“Carving Bamboo” Handcraft Chinese Yixing Clay Teapot 200ml
“Carving Bamboo” Handcraft Chinese Yixing Clay Teapot 200ml
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The Carving Bamboo is a 200ml Yixing teapot made from authentic purple clay (zisha), with detailed bamboo carvings across the body. At 200ml, it's slightly larger than the traditional gongfu size — enough for 4-5 small cups per steep, which makes it handy if you're sharing tea with one or two people.
Product details
- Capacity: 200ml
- Clay type: Yixing purple clay (zisha)
- Craftsmanship: Hand-carved bamboo detailing
- Origin: Yixing, Jiangsu Province, China
Yixing teapots absorb the flavour of whatever tea you brew in them. After months of use with the same tea, the clay seasons and the teapot starts contributing to the flavour — even plain hot water poured through a well-used Yixing pot will carry a hint of the tea it's been brewing.
This works well for
- Gongfu brewing of rock oolongs, roasted oolongs, or puerh
- Sharing tea with a friend — the 200ml size is comfortable for two
- Collectors and experienced tea drinkers looking for a display-worthy piece
Joanne's tip
The 200ml size is what I reach for when we have friends over for tea at home. It pours a comfortable amount for two or three people without needing to refill the kettle constantly. I'd pair this with a bold tea — something like Big Red Robe or a ripe puerh that can match the character of the pot.
Seasoning your new Yixing teapot
Before first use, season the teapot to open the clay's pores:
- Rinse with warm water — lid, spout, and body
- Submerge in a pot of water (place a cloth underneath) and simmer for 30-60 minutes
- Brew a strong batch of the tea you'll dedicate this pot to
- Fill the teapot with the brewed tea and soak for at least 24 hours
- Rinse with warm water and air dry
Never use soap on unglazed clay. Simply rinse with hot water after each session. Over time, the surface develops a gentle sheen as the clay absorbs tea oils.
Shipping
Each Yixing teapot is individually wrapped in foam and boxed. Ships from Hobart, Tasmania. Free delivery on orders over $95 Australia-wide.
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Aged White Tea 2012 (Lao Bai Cha)
A good quality chen pi at a great price. Much better than the chen pi found in supermarkets.
I’m really enjoying this tea. Very smooth, an incredible tea to taste. Highly recommend. Will definitely repurchase and continue to try other teas you recommend. Thankyou
This is seriously a lovely tea. Smooth flavour and no bitterness at all. I usually like milk with my tea but no problems without milk at all. Will definitely purchase again. Thanks
This is a really handy little flask. Just the right size and the temp gauge is a great addition so you know how hot the contents are . Not too big or small just right😄
I love smokiness in most things so when I saw this Lapsang Souchong Original Smoked I grabbed a sample to try and I was blown away.
From the moment you open the packet the aroma of the smokiness hits front and centre.
With smallish leaves I eagerly brewed up. I was presented with a beautiful full amber liquid and the smoke hitting my nose was welcoming.
The only way I can describe this tea is it brings back memories of camping down by the creek on our farm burning pine cones. It’s like a warm hug being able to taste the smell. It reminds me of the smokiness in your clothes once you walk away from that fire.
Full bodied and lovely mouth feel.
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I had an issue with one of the teas I purchased and I emailed A Moment of Tea about it. That morning I received a email back from Zachary profusely apologising about the mishap. In the email Zachary thanked me for the email because they actually found an issue in the OS supplier and worked towards a solution with them that day.
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I'm very happy with the samples sizes in the Sampler pack, as it enables me to share cups with friends and family to find out what their particular preferences are. Many thanks.
Purchased these at a market on holidays in Tassie several years ago, having been ordering ever since! My whole family love the dragon pearls, beautiful green tea and pretty to watch open up.
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Very satisfying flask.
Aged Mandarine Peel 2016