{"title":"Teapots","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Yixing teapots, thoughtfully selected with the guidance of an experienced antique collector. Chosen to complement fine tea and elevate your brewing experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"teapot-1","title":"Neizi Waihong Shuiping","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"20\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"18\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"124\" data-start=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"40\" data-start=\"21\" data-section-id=\"1pr5atx\"\u003eCapacity: 147ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"69\" data-start=\"41\" data-section-id=\"151eym2\"\u003eClay: Neizi Waihong 內紫外紅\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"104\" data-start=\"70\" data-section-id=\"1vx6m1n\"\u003eFilter: Multi-hole ball filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"124\" data-start=\"105\" data-section-id=\"qtb92j\"\u003eEra: Late 1980s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"822\" data-start=\"126\"\u003eAs gongfu brewing has grown in popularity, preferences have gradually shifted toward smaller teapots. Larger pots, however, remain highly capable brewing tools and can excel with certain teas. Puer, Liuan, Liubao, and red teas often respond particularly well to lighter leaf ratios and longer steeps, revealing a different side of their character. This style of brewing can soften rough edges and make imperfections that stand out in concentrated gongfu preparation less pronounced, allowing the tea to settle into a more easygoing and forgiving expression. Larger pots can also be more forgiving for the brewer, making them especially enjoyable for relaxed sessions and unhurried daily drinking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1188\" data-start=\"824\"\u003eBeyond questions of brewing approach, older teapots like this one come with their own set of tradeoffs. Many are valued for exceptional clay and unique character, though they may also possess individual quirks not commonly found in modern productions. Part of the enjoyment lies in learning a pot over time: discovering its strengths, adapting to its personality, and developing a relationship that grows with use. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Journey Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48084032815363,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/8260\/6083\/files\/80_nzwh01_705401cd-4fe9-4f57-b26e-3724694ecae2.jpg?v=1779158766"},{"product_id":"teapot-2","title":"Zini Shuiping","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"18\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"107\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xj4xk9\" data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"39\"\u003eCapacity: 68ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gzzu1r\" data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"57\"\u003eClay: Zini 紫泥\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1urcom0\" data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"87\"\u003eFilter: Multi-hole filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qtb92j\" data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"107\"\u003eEra: Late 1980s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"473\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOlder teapots like this one come with their own set of tradeoffs. Many are valued for exceptional clay and unique character, though they may also possess individual quirks not commonly found in modern productions. Part of the enjoyment lies in learning a pot over time: discovering its strengths, adapting to its personality, and developing a relationship that grows with use. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Journey Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48084033241347,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/8260\/6083\/files\/2CBF8FE6-2A65-46BE-BEED-7795B3FAD0A5.jpg?v=1779755457"},{"product_id":"teapot-3","title":"Hongni Teapot","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"20\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"18\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"111\" data-start=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"40\" data-start=\"21\" data-section-id=\"1qgkd2v\"\u003eCapacity: 110ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"60\" data-start=\"41\" data-section-id=\"1klrk7g\"\u003eClay: Hongni 紅泥\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"90\" data-start=\"61\" data-section-id=\"1urcom0\"\u003eFilter: Multi-hole filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"111\" data-start=\"91\" data-section-id=\"t7yr9y\"\u003eEra: Early 2000s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"477\" data-start=\"113\"\u003eOlder teapots like this one come with their own set of tradeoffs. Many are valued for exceptional clay and unique character, though they may also possess individual quirks not commonly found in modern productions. Part of the enjoyment lies in learning a pot over time: discovering its strengths, adapting to its personality, and developing a relationship that grows with use. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Journey Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48084034781443,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/8260\/6083\/files\/C91CCD4E-876E-406F-B30F-6564E660B8B4.jpg?v=1779755250"},{"product_id":"teapot-4","title":"Hongni Shuiping","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"18\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"105\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"95ylu7\" data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"39\"\u003eCapacity: 91ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1klrk7g\" data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"59\"\u003eClay: Hongni 紅泥\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vfzokr\" data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"90\"\u003eFilter: Single-hole filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15o5dfa\" data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"105\"\u003eEra: 1990s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"471\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOlder teapots like this one come with their own set of tradeoffs. Many are valued for exceptional clay and unique character, though they may also possess individual quirks not commonly found in modern productions. Part of the enjoyment lies in learning a pot over time: discovering its strengths, adapting to its personality, and developing a relationship that grows with use. