The balanced

we are reminded that its journey has not yet reached an end as the slightest hint of astringency can be felt

this tea is tranquil at first

gentle yet dry

The lid sits flush with the pot’s rim

wa guan teapot duanni chai yao oolong_rare The balancedThis exclusive teapot design was commissioned by us from the artist directly, yet could have been a thousand years old: A bell like profile, reminiscent of early utilitarian pottery, is paired with a domed lid, thick spout, elongated handle and matching arched knob, and, most notably, a carved design in bas relief ringing the body. We visited Master Ren Yi Xin in his Yixing atelier, sketching the profile and pattern we wanted and selecting the ore