For centuries, Yixing clay teapots have been revered as the pinnacle of tea craftsmanship—not just for their beauty, but for their unique ability to enhance the flavors of your tea over time. However, before your new teapot can begin its journey as your tea companion, it needs a ritual called “开壶” (kāi hú), or “opening… Read more: The Art of Seasoning Your Yixing Teapot: A Step-by-Step Guide to “Opening” Your New Treasure

The “Beauty’s Shoulder” is one of the most poetic and elegant forms in the world of Yixing teapots, renowned for its delicate curves and symbolic inspiration drawn from classical Chinese aesthetics. Its name derives from the graceful silhouette of a woman’s shoulders, evoking imagery of ancient courtly beauty and refined femininity. The teapot’s body is characterized by soft,… Read more: The classic shapes of Yixing Teapots: Mei Ren Jian (Beauty’s shoulder)