Product Name: Water Boiling Kettle
Material: Red Mud (Pottery Sand)
Capacity: 620ml
Discover the authentic essence of Gongfu tea preparation with our Chaozhou Red Mud 'Yu Shu Wei' Water Boiling Kettle. This kettle, formed from fire-resistant natural clay, is free from chemicals, ensuring that the integrity of your water — and thus your tea — remains pure and unadulterated.
Honoring traditional craftsmanship, this kettle is designed for use with direct fire or electricity, with the use of an alcohol lamp or electrical stove recommended for a gentle heating process. It's crafted to withstand the rigors of regular use while maintaining the unique character of its sand mud composition, which may naturally exude slight moisture over time — a testament to its authentic material.
Before its first use, we recommend immersing the kettle in cold water for 24 hours, preparing it for a lifetime of tea brewing. This initial step is crucial for both cleansing and tempering the clay. Please note, to preserve the longevity of this exquisite piece, avoid rapid heating or cooling to prevent thermal shock.
As part of a whole set or as a standalone, this kettle is not just a tool but an heirloom, perfect for gifting to a tea lover or adding a touch of tradition to your own tea collection.
Note — why this kettle may “sweat”: This kettle is made of unglazed Chaozhou clay with a fine, natural pore structure. When it is heated — especially while it is new — tiny beads of moisture may appear on the outside, most noticeably at the bottom, much like sweat. This is not a leak: the kettle does not leak when cold, and there is no crack or hole. The micro-pores are there for a reason: while the water boils, they gently absorb impurities and off-flavors from the water — such as the chlorine taste of tap water — while the minerals in the clay soften and round out the water in return. That is why water boiled in a clay kettle like this tastes soft, smooth and slightly sweet, and why Chaozhou gongfu tea drinkers have boiled their water this way for centuries. The sweating is strongest at first and gradually lessens with regular use, as the pores take up minerals from the water and settle. It does not affect the kettle’s function.
