{"product_id":"nixing-qin-quan-teapot-collection","title":"Nixing Qin Quan Teapot","description":"\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-8\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\"\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-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"7aae0582-0a5f-40a1-9d84-6aee7cf67705\" dir=\"auto\" 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\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"\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 Xi Shi Teapot (Approx. 250 ml)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"91\"\u003eDimensions: 5.5\" wide x 4\" tall\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQin Quan Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e showcases one of the most enduring forms in Chinese teaware. Inspired by the ancient \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQin Quan (秦权)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ebronze weights\u003c\/strong\u003e used during the Qin Dynasty, this iconic shape \u003cstrong\u003esymbolizes balance, stability, \u003c\/strong\u003eand\u003cstrong\u003e precision\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003ebroad, rounded body promotes even heat distribution\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the gently tapered profile and well-centered weight create a \u003cstrong\u003ecomfortable, balanced feel in the hand\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eClean lines, harmonious proportions, and an understated elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e allow the natural beauty of the Nixing clay to take center stage. Paired with a \u003cstrong\u003eprecisely fitted lid\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003esmooth, effortless pour\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Qin Quan is a timeless teapot that blends centuries of history with exceptional everyday functionality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQinzhou, Guangxi Province\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eNixing pottery (坭兴陶)\u003c\/strong\u003e is celebrated as one of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChina's Four Great Pottery Traditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. For generations, tea drinkers have favored Nixing clay for brewing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiu Bao, Shou Puerh, aged Raw Puerh, and other heicha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, appreciating the way it complements these richer teas without overpowering their natural character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clay undergoes a \u003cstrong\u003ereduction firing at high temperatures\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing its \u003cstrong\u003ecolors to emerge naturally\u003c\/strong\u003e. Every teapot develops its own unique combination of earthy tones, ranging from warm bronze and reddish-purple to charcoal and deep purple-brown, making each piece one of a kind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dense structure of Nixing clay excels at\u003cstrong\u003e holding heat \u003c\/strong\u003ethroughout a tea session, encouraging \u003cstrong\u003econsistent extractions\u003c\/strong\u003e over many infusions. The clay subtly \u003cstrong\u003erounds out bitterness, softens astringency, enhances natural sweetness, \u003c\/strong\u003eand\u003cstrong\u003e creates a smoother, fuller texture \u003c\/strong\u003ein the cup. As an \u003cstrong\u003eunglazed teapot\u003c\/strong\u003e, it gradually develops a \u003cstrong\u003eseasoned\u003c\/strong\u003e interior that reflects the teas brewed inside, which is why many owners \u003cstrong\u003ereserve one Nixing teapot exclusively for Liu Bao or another favorite dark tea.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\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":"Black","offer_id":49974434103539,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":49974434070771,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9486\/0322\/files\/nixing-qin-quan-teapot-1791798.png?v=1785195615","url":"https:\/\/teaandwhisk.com\/products\/nixing-qin-quan-teapot-collection","provider":"Tea and Whisk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}