Chinese Yixing clay tea shovel - Zi Ni Brown Clay

Yixing Zisha Tea Shovel: The Traditional Chinese Art for Perfect Brewing

Distinctive Features of our Yixing tea shovel:

- Authentic Yixing Clay: First choice material for optimal flavor preservation.

- Handcrafted by Master Artisan Mr. Xun: We have the honor of working with Mr. Xun, a virtuoso of the art of Yixing ceramics. Under his tutelage, he and his apprentices meticulously shape each cup by hand, ensuring a quality and authenticity that clearly stands out. This artisanal approach, combined with our commitment to fair pricing, guarantees the acquisition of a remarkable work, demonstrating exceptional value for money.

- Traditional Xi Shi Design: Iconic, elegant and timeless shape that embodies the art of the tea ceremony.

- Hand-Woven Ceramic Filter: Integrated for pure, residue-free infusion, revealing the complexity of the aromas of your tea.

- Zisha Clay: Selected for its beauty and functionality, it enriches the experience of each tasting.

- Perfectly suited for: Savoring teas with complex notes such as roasted Oolongs, Shou Pu Erh, and black teas. Our tea shovel are specially designed to magnify the richness and intensity of these infusions.

Mr Xun's Workshop:

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque town of Yixing, Mr Xun's Workshop is a bastion of traditional craftsmanship where the time-honored art of teapot creation is not only preserved but also passed on to the next generation. Led by master artisan Mr Xun himself, the workshop stands out for its commitment to ancestral manufacturing methods, ensuring that each teapot is a masterpiece of functionality and beauty. Mr Xun goes beyond mere creation; he is dedicated to teaching his art, training passionate apprentices with the hope that they will become masters in their turn. This commitment to excellence and education ensures that each teapot from the workshop is of exceptional quality, offering excellent value for money. Before leaving the workshop, all our teapots undergo rigorous inspection by Mr Xun, thus ensuring they meet the highest standards of craftsmanship. Mr Xun's Workshop is more than just a place of manufacture; it is a stronghold of tea culture, where tradition meets passion to create works of art that enrich the experience of each tea tasting.

Zisha Hu - Yixing Purple Clay Tea Shovel:

Originating from Yixing, in the Jiangsu province on the east coast of China, Zisha Hu, or "purple clay teapots," are gems of Chinese craftsmanship, famed for their exceptional raw material: Yixing's iron-rich purple clay. These teapots, with capacities ranging from 100 to 800 ml, come in a variety of shapes and colors, offering a unique and personalized aesthetic for every tea lover.

Their compact size, ideal for Gongfu brewing method, reflects a design thought for travelers. Yixing artisans shape these unique pieces using traditional wood and bamboo tools, before subjecting them to oxidation firing at temperatures of 1100 to 1200°C. The specialty of these teapots lies in their unglazed finish, allowing the porous clay surface to gradually absorb the aromas and essential oils of the tea, thus enriching the flavor of subsequent infusions. This characteristic makes Zisha Hu teapots the preferred choice for exclusive tea tasting, optimizing the gustatory experience over uses.

Thanks to their excellent heat retention, Zisha Hu teapots are particularly suited for brewing teas that require high temperatures, such as Pu Erh, Oolong, and black teas. Their thoughtful design and ability to enhance the characteristics of the tea make Zisha Hu teapots a must-have for any tea enthusiast looking for an authentic and refined infusion experience.