To nurture Yixing clay teapots which some may refer to as seasoning of the teapots is a literal translation from Chinese word Yǎng Hú which means to help in raising, developing or caring for pot. YǎngHú is a meticulous process which needs patience and correct method. It is generally believed among Chinese teapot experts that a properly nurtured teapot is higher in value than a brand new one. It is believed that nurturing the teapot enhances the flavour of the tea brewed in it.. Just like when you raise your own son or daughter, a well nurtured teapot looks better, feels better and therefore performs better.
Below can be found photos of new pots and nurtured pots:
This photo is a comparison between a used and a new Yixing clay teapot ( Qing shui ni version)
This photo is a comparison of used and new Yixing clay teapot (duan ni version)
This photo is a comparison of used and new Yixing clay teapot (Jiang Po Ni version
This photo is a comparison of used and new Yixing clay teapot ( Zi Ni version)
The photos above are comparisons between used and new Yixing clay teapots (Qing shui ni version)
Learn from this video the right way to seasoning your new Yixing teapot :
Surely Yixing Teapot is the best brewing vessel for all tea lovers.
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