Purple Clay Trivia: Xiao Meiliao Zhuni? A Place Name or a Kiln Site?
Purple Clay Trivia: Xiao Meiliao Zhuni? A Place Name or a Kiln Site? What is Xiao Meiliao Zhuni? Could it be a type of Zhuni clay Teapot fired in a small coal kiln?That's incorrect! The term “Xiao Meiliao” refers to a place name located about 500 meters away from Huang...

Tea News · May 07, 2025

Three Dated Tang Dynasty Tombs Unearthed in Changzhi, Shanxi with Complete Tea Sets
Three Dated Tang Dynasty Tombs Unearthed in Changzhi, Shanxi with Complete Tea Sets The Shanxi Archaeological Research Institute announced on the 18th that it had excavated and cleared five Tang Dynasty tombs and 25 Ming and Qing tombs at the Tang Dynasty tomb site in Qujiazhai Villa...

Tea News · May 07, 2025

Women-s Day: What Kind of Purple Clay Teapot Should You Gift to Ladies?
Women-s Day: What Kind of Purple Clay Teapot Should You Gift to Ladies? Nowadays, more and more people are familiar with purple clay teapots, and the number of enthusiasts is growing. Among them, many women enjoy Drinking Tea with these teapots, their graceful figures and...

Tea News · May 07, 2025

Purple Clay Trivia: Does a Teapot with More Spout Holes Drain Better?
Purple Clay Trivia: Does a Teapot with More Spout Holes Drain Better? What exactly constitutes good drainage? Everyone has their own criteria, and more often than not, we judge it based on an intuitive feeling. Some sellers might tell you that this is something you can...

Tea News · May 07, 2025

A Unique Flavor from Mt. Linchang: The Xigui Tea, Aroma and Sweet Aftertaste in Every Sip
A Unique Flavor from Mt. Linchang: The Xigui Tea, Aroma and Sweet Aftertaste in Every Sip Bathed in spring breezes, the heart is filled with the fragrance of Tea. In a perfect balance of temperature and vegetation, Linchang emerges as a prime tea-producing region along the golden latitude....

Tea News · May 07, 2025

New Transformations in Tea Ware Culture (Part One)
New Transformations in Tea Ware Culture (Part One) After Chinese ceramic art and Tea were introduced to foreign countries, changes occurred both in the external form and the cultural essence of tea wares.The following is an excerpt from Chapter Five o...

Tea News · May 07, 2025

Is brewing Oolong tea with a Gaiwan really better than using Purple Clay?
Is brewing Oolong tea with a Gaiwan really better than using Purple Clay? Oolong Tea, originating from Fujian, has a history of over a thousand years. Today, I want to discuss brewing Oolong tea: is it better to use a Gaiwan or Purple Clay?The majority of tea enthusiasts pr...

Tea News · May 07, 2025

The Most Comprehensive Atlas of Purple Clay Teapots Ever! Recommended for Collection
The Most Comprehensive Atlas of Purple Clay Teapots Ever! Recommended for Collection Round TeapotsHandle-Raised TeapotsSquare Teapots...

Tea News · May 07, 2025

Does faster drying of a purple clay teapot after watering indicate better quality clay?
Does faster drying of a purple clay teapot after watering indicate better quality clay? Analysis of identifying a purple clay Teapot using the method of pouring water over it.Article by LiuyitangMany teapot enthusiasts often use a particular method when assessing a teapot: they pour hot...

Tea News · May 07, 2025

Necessary Knowledge for Beginners in Purple Clay
Necessary Knowledge for Beginners in Purple Clay Purple clay has a history spanning hundreds of years, with extensive and profound knowledge. Gaining a thorough understanding of the intricacies of purple clay is not something that can be achieved ov...

Tea News · May 07, 2025