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Pure Clay, Meticulously Selected from Huanglong Mountain’s Original Ore

The Zhuni (Vermilion Clay) ore boasts a subtly radiant red hue with a fine, velvety granular texture. Its moderate water absorption gives it a warm, lustrous finish, exuding an enchanting charm that captivates teapot connoisseurs. When used for brewing, it produces a bright, lively tea soup—quick to release aromatic notes while enhancing sweetness and smoothness.

This Zhuni raw ore yields a dense, heavy-bodied clay with a vermilion tone tinged with an orange glow. Its translucent, jade-like refinement rivals the finest Zhuni teapots of the mid-Qing Dynasty. Large vessels are nearly impossible to fire successfully, while smaller pieces develop subtle wrinkles after firing, echoing the timeless elegance of ancient Zhuni ware.

Compared to standard Zhuni, the coarse-sand Zhuni variety is even more lustrous and easier to season, further enriching the tea’s aroma. Generally, the lower the mesh count of the clay, the larger its particle size—resulting in higher warping risks during firing, greater difficulty in shaping, and lower yield rates. Yet, this also enhances its pronounced graininess, breathability, and water absorption.