Da Hong Pao Pearl Yixing Teapot
200mL
- Capacity: 200mL
- Origin: Yixing County, Jiangsu Province
- Style: Yuanzhu (圆珠 “pearl”)
- Material: Da Hong Pao (大红袍) – Unglazed red Yixing clay
- Artist: 黄岑 Huang Cen
$260.00
1 in stock
Nothing interrupts the perfectly smooth, round “pearl” shape of this yixing teapot. Even its lid fits so perfectly into the mouth that it forms a continuous line with the body, while the short downturned spout and curved handle flow as a natural extension of its unbroken shape. The resemblance to a pearl is only enhanced by dark red Da Hong Pao clay of a grain so fine that the surface shines as if polished—even though, like all our yixing teapots, the clay remains unglazed. Truly distinguished without need for embellishment.
Da Hong Pao clay is a rare specific subtype of Yixing clay. Da Hong Pao clay has naturally higher levels of iron than any other type of Yixing clay. It’s known for its rich deep color and the bell-like sound it makes when tapped. Learn more about Da Hong Pao Yixing clay here.
We also carry a purple version of this yuanzhu “pearl” style teapot made from zi ni clay as the Purple Pearl Zi Ni Yixing Teapot.
About Yixing Clay
Yixing clay from Yixing County is prized for its high levels of iron, which holds heat and is said to improve flavor.
Unglazed Yixing clay absorbs aromas and flavors easily, and the tea you make in it seasons it over time. To keep within a similar flavor profile, most people dedicate a specific teapot for brewing just one type of tea, like rock wulong or sheng puer.
To clean, just rinse your pot off with boiling water. Avoid washing with soap.
