Dynasty, 1000 years ago. They come from the city of Yixing, China, northwest of Shanghai.

How to wash-To wash the tea containers, soak in tea water 1-3 days and rinse in warm or hot water. Do not use soap.

These natural unglazed, undyed clay teapots are treasured by tea lovers and people who collect them as artwork. The purple or red clay used to make these pots is found only in this region. The color comes from the natural color of the clay. These unglazed teapots will breathe, absorb, and enhance your tea's flavor. Each teapot has its own personality.

The Yixing teapots in our collection are suitable for making puer tea because they pour quickly and do not over brew the tea. Their smaller capacity allows people to comfortably enjoy the nuances of successive brews of tea. To wash the teapot, rinse it in warm or hot water. Do not use soap. After a period of use, the teapot will become shiny when it is rubbed with a soft, clean cloth.

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