Uncovering a Yixing Teapot’s Characteristics

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Uncovering a Yixing
Teapots Characteristics
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Yixing teapot is a  traditional gong fu teapot. 
Because of its special clay, it is much slower in
conducting heat and has better permissibility.
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Good Yixing teapots concentrate heat from the hot
water into brewing/steeping the tea leaves for
higher quality and taste.
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Due to its permeability, these teapots are more
durable and dont crack even with regular use. 
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After using them, a quick rinse with boiling
water is all it takes and they are again ready to
use. 
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At the bottom of the teapot is a chop indicating
the maker and a guarantee of long-lasting
durability with proper care.
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Yixing teapots are unglazed and absorbs tea oils
during brewing for better tasting tea.
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NEVER use the same teapot for brewing different
tea types. It absorbs odors and flavors over time
and will transfer these qualities to any  tea
that you brew.
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Remember to purchase one Yixing teapot for each
type of tea you intend to brew.
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