Handmade Yixing Zisha Teapot "Long Dan" (Dragon Egg) | 龙旦 - 180ml

• Teapot Style: "Long Dan" (Dragon Egg) | 龙旦
• Material: Original Ore Zhuni (Vermilion Clay) | 原矿朱泥
• Craftsmanship: Fully Handmade | 全手工
• Origin: Yixing, Jiangsu Province, China | 中国江苏宜兴
• Capacity: 180 ml

Product Story & Description

The Name: "Long Dan" (Dragon Egg)

The "Long Dan" is a classic and highly revered shape in Yixing teapot artistry. In Chinese culture, the egg symbolizes the origin of life, new beginnings, and vitality. Paired with the "Dragon," a revered symbol of auspiciousness and supreme power, the Dragon Egg teapot represents profound blessings for prosperity, perfection, and enduring good fortune.

Design & Craftsmanship

The design is celebrated for its minimalist, unadorned beauty, featuring a perfectly rounded, egg-like body that transitions seamlessly into a short, straight spout and a graceful inverted-ear loop handle. The button-like lid knob completes its harmonious proportions. The smooth curves make it incredibly comfortable to hold and pour.

Zhu Ni (along with the broader Hong Ni family) is known for its delicate texture and striking appearance. After firing, it features a beautiful color that ranges from bright orange to deep red. When showered with hot water, the clay beautifully comes alive, quickly flushing to a vibrant, bright red that sometimes exhibits a subtle, wandering purple glow.

Zhu Ni is characterized by its high density and low porosity. Because of this dense structure, the clay does not absorb the tea's fragrance. Instead, it acts to lock in and retain the delicate aromas of the tea leaves. 

Recommended Users

Due to its exceptional ability to preserve fragrance, Zhu Ni is perfectly suited for highly aromatic teas. The article highly recommends pairing Zhu Ni teapots with: Light Oolongs (such as Tieguanyin and Dancong).