{"product_id":"handmade-yixing-zisha-teapot-xiang-yun-zhu-jie-150ml-zini","title":"Handmade Yixing Zisha Teapot \"Xiang Yun Zhu Jie\" (Auspicious Cloud Bamboo) | 祥云竹节 - 150ml","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTeapot Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Xiang Yun Zhu Jie\" (Auspicious Cloud Bamboo) | 祥云竹节\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zini (Purple Clay) | 紫泥\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade | 手工\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yixing, Jiangsu Province, China | 中国江苏宜兴\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story \u0026amp; Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Name: \"Xiang Yun Zhu Jie\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Xiang Yun\" means \"auspicious clouds,\" the curling ruyi clouds that in Chinese art drift around immortals and carry blessings from heaven. \"Zhu Jie\" means \"bamboo joints.\" Because bamboo grows joint by joint, it stands for steady progress, and its name sounds like the phrase \"rising step by step.\" Together, the name wishes the owner good fortune from above and steady growth in life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is a broad cylinder that narrows at the waist and steps out again at the foot, giving it a poised, architectural look. The lid is crowned with a curling ruyi-cloud knob, while the spout and handle are both modeled as bamboo stalks with raised joints. One side is incised with a spray of bamboo, accompanied by the maker's inscription and seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Clay: Zini\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from premium Zini (Purple Clay)—the most classic and revered of all authentic Yixing clays—this teapot features a rich, earthy purplish-brown hue. Renowned for its excellent breathability and unique dual-porosity structure, Zini is exceptionally versatile, gently rounding out astringency and elevating the complex flavors of roasted oolongs, pu-erh, and black teas. With regular use, the naturally textured surface will gradually absorb the tea's essential oils, developing a deep, mellow, and beautifully warm patina over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about Zini and other Yixing clays in our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/zisha-teapot-knowledges\/the-soul-of-the-teapot-a-guide-to-zisha-clay-types\"\u003eguide to Zisha clay types\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"隐庐居 Hidden Brews Teahouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46400699957383,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/4798\/7847\/files\/lht11-DSC09410.jpg?v=1793594321","url":"https:\/\/www.hiddenbrews.com\/products\/handmade-yixing-zisha-teapot-xiang-yun-zhu-jie-150ml-zini","provider":"隐庐居 Hidden Brews Authentic Yixing Zisha Teapots","version":"1.0","type":"link"}