Yixing Purple Clay Zhuni Host Tea Cup Zisha Handmade Teacup

Compared to Yixing purple clay teapots, Purple clay teacups are relatively less common. Because purple clay has a unique double-porosity structure, it offers excellent breathability and adsorption, which is why it’s commonly agreed upon that “one teapot for one type of tea.” Using the same teapot for different types of tea will affect, or even alter, the tea's flavor, and the same principle applies to purple clay teacups.

However, purple clay teacups don’t hold the same collectible value as purple clay teapots. Nurturing a teacup is clearly not as valuable as nurturing a teapot. The limitation of purple clay teacups lies in the fact that each cup is used for a single type of tea.

But for purple clay collectors and tea enthusiasts, purple clay teacups, as personal cups designated for specific teas—such as one cup for Pu-erh tea and another for Oolong tea—demonstrate a refined pursuit of tea culture and a focused passion. Over time, with long-term use, the teacup will gradually develop a unique patina, revealing a soft, lustrous sheen. This change not only reflects the passage of time but also embodies the user’s deep love and dedication to the art of tea.