this was the second pot i commissioned by master Zhang Ke. Ian advised me in the clay a year ago and so it became a pot in Kui Huang Duan clay. The clay feels a little sandier than other clays and the pot is somewhat heavier. But what a beauty it is, well worth the wait! The skills of master Zhang Ke are second to none. It came in a beautiful box, well wrapped as always! i thank master Zhang ke wholeheartedly for this beautiful piece of art and Ian an Yi-Lei for taking such good care of their customers and making Yixing available for the broader public.
Zhu Sha gives very nice character to the skin. It is very well made inside and outside, the fit of lid is remarkable that only straight up will open smoothly. This is the second pot from realzisha and I am amazed of their quality of product and service.
As always very good communication and product is as described authentic and pure handmade
Amazing quality and well made for good price. Fit of the lid is perfect, and it will not dall off from tilting to pour tea
Craftsman Gu Xiao Ming's work with this piece is incredible. I am so thankful to have a piece as well made as this in such a small size for my expensive teas.
I'm very happy with this purchase, the clay is good and really have a softening effect on sheng puher. The craftsmanship is excellent and the communication and advice from the seller were very useful. Thank you!
Stunning teapot. The pictures don't do it justice. I'm pleased to have been allowed to add it to my collection.
great size for solo use
This is my third teapot by Craftsman Zhu Shu, and her work continues to impress. The "Gao Qie Gua" is a masterpiece of form and proportion — the balance between its height and rounded body is aesthetically perfect. The Tai Xi Di Cao Qing clay is outstanding; it handles aged Sheng Pu-erh with great precision, refining the taste while maintaining its depth. The craftsmanship is impeccable, and Yi Cheng’s engraving completes the piece beautifully. A sophisticated tool for any serious tea session.
Amazing clay and amazing care in making the pot. 🙏🙇♂️
Very good water flow, after only 20 ish session I can already smell a bit of the fragrance in the heating water clearly, when waking up the teapot.
Came looking exactly as the pictures showed. Clay is very nice. I love the shape, and it’s got a very strong pour. I was amazed. No clogging issues. The lid fit is perfect.
This is my second teapot from Craftsman Zhu Shu, and the quality remains top-tier. The Hong Jiang Po Ni is exceptional—vibrant and clean, it’s a perfect tool for amplifying the honey-like sweetness and delicate aromas of fine Gushu. The Jing Xin form is perfectly balanced, and Mu Shan’s Shan Shui engraving adds a magnificent artistic soul to the piece. A precision instrument for any serious tea session. Highly recommended.
wauw.. i like this teapot very much. It’s beautiful made, sturdy yet very delicate. I really love the little bird and when looking at the beautiful yellow of the clay, this pot makes me really happy. I tried it with black Earl grey tea and it delivers great. The high and fresh notes of the bergamot are highlighted. I am really happy with my purchase. My first polygonal teapot. Thank you team RealZisha for making yet another smooth purchase and thank you craftsman Fang Shi for this beautiful work of art.
The pot is beautifully crafted and has been a wonderful enhancement to my tea experience.
I am very happy about this pot. The shape is perfect, the look, smell and feel of the di cao qing are just right, the pour is fast and the lid is tight. Not a single drop is spilled. I expected nothing less but only after a couple of sheng brews I must admit that the completeness really sunk in. This pot exceeds my expectations. Thank you craftsman Gu Xiao Ming! Also, too few people mention the beautiful box the pot comes in as a final touch. Highly recommended
Excellent teapot. This rare Zhu Sha has a distinct, high-granularity texture and great thermal stability. It performs very well with high-end Gushu (like Guafengzhai Chawangshu, Bingdao, and high-altitude Yiwu), preserving the aroma while adding depth to the body. The craftsmanship by Gu Xiao Ming is precise, with a clean and balanced pour. A solid addition to the collection.
This is my first RealZisha purchase and my first yixing purchase. An experienced tea friend recommended the site. The pot arrived ahead of schedule in beautiful, secure packaging. It was a wonderful experience.
The little bird is so cute and small!! I knew the teapot would be small but I really need to look close to see all the textures and layers on the bird, I love it! I am looking forward to the journey of seasoning the teapot and all the sessions of tea drinking after that. Thank you Mr. Ian for the helpful communication and support. :)
This pot is even more perfect than the photos! So excited! It also arrived 4 weeks early from the expected date!
I own another yixing teapot, half-handmade, but the feeling of this one is different, specially the weight. The result is more robust, the iron ore spots more present, the handle is thicker which makes it more comfortable to use. Cheng Yu master though of the details. The pouring makes a difference also, the stream is more clean and serene. I've had a factory mass production teapot, the half-handmade (which I also love as my first), and now this one. It is worth the price. About the realzisha service, I'm in awe. It was incredible fast (just 4 days to Europe with the Express option) and the teapot is exactly the one in the photos. I can identify each one. Thanks you!!
seamless, light, perfect for 7-8g of Dianhong or Shou. thank you!
I love this teapot. The clay is the most amazing I’ve come across. It is so easy to get lost gazing at it. Per usual Master Zhang Ke’s work is stunning! 🤩
In honor and privilege to use, it is truly the definition of the deep trench clay.I've only read about legendary and it does not take away anything essential, but smooths out anything unnecessary that may interfere with essential flavor like smokiness or bitterness of tea and subsequent production method or storage. Gorgeous purple with the chicken eyes and just so poetry in the form of a Yixing teapot. It makes many great teas a much gratitude to the artist and the fraternity!
Zhu Sha clay is very beautiful clay on hand. The Shui Ping interpretation by artist Gu Xiao Ming is beautiful and has a good presence on my tea table.