Purple clay pots are the jewels of tea sets, loved by tea lovers for their unique breathability and ability to absorb the aroma of tea. However, not all teas are suitable for brewing in a purple clay pot. So, which tea is most suitable for the use of zisha pot? Let's find out together.
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Types and Characteristics of Purple Clay Pot
There are many different types of Zisha pots, each with their own unique characteristics for different teas. The three main types of common zisha pots are purple clay, red clay and segmented clay.
red clay pot
Purple clay pots are the most common type of purple clay pots, with a deep color and good air permeability, which retains the aroma of tea well. Purple clay pots are suitable for brewing heavily fermented teas such as oolong tea, pu-erh tea and black tea.
red clay pot
Red Clay pots are brighter in color and have a high iron content, making them suitable for brewing teas with strong aromas, such as Oolong and Puerh teas. Red clay pots are slightly less breathable than purple clay pots, but they can better enhance the aroma of tea.
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clay pot
Duan Clay pots are lighter in color, mostly yellow or light green, with good air permeability, suitable for brewing green tea, white tea and yellow tea and other lightly fermented teas. These teas are more sensitive to water temperature, and Duan Clay pots can effectively avoid excessive steeping.
Types of Tea Suitable for Zisha Pot
When choosing the right tea for your zisha kettle, you need to consider factors such as the degree of fermentation, aroma and flavor of the tea. Below are some of the types of tea that are suitable for brewing in a Zisha kettle:
Oolong tea
Oolong tea is somewhere between green tea and black tea, with a rich aroma and complex flavor. Purple clay and red clay pots are both perfect for brewing oolong tea, enhancing its aroma and flavor. Rock tea and Iron Goddess of Mercy are good choices for oolong tea.
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Pu'er tea from the Pu'er region of Yunnan
Puerh tea is categorized into raw tea and ripe tea, and both purple clay pots and red clay pots are suitable for brewing Puerh tea. Raw Pu-erh tea has a strong stimulant and is suitable for purple clay pots to balance its taste, while ripe Pu-erh tea is more suitable for red clay pots, which can enhance its mellowness.
black tea
Black tea has a strong aroma and is suitable for brewing in purple clay pots or red clay pots. Purple clay pots can enhance the aroma of black tea, making it fuller and mellower. We recommend trying Zhengshan Xiaojiao and Darjeeling black teas.
Tips for the use and care of purple clay pots
When using a zisha pot to brew tea, you also need to pay attention to the following points to ensure the best tea soup results:
Choose the right water temperature
Different teas require different water temperatures for brewing. Generally speaking, green and white teas are suitable for water temperatures around 80°C, while oolong and black teas require water temperatures of 90°C or more. When using a zisha kettle, pay attention to controlling the water temperature to avoid too high or too low.
Regular cleaning
Purple clay pots have the characteristic of adsorbing tea aroma, so they need to be thoroughly cleaned after each use so that the residual tea scale will not affect the flavor of the tea soup in the next brewing. When cleaning, just rinse with water, do not use detergent.
special pot for special use
Since Zisha pots absorb the aroma of tea leaves, it is recommended that each Zisha pot be dedicated to one type of tea to avoid confusing the aroma of different teas. For example, specialize one pot for oolong tea and another for pu-erh tea.
summarize
Purple clay pots are a unique and beautiful tea set, suitable for brewing a wide range of teas. Choosing the right tea and zisha pot will not only enhance the aroma and flavor of your tea, but will also make every tea tasting a pleasure. We hope that this guide will help you find the best tea for your zisha pot and enjoy a better tea drinking experience.
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