Yixing Zisha Teapot 240cc – Purple Clay – Pine Tree Carving Black

If you brew gongfu style, you know the teapot does half the talking. At 240cc, it is sized for solo gongfu sessions.

This one is made of purple clay, the classic Yixing material that rounds out harsh edges in the brew. A seasoned pot pours a noticeably smoother cup than a new one; it is the kind of detail you only get from handmade work. Spout is cut to deliver a clean, unbroken stream, as it should be. Handle gives a secure three-finger grip, even when the pot is full; it is the kind of detail you only get from handmade work. What I like: over the years it becomes a record of every tea you have brewed.

Daily drinkers, weekend brewers, and collectors will all find something to like here. A solid choice for anyone building a gongfu setup from scratch. Years from now, the patina will tell the story of every tea you brewed. A pot this honest is worth picking up.