{"product_id":"side-handle-tang-yu-zisha-teapot-raw-ore-qing-hui-duan-clay-250ml-gongfu-tea-pot","title":"Side-Handle Tang Yu Zisha Teapot | Raw Ore Qing Hui Duan Clay | 250ml Gongfu Tea Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe scholar's pour. The artist's form.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eside-handle Tang Yu\u003c\/em\u003e (側把唐羽) is a beloved silhouette in the Yixing tradition — its lateral handle offering a distinctive, ergonomic grip that feels natural whether you are pouring for one or for a table of guests. This piece is crafted from raw ore \u003cem\u003eQing Hui Duan\u003c\/em\u003e (清灰段), a refined variation of Duan Ni clay with a cool, ash-grey tone that deepens beautifully with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 250ml, this teapot bridges the gap between intimate Gongfu sessions and relaxed daily brewing — generous enough for a long afternoon, precise enough to honor a fine tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSide-Handle Tang Yu (側把唐羽)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 ± 10 ml (8.5 fl oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.5 cm (7.3\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.3 cm (3.3\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLid Opening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5 cm (2.2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9-hole spout filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaw ore Qing Hui Duan Ni 清灰段泥\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully handmade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Qing Hui Duan Ni\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eQing Hui Duan\u003c\/em\u003e — literally \"clear ash duan\" — is a rare and distinctive raw ore clay from the Yixing region. Its cool grey-ash hue sets it apart from the warmer tones of classic Duan Ni, giving finished pieces a refined, understated elegance that appeals to collectors and minimalists alike. Like all authentic Duan Ni, it is prized for:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural breathability\u003c\/strong\u003e — micro-porous structure absorbs tea oils over time, building a unique patina with every brew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent heat retention\u003c\/strong\u003e — maintains ideal brewing temperature longer than porcelain or glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e — raw ore clay, unblended and unprocessed, allows the true character of your tea to shine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiving beauty\u003c\/strong\u003e — the grey tone warms and deepens with use, becoming more beautiful the more it is loved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Side-Handle Form\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe side-handle design (側把, cè bǎ) places the handle perpendicular to the spout, a configuration rooted in the Japanese \u003cem\u003ekyusu\u003c\/em\u003e tradition but deeply embedded in Chaozhou and Fujian tea culture. It offers exceptional control during the pour — ideal for the precise, wrist-led movements of Gongfu Cha. The wide Tang Yu body maximizes leaf-to-water contact, making it especially well-suited for oolongs, dancong, and aged pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSeasoning Your Teapot\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse inside and out with boiling water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimmer gently in cold water for 10–15 minutes; cool naturally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrew and discard your first pot of tea — this seasons the clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour teapot is now ready for a lifetime of use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use soap — Zisha clay is porous and will absorb detergent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse with hot water after each use; air dry with the lid off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicate to one type of tea for best flavor development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle with care — a handmade piece deserves a gentle touch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"QIFU TEAHOUSE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44493007552563,"sku":null,"price":118.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/9976\/0691\/files\/1_88889114-5182-49b2-8735-c205ba55f246.jpg?v=1783329196","url":"https:\/\/www.qifutea.com\/products\/side-handle-tang-yu-zisha-teapot-raw-ore-qing-hui-duan-clay-250ml-gongfu-tea-pot","provider":"QIFU TEAHOUSE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}