Round and plump pot made from craquelure Ru Yao porcelain, which will naturally develop an eggshell pattern as it stains from years of use.
This pot is 180ml, which is perfect for Gong Fu brewing in a group of 2-5 people but it is also perfect for those moments when you just want to brew a larger cup of tea with fewer infusions.
I use teapots like this when I am sipping at my desktop or out in the garden - infusing the leaves multiple times but getting more tea with each infusion so that you don't have to keep reaching for the kettle.
The pour is fast and through a three-hole filter.
Ru Yao - The porcelain is Ru Yao, which originated from Henan province in the Song Dynasty (about 1000 years ago). The technique uses iron to create a glaze with a glimmering lustre which will continue to shine. The firing process creates fine cracks in the glaze,e which will season with tea over repeated use and reveal a golden brown craquelure.
About our Affordable Range of Ru Yao Pots
We are continuously asked for less expensive Gong Fu Teapots which allow Teaheads to brew up delicious Gong Fu tea without spending too much money.
This range is the perfect balance between beautiful, functional wares and affordability. Do not expect the same tight-fitting lids and detailed perfection as our other pots whcih are up to ten times the price.
Pots like this are essential for turning tea drinking into an aesthetic joy without worrying about price or breakages. They make a perfect pot for gifting to anyone who wants to dive into the joys of Gong Fu tea, but are also great for seasoned tea lovers to have as their go-to everyday brewer.
