Yixing Zisha Teapot 200cc – Purple Clay – Xishi

Compact, balanced, and easy to live with — the quiet virtues of a good teapot. Pouring 200cc at a time, it serves solo gongfu sessions well.

The material here is purple clay, the Yixing standard prized for its balanced, forgiving character. Each clay has its own character; this pot's is written all over its surface, which is exactly what you want in a daily brewer. In practice, opening under the lid is wide enough for easy leaf loading. Compact size keeps water hot and opens leaves fast, and the small comforts add up. What I like: dedicate it to one tea family — oolong, pu-erh, or black — and the flavor deepens over months.

Wrap it well and it travels safely — teapots this size are sturdy travelers. Add it to the tea table and watch it become the default. This pot will outlast trends, fads, and probably your kettle.