The "Pan Hu" teapot is an exquisite example of Yixing craftsmanship, made from the revered Zi Ni (Raw Purple Mud) clay, celebrated for its quality and the unique taste it imparts to the tea. With a capacity of approximately 130ml, it is perfectly sized for the Gongfu Chadao, the Chinese art of tea, allowing for multiple infusions of tea leaves to savor their evolving flavor.
Each of our Yixing teapots comes with a certificate of authenticity issued by the author, providing assurance of its craftsmanship and origin. This teapot boasts a classic design that meets our meticulous standards in various aspects:
- Appearance: The "Pan Hu" teapot presents an elegant silhouette, ensuring it sits level without any crooked or tilted aspects. Its color is natural, showcasing the distinctive hue of Zi Ni clay, and it possesses an earthy aroma indicative of high-quality Yixing clay. Attention to detail is evident from its external styling to the internal construction, with fine touches that speak to the artisan's skill.
- It should be noted that any residual odor from the packaging's adhesive can be resolved through standard cleaning methods, such as boiling water within the pot or brewing tea leaves to absorb and eliminate any unwanted smells.
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Certificate from the author: Authenticity is key, and this teapot's provenance is verified by the author's unique stamp mark, distinguishing it from mass-produced items. The stamp can be found on the certificate, at the bottom of the teapot, inside the lid, and on the underside of the handle, with some authors also opting to leave a stamp or carved words inside the vessel.
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Water Flow: The pour from the "Pan Hu" teapot is smooth and swift, a crucial aspect of a good Yixing teapot, ensuring a seamless tea service and an enjoyable ritual.
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Tea Brewing and Temperature Retention: This teapot excels in brewing tea, with the Zi Ni clay adept at maintaining the temperature, which is essential for extracting the full spectrum of flavors and aromas from the tea leaves.
The "Pan Hu" Yixing teapot, with its modest size and superior qualities, is not just a teapot but a legacy item, promising to enrich the tea-drinking experience with each use. It is an ideal gift for tea lovers or a treasured addition to any tea aficionado's collection, embodying both the history and the living art of Chinese tea culture.