Yixing Zisha Teapot 290cc – Purple Clay – Green Good Luck Tea – Two-Tone Handle And Spout Egg-Shaped Body

A well-made pot needs no sales pitch; it just needs to be held. Look for the beast lid knob — it gives this piece its personality. Check the photos for the egg-shaped body; it is finished neatly and sits naturally in the design. A 290cc capacity puts it squarely in the range for small gatherings of two or three.

This one is made of purple clay, the Yixing standard prized for its balanced, forgiving character. The clay's heat retention suits oolongs and pu-erh that like a steady temperature, which makes daily brewing just a little easier. Spout, handle, and body are balanced so the pot feels right when full — simple, and exactly right. Look closely and foot ring is trimmed clean with the maker's stamp underneath. The clay remembers every tea, so the hundredth pot tastes better than the first, which makes daily brewing just a little easier. Never use soap on unglazed clay; hot water and a soft cloth are enough — the photos do not exaggerate. Among the details in the photos, the two-tone handle and spout stands out without shouting.

A dependable daily brewer with classic Yixing looks. The best review is a pot that gets used every day.