How do you season a Yixing teapot?
How do you season a Yixing teapot?
Seasoning Your Yixing Clay Teapot
- fill a pot with water, gently place your Yixing teapot inside (pot and lid separately), so that it’s covered.
- bring to a gentle boil and keep boiling for about one hour. (this will help to remove the earthy smell)
- wait for the water to cool before picking up the teapot.
Do you have to season a Yixing teapot?
When ‘raised’ properly it will enhance the taste, aroma and color of tea and also become more valuable over time. The mistake that first time Yixing buyers often make is that they believe it can be used directly as steeping equipment. In fact, you have to season an Yixing teapot to make them ready to use.
How do you clean a Chinese clay teapot?
To clean a clay pot: Remove used tea leaves with your fingers, use chopsticks or bamboo tweezers if the leaves are still hot. Rinse the body of the teapot and lid thoroughly with warm water for at least 20 seconds. Rub gently with your fingers to remove any stains. Pay attention to the spout area of the pot.
Are Yixing teapots safe?
With its slow heat transfer, an Yixing teapot is also safe to hold and use without burning your hands. The special clay absorbs the fragrance of tea. If you well nourished and frequently used teapot in plain water, the water will start smell and taste like tea!
How do you use a Yixing clay teapot?
Step-by-step seasoning process:
- Initial Cleaning: Wash teapot in warm water and dry with a clean towel.
- First Boiling: Fill a pan with water just enough to cover the immersed Yixing teapot.
- Second Boiling: Very gently simmer the teapot together with the selected tea for 90 minutes.
How much tea is in a Yixing teapot?
The Yixing teapots are quite small, generally sized for 2-4 people, un-glazed and typically found in red, green, or black colors….How Much Leaf in a Yixing Teapot?
| Teapot Size | | | Leaf Amount |
|---|---|
| 2.4 oz | 1/2 to 2 tsp |
| 3.4 oz | 1 1/2 tsp to 3 tsp |
| 6 oz | 3 tsp to 4 1/2 tsp |
| 7.6 oz | 4 tsp to 5.5 tsp |
How do you deep clean a teapot?
For a deep clean: If you’re dealing with both mineral deposits and rust stains, combine 2 tablespoons baking soda, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and water in the kettle. Boil for 30 minutes, making sure that there’s always water in the kettle. Let cool, then rinse thoroughly and dry.
How do you store Yixing?
Store in the shade. It means you have been taking proper care and drinking heaps of good tea. With time you will even notice the taste and aroma change. Well-used Yixing teapots can be filled with boiled water alone, and the water will already have a good taste as if it’s actual tea.
How much are Yixing teapots worth?
For an authentic, excellent quality Yixing teapot, expect to pay anywhere between about $80 to $120. Though sometimes you will discover an authentic deal for slightly less, any teapot that cost less than $50 in price is most likely not very good quality.
What is the meaning of Yixing?
Yixing (simplified Chinese: 宜兴; traditional Chinese: 宜興; pinyin: Yíxīng) is a county-level city administrated under the prefecture-level city of Wuxi in southern Jiangsu province, China, and is part of the Yangtze River Delta. The city is known for its traditional Yixing clay ware tea pots.
Why are Yixing teapots good to make tea?
Round Yixing teapot is great for oolong teas, as it allows for proper air circulation and expansion of the tea leaves which will make best reveal of flavor of Oolong tea. Also, round teapots are considered a feminine design.
Which is Yixing for which type tea?
Green Oolong (Light Oolong)
How to choose a Chinese teapot?
Chinese Teapots – Choosing Size And Shape The first thing to consider when looking for a teapot is to select the right size of teapot to suit the number of people you will be making tea for most of the time. Teapots come in a variety of sizes but can be grouped in the following categories. Here is a handy way to refer to them:
