{"product_id":"yixing-bridge-knob-duanni-teapot-140-ml","title":"Yixing “Qiegua” Teapot – 140 ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA compact Yixing clay teapot, personally selected in Yixing, China.\u003c\/strong\u003e This form is known as \u003cstrong\u003e茄瓜壶 (Qiegua Hu)\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning an eggplant-shaped teapot. This 140 ml gongfu teapot has a gently rounded body and a distinctive T-shaped bridge knob on its lid. In Chinese pottery, the knob style is called \u003cstrong\u003e桥形钮\u003c\/strong\u003e. The uncomplicated shape, fine sandy clay texture and practical spout make it a welcoming first Yixing teapot as well as a useful addition to a regular tea setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose Your Yixing Clay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGolden Duanni (黄金段泥):\u003c\/strong\u003e A warm, natural golden-yellow Yixing Duanni clay with an earthy, finely grained surface. This version has a built-in \u003cstrong\u003eball strainer\u003c\/strong\u003e at the spout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWenge Zini (文革紫泥):\u003c\/strong\u003e A reddish-brown Yixing purple clay with a similarly understated, unglazed clay surface. This version has a built-in \u003cstrong\u003emulti-hole spout filter\u003c\/strong\u003e. The photos show the different filter details for each clay option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Brew\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden Duanni (黄金段泥) and Wenge Zini (文革紫泥) are two different Yixing clay types, each with its own color and texture. This 140 ml pot is a comfortable size for a solo gongfu session, or for sharing several small cups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend exploring \u003cstrong\u003eraw puerh, light-to-medium roasted oolongs, black tea, and aged white tea\u003c\/strong\u003e in this teapot. As with other unglazed Yixing clay, many tea drinkers like to dedicate a pot to one tea family over time so its aromas stay consistent. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It's Made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an authentic Yixing \u003cstrong\u003ehalf-handmade (半手工)\u003c\/strong\u003e teapot, not a fully handmade collector's piece. Half-handmade construction combines formed components with careful hands-on assembly and finishing. Its clean round shape, bridge-style lid grip and stamped maker's marks are shown in the detailed photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border: 1px solid #222; background-color: #e7f2e4; border-collapse: separate;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 16px 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eA Note from Leo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen I traveled to Yixing, I wanted to find genuine Yixing teapots myself instead of relying on pictures or descriptions from a catalog. Business had been slower for many sellers during my visit, and that gave me a chance to find some very good prices on authentic teapots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI picked out these two Yixing clay versions so I could offer a real Yixing teapot without the price usually associated with more expensive collector's pieces. They are half handmade, practical for daily brewing, and a good example of what I love about sourcing teaware in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 2px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOctober 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Leo, Tea \u0026amp; Whisk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 140 ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4.25 inches, from spout to handle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3 inches, including lid\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden Duanni (黄金段泥, yellow) or Wenge Zini (文革紫泥, reddish-purple)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Half handmade (半手工)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yixing, Jiangsu, China\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLid knob:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bridge-shaped knob (桥形钮)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in ball strainer (Golden Duanni) or multi-hole spout filter (Wenge Zini)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e One teapot and lid, in the clay type selected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each pot is individually finished and may not be 100% identical to the photos. Slight differences in clay color, texture, surface marks, stamped seals and finish are normal. The clay type and filter style will correspond to the option you select.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis listing includes one teapot only. Other objects, if pictured, are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse with hot water after brewing, avoid scented detergents, and let the pot and lid dry fully before storage. If reusing tea leaves the next day, refrigerate the used leaves promptly in a clean container rather than leaving them damp in the teapot overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tea and Whisk","offers":[{"title":"Golden Duanni (黄金段泥)","offer_id":67795512623347,"sku":null,"price":148.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Wenge Zini (文革紫泥)","offer_id":67795512656115,"sku":null,"price":148.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9486\/0322\/files\/yixing-qiegua-teapot-140-ml-8804143.jpg?v=1792486701","url":"https:\/\/teaandwhisk.com\/products\/yixing-bridge-knob-duanni-teapot-140-ml","provider":"Tea and Whisk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}