Nowadays, more and more people enjoy collecting zisha Teapots, not only for the rich aroma they bring to tea but also for their unique aesthetic appeal and artistic enjoyment. One aspect that sets zisha teapots apart from other tea wares is their ability to become more beautiful with care over time.

For novices in the world of cultural playthings, most believe that zisha teapots are merely used for Drinking Tea and appreciation and do not fall within the realm of cultural playthings. However, this is a misunderstanding – zisha teapots belong at the top of the lower five categories of cultural playthings and naturally fall under the category of cultural playthings. Many tea enthusiasts who enjoy drinking tea also like to handle these small zisha teapots with their hands. Over extended periods of human handling, the clay body of the Teapot becomes warm and simple, with an alluring luster. Below, I will share some tips on how to maintain your zisha teapot.

TIP 1: Keep it Clean

For any cultural plaything, I cannot emphasize enough the importance of cleanliness. Dirt and grime are the “archenemies” of cultural playthings, and once they become dirty due to dirt and grime, there is often no way to recover them. Therefore, maintaining hygiene and cleanliness is the crucial first step to properly handling cultural playthings, and the same applies to zisha teapots. For newly purchased zisha teapots, they need to be boiled in water and cleaned thoroughly. Used zisha teapots should also be kept clean inside, without any remaining tea stains. When not in use, zisha teapots should not be stored in sealed containers but instead placed in a naturally ventilated environment.

TIP 2: Brew Tea Frequently

To maintain a zisha teapot well, it cannot do without the help of tea. If a zisha teapot is left unused for a long time, it won't develop the elegant and refined aura through play. Therefore, no matter how precious a zisha teapot may be, it must be used to brew tea. Only then can its clay body continuously absorb tea water, resulting in a warm and glossy appearance later on.

TIP 3: Moderate Handling

Zisha teapots also require occasional handling. When handled, the temperature of the teapot increases, and its pores naturally expand, enhancing its ability to absorb tea water. Over time, the zisha teapot gradually becomes finer, warmer, and more lustrous.

TIP 4: Do Not Leave Tea Stains Inside the Teapot

Many enthusiasts, upon obtaining a zisha teapot, are so enamored with it that they leave tea water inside, believing it helps nourish the teapot. However, this practice is incorrect. Leaving tea water in the teapot for a long time does not aid in nurturing the teapot; instead, over time, the tea water can breed bacteria and produce various unpleasant odors. When the teapot absorbs these odors, it can affect the taste of the tea the next time it is brewed. Therefore, after drinking tea, make sure to clean the zisha teapot and set it aside.

TIP 5: Do Not Use the Same Teapot for Different Types of Tea

Experienced enthusiasts know that to achieve a zisha teapot with a classic and elegant appearance, it needs to be used for brewing the same type of tea over a long period. Over time, the teapot will emit a natural and fresh tea aroma. This is mainly due to the special structure of the zisha teapot, which has pores that absorb the aroma of the tea water over time, imparting a subtle tea fragrance to the teapot itself. If different types of tea are brewed using the same teapot, it can easily lead to mixed flavors.

TIP 6: Maintain a Good Attitude

This is also one of the reasons many people love cultural playthings – they can temper the player's disposition. Impatience and restlessness are detrimental to handling any cultural plaything, and this is true for zisha teapots as well. Playing with a zisha teapot involves daily Tea drinking and gentle handling, gradually appreciating the changes in the teapot. Thus, being short-tempered is absolutely unacceptable.

Using a zisha teapot is not just about drinking tea with it but also about engaging in a process of mutual communication and interaction. If you take good care of it, the zisha teapot will reciprocate by providing you with a better tea-drinking experience and a sense of beauty and enjoyment.