Yixing Handmade purple clay teapot xisi teapot

I've bought two tea pots from this seller, and both are very good. This one is so-called Xi-shi pot, which has a very short pouring mouth. The other Xi-shi pots I purchased elsewhere would leak a lot when pouring due to the short mouth, I wouldn't say this one does not leak at all, but this one by far is the best. The finish is very nice, and the little bag and the calligraphic certificate comes together with the tea pot just add more appeals. Love the overall package!

It's the perfect size to brew just enough to fill a single teacup. It's more of a darker purplish clay in person compared to the more reddish-looking clay in the pictures but the difference is small enough not to bother me. It pours neatly with minimal spills. It doesn't have a weird chemical smell or a sticky coating on it that I've heard some cheap yixing pots can have.

The color is matte reddish brown. Good weight and balanced. This is made of the natural "Zisha" clay in a traditional shape and style for chinese gung fu tea. It is not glazed on purpose. I think it is supposed to absorb the tannins, flavors and aroma of the tea. Over time, it will enhance the tea brewed in it. This is best for brewing the darker tea that has higher tannins.

This is a lovely and beautiful teapot. It is very high quality and functions perfectly. I highly recommend it.

I was very pleased with the quality and the size of the tea pot