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Journey Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48084202062083,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/8260\/6083\/files\/90_shuiping01.jpg?v=1778237920"},{"product_id":"teapot-5","title":"Zini Teapot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"18\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"103\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"78dzvq\" data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"39\"\u003eCapacity: 89ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gzzu1r\" data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"57\"\u003eClay: Zini 紫泥\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vfzokr\" data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"88\"\u003eFilter: Single-hole filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15o5dfa\" data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"103\"\u003eEra: 1990s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"469\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOlder teapots like this one come with their own set of tradeoffs. Many are valued for exceptional clay and unique character, though they may also possess individual quirks not commonly found in modern productions. Part of the enjoyment lies in learning a pot over time: discovering its strengths, adapting to its personality, and developing a relationship that grows with use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Journey Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48084300005635,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/8260\/6083\/files\/01CE2601-D3B0-46A9-80A0-91841A29BF8A.jpg?v=1779755947"},{"product_id":"teapot-6","title":"Zini Teapot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"18\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"108\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r9sbo1\" data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"40\"\u003eCapacity: 240ml \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gzzu1r\" data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"58\"\u003eClay: Zini 紫泥 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1urcom0\" data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"88\"\u003eFilter: Multi-hole filter \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9i8v6r\" data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"108\"\u003eEra: 戊辰年 (1988) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eAs gongfu brewing has grown in popularity, preferences have gradually shifted toward smaller teapots. Larger pots, however, remain highly capable brewing tools and can excel with certain teas. Puer, Liuan, Liubao, and red teas often respond particularly well to lighter leaf ratios and longer steeps, revealing a different side of their character. This style of brewing can soften rough edges and make imperfections that stand out in concentrated gongfu preparation less pronounced, allowing the tea to settle into a more easygoing and forgiving expression. Larger pots can also be more forgiving for the brewer, making them especially enjoyable for relaxed sessions and unhurried daily drinking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"1172\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBeyond questions of brewing approach, older teapots like this one come with their own set of tradeoffs. Many are valued for exceptional clay and unique character, though they may also possess individual quirks not commonly found in modern productions. Part of the enjoyment lies in learning a pot over time: discovering its strengths, adapting to its personality, and developing a relationship that grows with use. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Journey Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48084342636803,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/8260\/6083\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-05-06at20.09.37.jpg?v=1778238328"},{"product_id":"teapot-7","title":"Zini Teapot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"18\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"102\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7b1p0q\" data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"39\"\u003eCapacity: 85ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gzzu1r\" data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"57\"\u003eClay: Zini 紫泥\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1urcom0\" data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"87\"\u003eFilter: Multi-hole filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15o5dfa\" data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"102\"\u003eEra: 1990s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"468\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eOlder teapots like this one come with their own set of tradeoffs. Many are valued for exceptional clay and unique character, though they may also possess individual quirks not commonly found in modern productions. Part of the enjoyment lies in learning a pot over time: discovering its strengths, adapting to its personality, and developing a relationship that grows with use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Journey Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48084635517187,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/8260\/6083\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-05-06at20.09.39_3.jpg?v=1778238496"},{"product_id":"hongni-teapot","title":"Hongni Teapot","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1990s Hongni Teapot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e112ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulti-hole filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18 second pour time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith thicker walls, this teapot has a notably solid feel in the hands with a nice weight to it. The lid fit is tight, and the overall construction feels sturdy. It has its own unique character and really is a pleasure to use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersonally, I feel this pot pairs especially well with dry-stored sheng puer. While zini is often appreciated for its ability to round a tea’s rougher edges, good hongni can achieve a similar effect while preserving more of the tea’s subtler aspects. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote on older teapots:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlder teapots like this one come with their own set of tradeoffs. Many are valued for exceptional clay and unique character, though they may also possess individual quirks not commonly found in modern productions. Part of the enjoyment lies in learning a pot over time — discovering its strengths, adapting to its personality, and developing a relationship that grows with use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Journey Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48296782332163,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/8260\/6083\/files\/FullSizeRender_63d76644-b812-4a1e-991b-bea1e8ba629c.heic?v=1780362418"}],"url":"https:\/\/journey-teas.com\/collections\/teapots.oembed","provider":"Journey Teas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}