{"product_id":"nixing-fanggu-handmade-black-clay-teapot","title":"Nixing \"Fanggu\" Handmade Black Clay Teapot 200ml","description":"\u003carticle data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-8\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"7aae0582-0a5f-40a1-9d84-6aee7cf67705\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNixing \"Fanggu\" Handmade Black Clay Teapot (Approx. 200ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fanggu shape, meaning “in imitation of antiquity,” is a celebrated traditional teapot design known for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erounded, full-bodied form, broad shoulders, gently curved spout, and graceful loop handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its balanced proportions reflect the beauty and simplicity of classical Chinese teaware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than relying on decorative carving, these iconic forms showcase the harmony of proportion, allowing the natural beauty of Nixing clay and the craftsmanship behind each teapot to take center stage. Finished with \u003cstrong\u003eprecisely fitted lids and smooth, effortless pours,\u003c\/strong\u003e these timeless designs bring both beauty and function to every gongfu tea session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in \u003cstrong\u003eQinzhou, Guangxi Province\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eNixing pottery (坭兴陶\u003c\/strong\u003e) has been admired for centuries and is recognized as one of \u003cstrong\u003eChina's Four Great Pottery Traditions\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its unique clay has made it a favorite among gongfu tea drinkers, particularly for \u003cstrong\u003eLiu Bao, Shou Puerh, aged Raw Puerh, and other heicha\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it is prized for enhancing texture while preserving the tea's natural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent heat retention and gentle breathability\u003c\/strong\u003e make Nixing clay especially well suited to post-fermented teas. It helps \u003cstrong\u003esmooth bitterness, soften astringency, encourage natural sweetness, and produce a fuller, silkier mouthfeel\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout a long gongfu session. With continued use, the unglazed interior \u003cstrong\u003egradually seasons\u003c\/strong\u003e as it absorbs trace aromas from the tea, making these teapots wonderful companions dedicated to a favorite Liu Bao or other dark tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Tea and Whisk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67795805339891,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9486\/0322\/files\/nixing-fanggu-handmade-black-clay-teapot-200ml-4030565.png?v=1792486697","url":"https:\/\/teaandwhisk.com\/products\/nixing-fanggu-handmade-black-clay-teapot","provider":"Tea and Whisk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}