How to Arrange a Chinese Tea Ceremony Take a look at this rectangular tea setup—a standard tea arrangement diagram for right-handed brewing. The components are labeled as follows: Water Boiler (a vessel for boiling water) Brewing Vessel (a container for steeping tea...
The Purple Clay Teapot The purple clay teapot (Zisha teapot) is widely regarded as the best vessel for brewing tea, and for good reason. Here’s why:
When it comes to brewing tea, the choice between a Yixing clay teapot (紫砂壶) and a gaiwan (盖碗) often sparks passionate debates among tea enthusiasts.
The answer lies in a harmonious blend of cultural philosophy, practical engineering, and centuries of tea-drinking wisdom. Let’s explore the fascinating reasons behind their petite size.
Nestled in the misty hills of Jiangsu Province, China, lies the city of Yixing (pronounced “yee-shing”), renowned for producing one of the world’s most cherished tea treasures: Yixing zisha teapots.
Yixing Zisha vs. Guangxi Nixing: A Tale of Two Legendary Chinese Teapots China’s ceramic heritage is as rich and diverse as its history, and among its treasures, Yixing Zisha (purple clay) and Guangxi Nixing pottery stand out as two iconic...
