Jade Handle "Shi Piao" Glass Teapot for Tea

The pictures of this pot really don’t do it any justice. It looks especially great on a tea board paired with any of the glass cha hai featured on this site.
If you are a tea enthusiast, you likely have a teapot (or several) dedicated to the specific varietals that you regularly enjoy. I think that is a very worthwhile investment and would recommend checking out the great selection of artisanal clay teapots that YS has to offer. That being said, you probably need a brewing vessel for teas that don’t fit into your normal routine. A porcelain gaiwan is an excellent choice and something that I think everyone should eventually become familiar with if they are serious about tea (it really is so simple and, again, YS has some killer deals). However, for the price, simplicity, and effectiveness of this little pot, I think you’d be crazy not to take the plunge and add one to your next shipment.
It’s super easy to use, big enough for 3-4 people (depending on setting), and the little wire ball strainer is both ingenious and easy to clean. Also, unless you mutilate your tea leaves before brewing, the flow rate is SUPER quick.
Will it brew your favorite tea better than your yixing teapot? No. Is it an heirloom quality piece you will pass down to your grandchildren? No. Will you use it often? Yes. Given the price, should you put at least one in your next order? You’d be CRAZY not to.