What is Nixing pottery?

Nixing pottery is a 1,300-year-old ceramic craft from Qinzhou, Guangxi, China. Made from special purple and red clay, it is one of Chinas Four Famous Potteries and prized for enhancing tea flavor.

How do I care for my Nixing teapot?

Rinse with hot water before and after each use. Never use soap. Dry thoroughly. Season by using one type of tea per pot for best flavor development.

Is Nixing pottery safe for brewing tea?

Yes. Nixing pottery is fired at high temperatures and is completely safe. It is lead-free and cadmium-free, meeting international food safety standards.

What tea pairs best with Nixing pottery?

Nixing pottery excels with aged dark teas like Liubao and Pu-erh. The porous clay enhances aroma and smoothness, particularly for post-fermented teas.

Nixing Pottery

Long Xing Tian Xia Nixing Pottery Tea Set

Name: Long Xing Tian Xia Nixing Pottery Tea Set - liubaocha.shop
Brand: Liubao Tea
SKU: POT-LXTX
Availability: InStock

Price range: $39.90 through $529.00

Drawing from the symbolic power of the dragon, this collection represents strength, authority, and the spirit of soaring across the seas. The dragon motif is paired with a swirling “Knot” pattern inspired by Neolithic pottery and ancient bronze thunder patterns, symbolizing continuous prosperity and vitality.

Crafted from Nixing clay, each piece in this series carries the cultural heritage of a thousand-year-old craft, bringing together traditional symbolism and modern tea ceremony.

Set Type

Clear

100% Authentic Wuzhou Origin FDA + ICR Certified Secure SSL Checkout Worldwide Shipping 30-Day Return Policy

SKU: POT-LXTX Category: Nixing Pottery Brand: Millennium Ancient Pottery - Nixing Pottery Logo

About This Collection

Long Xing Tian Xia (Dragon Soars Across the World) Nixing Pottery Tea Set draws inspiration from the mythic dragon, a symbol of power, wisdom, and good fortune in Chinese culture. The flowing lines of each piece evoke the dragon’s graceful movement through clouds and water.Master carvers etch subtle dragon motifs onto the teapot and cups, creating a design that reveals itself upon closer inspection. The Nixing clay’s natural color variation adds depth to each piece, ensuring no two sets are exactly alike.Set includes: Dragon-motif teapot, fairness pitcher, 6 tasting cups, and presentation box.

Craftsmanship

Handcrafted in Qinzhou, Guangxi — the historic birthplace of Nixing pottery. Each piece is made from locally sourced purple clay, hand-shaped, intricately carved, and kiln-fired using traditional techniques passed down through generations. The unique firing process produces subtle color variations, making every piece one of a kind.

Tea Pairing Guide

Best with: aged Liubao tea, Pu-erh, and other fermented dark teas

Nixing pottery is renowned for enhancing the flavor of aged and fermented teas. The porous clay breathes with the tea, softening bitterness and amplifying the rich, mellow character of Liubao tea.

Care & Maintenance

Before first use: Rinse with warm water and steep with used tea leaves for 30 minutes to season the pot.

Daily care: Rinse with warm water after each use. Never use soap or detergent.

Storage: Air dry completely before storing. Keep the lid slightly ajar.

Product Specifications

Product Specifications
Product Name	Long Xing Tian Xia Nixing Pottery Tea Set
Design Theme	Dragon rising to power (龙行天下) — dragon relief
Material	Qinzhou Nixing purple clay (坭兴陶)
Origin	Qinzhou, Guangxi, China
Craftsmanship	Handmade, hand-carved relief, traditional kiln firing
Firing	Traditional wood/kiln firing — natural color variation (no two pieces identical)
Set Type	Teapot, Cup, Full Set options
Capacity	Teapot ~150–250ml; Cup ~50–80ml (varies by set type)
Weight	Varies by set type (teapot ~300–500g; full set ~1.5–3kg)
Dimensions	Varies by set type; teapot ~H8–12cm × W12–16cm
Tea Pairing	Ideal for Liubao dark tea, Pu-erh, and aged/heavily fermented teas; enhances aged aroma and smoothness
Care & Maintenance	Hand wash only with warm water; avoid soap/dishwasher; dry thoroughly; season before first use
Shipping Protection	Securely packaged with custom foam protection; international shipping with tracking
Workshop	Qinzhou Nixing Pottery Cooperative — Guangxi Intangible Cultural Heritage

Set Type	2 Cups Set, 4 Cups Set, 6 Cups Set, Single Cup, Single Teapot, Teapot + 2 Cups, Teapot + 4 Cups, Teapot + 6 Cups

Reviews

There are no reviews yet.

Be the first to review “Long Xing Tian Xia Nixing Pottery Tea Set”