Yunnan Sourcing Tea Shop Yixing Teapot
Best artisanal vessel for solo tea enthusiasts brewing dark, aged leaves.
This hand-crafted vessel uses porous Hei Jin Gang clay to coax deeper complexity from your Pu-erhs and Oolongs. It is a dedicated tool for the solo practitioner, sacrificing high-volume versatility for a precise, meditative brewing experience that rewards patience.
$68.00
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Yunnan Sourcing
Who it's for
- Tea enthusiasts seeking a pot that improves with age
- Pu-erh drinkers looking to soften and deepen tea flavors
- Daily brewers needing a stable and ergonomic pouring experience
Who should skip it
- Aesthetes who prefer a smooth, highly polished clay finish
- Casual drinkers who prefer brewing multiple tea varieties
- Impatient users wanting a teapot ready for immediate use
Performance breakdown
Flavor Enhancement
Porous clay composition significantly rounds out harsh notes in aged teas.
Heat Retention
Dense material maintains consistent temperatures essential for delicate brewing cycles.
Pour Precision
The DeZhong shape offers a clean, controlled pour for precise serving.
Artisan Craftsmanship
Hand-made construction reflects authentic heritage and superior attention to detail.
Lid Seal Integrity
Tight-fitting lid ensures minimal heat loss during the infusion process.
Solo Brewing Utility
Ideal 140ml capacity perfectly scaled for intimate, single-person tea sessions.
Key Specs
Capacity
140ml (+/- 10ml)
Capacity
4.73 ounces
Material
Hei Jin Gang clay (blend of Zi Ni and Bao Lan Zhu Ni)
Artist
Xia Cai Hong
Color
Dark with purple and brown tones
Lid Type
Removable
Filter Type
No Filter Required
Design Style
Minimalist
Server Type
Tea Pot
Includes Infuser
No
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