{"product_id":"xilu-fenghou-yixing-bronze-clay-teapot-200ml","title":"Xilu Fenghou Yixing Teapot — Handcrafted Ancient Bronze Clay, 200ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eXilu Fenghou — Joy, Prosperity \u0026amp; the Crowned Monkey\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Chinese tradition, the monkey (猴) is a symbol of cleverness, ambition, and auspicious fortune — and \u003cem\u003efeng hou\u003c\/em\u003e (封猴, \"to crown a monkey\") is a beloved homophone for \u003cem\u003efeng hou\u003c\/em\u003e (封侯, \"to be granted a noble title\"). Paired with \u003cem\u003exi lu\u003c\/em\u003e (喜禄, joy and prosperity), this teapot is a vessel of good omens — a gift that carries genuine meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from rare \u003cstrong\u003eAncient Bronze clay\u003c\/strong\u003e (原矿古铜泥), the \u003cstrong\u003eXilu Fenghou\u003c\/strong\u003e is immediately striking. Wide-mouthed, generously proportioned, and substantial in the hand at 403g, it commands the tea tray with quiet authority. The internal ball-filter spout ensures a smooth, controlled pour every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout Ancient Bronze Clay\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGutong (古铜泥, \"ancient bronze clay\") is named for its extraordinary fired color — a warm, burnished tone that evokes aged bronze vessels from China’s classical era. It is a visually distinctive clay, rarer than standard Zini or Duanni, and one that develops a particularly rich, metallic warmth as it seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts dense structure retains heat well and pairs beautifully with full-bodied teas — the kind of teas that fill a room and linger long after the cup is empty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw Ancient Bronze Clay (原矿古铜泥)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200ml ± 10ml — ideal for one-to-two person gongfu sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 403g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diameter 16.3cm | Height 7.5cm | Mouth 7.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpout Filter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Internal ball-hole filter for a clean, smooth pour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAged pu-erh, roasted oolong, and bold red teas — teas with presence and warmth that match the clay’s character. Also one of the most meaningful gifts in the collection: the monkey symbolism makes it a standout choice for Lunar New Year, promotions, and milestone celebrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cem\u003e“May your cup bring joy, and your ambitions find their crown.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"QIFU TEAHOUSE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44437316272179,"sku":null,"price":208.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/9976\/0691\/files\/1_1286e119-2e33-40c5-8ad8-35aa19735588.jpg?v=1781505028","url":"https:\/\/www.qifutea.com\/products\/xilu-fenghou-yixing-bronze-clay-teapot-200ml","provider":"QIFU TEAHOUSE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}