Yixing Zisha “Ai Shi Piao” Teapot 160ml – Handmade Zini Purple Clay Gongfu Teapot

Low, steady and quietly powerful – this 160ml Ai Shi Piao Yixing teapot is crafted from Zini purple clay and designed for focused gongfu sessions. The unglazed interior slowly seasons with use, bringing more depth and sweetness to your favourite oolong or pu-erh.

Material: Yixing Zisha purple clay (Zini), unglazed interior

Shape: Ai Shi Piao – a low, wide Shih Piao form

Capacity: approx. 160 ml

Weight: approx. 143 g

Size: length 12.8 cm, height 6 cm, width 9.7 cm

Filter: built-in multi-hole ball filter at the base of the spout

Best for: oolong, pu-erh, black and dark teas, especially medium to heavy-roasted styles

This teapot is made for serious tea drinkers who enjoy the rhythm of gongfu brewing. The low body keeps the centre of gravity close to your hand, so each pour feels grounded and controlled. Zini clay is known for rounding off edges and adding a gentle sweetness to darker teas; over time the surface develops a soft sheen that reflects the way you use it.

Each piece is hand-finished, which means tiny variations in texture, proportions and details are part of its character rather than flaws.

Care

Rinse with warm water only and avoid detergents, which can be absorbed by the clay. Allow the teapot to dry naturally after each session. For the best seasoning, dedicate this pot to one category of tea and simply enjoy watching it grow more glossy and expressive with every brew.