Yixing Zisha Teapot 100cc – Purple Clay – Hanwa

Shape first, decoration second — that is the logic behind this pot, and it works. The orange-red clay sets this one apart from plainer pieces in the same range. Sized at 100cc, it is built for solo gongfu sessions.

You are looking at purple clay with a fine grain and a smooth, comfortable hand-feel. The fine grain of the clay gives a smooth, comfortable hand-feel; it is the kind of detail you only get from handmade work. One detail worth noting: clay's fine grain gives the surface a smooth, almost silky feel. Rim is finished smooth against the lid. It packs easily for travel; small pots are the sturdiest travelers — simple, and exactly right.

The kind of teapot that makes the whole ritual feel a little more deliberate. It is the sort of pot that makes you want to brew more often. A pot like this turns a habit into a ritual. Your tea routine is about to get a small but real upgrade.