Chinese Tea Etiquette: Don't Be Rude While Drinking Tea!
Chinese people often host guests with tea. A seemingly simple cup of tea contains many nuances, from brewing to serving, tasting, and refilling. This article shares essential Chinese tea etiquette, teaching you the most traditional way to respect a cup of tea....
Tea News · May 21, 2026
Tea Knowledge | Black Tea Q&A
This article introduces basic knowledge about black tea in a Q&A format, covering the definition of black tea, its history and classifications, the characteristics of authentic Lapsang Souchong, the origin of Jin Jun Mei, the production and features of Yunnan black tea (Dianhong , and other famo...
Tea News · May 21, 2026
Are “Tea Insects” Good or Bad for Tea Itself?
Many people wonder whether small insects found on aged tea affect its quality. These are actually two types: small white “paper insects” that eat the packaging paper, and rare dark insects that feed on the tea leaves. Paper insects do not harm the tea itself, and can be removed by gently brushing th...
Tea News · May 21, 2026
Tea Amounts for Various Types of Tea
As the saying goes, good tea requires good water to brew. However, many people do not know that to brew good tea, one should first master the amount of tea leaves used. Only by controlling the amount of tea leaves can one better brew a cup or a pot of good tea. There is no uniform standard for the a...
Tea News · May 21, 2026
Rock Tea Brewing Methods You Definitely Don't Know
The author has long been accustomed to brewing rock tea, initially using a purple clay pot and white porcelain cups. Later, for convenience, they adopted a three-piece porcelain cup or a glass teapot with a stainless steel filter, suitable for office use. They believe that as long as the tea leaves...
Tea News · May 21, 2026
How Many Creative Ways to Drink Pu'er Tea Do You Know?
Chinese people have never limited tea drinking to plain consumption; instead, many complementary "ingredients" enhance both flavor and health benefits. Even Pu'er tea, a representative of "pure drinking," can be paired with various additions. For example, ripe Pu'er with honey is smooth and sweet, a...
Tea News · May 21, 2026
World Tea Big Data | Drinking Tea, Can't Stop
Currently, over 160 countries and regions with nearly 3 billion people enjoy drinking tea. China is the largest tea producer, but Turkey ranks first in per capita tea consumption. Studies show tea has significant health benefits, including antioxidant effects 18 times stronger than Vitamin E, reduci...
Tea News · May 20, 2026
How to Distinguish Spring Tea, Summer Tea, and Autumn Tea?
Spring, summer, and autumn teas are primarily distinguished by seasonal changes and the intermittent growth of new shoots on tea plants. Due to variations in climate, variety, and cultivation management, the harvesting period for each season differs. Spring tea is generally considered the highest qu...
Tea News · May 20, 2026
Tea Lovers, Come Answer the Questions!
This article answers seven common questions about tea, covering topics such as the brewing temperature for high-grade black tea, the distribution of tea regions in China, the impact of sunlight on tea flavor, whether more "golden flowers" in dark tea indicate better quality, the difference between w...
Tea News · May 20, 2026
Which Category Does Oolong Tea Belong To?
Oolong tea, also known as green tea or semi-fermented tea, is a distinct category of Chinese tea with a wide variety of sub-types. Produced through processes including withering, shaking, partial fermentation, and roasting, it is renowned for its rich aroma, sweet aftertaste, and significant health...
Tea News · May 20, 2026