The high density yet porous nature of the clay absorbs the smell of the tea brewed in it

famed for yan cha in general

Hand-made Yixing teapots are also valuable handicrafts sought after by collectors

To the west of the city of Lincang

foshou teapot black oolong_taiwan The high density yet porousThe raw, pitted surface of this pear shaped teapot, traces of wheel turning still showing, glimpses of metallic sheen alternating with a matte lustre, invites touch and tea into its pores. The lid has been notably embellished with a golden loop in the shape of a Buddha's hand citron (foshou), which lends this series its name. Though the exterior is open, most of the interior has been glazed, allowing some flexibility in its use with multiple types of