The floating and sinking of every Tea leaf is a destined encounter, neither empty nor profound.

In an environment where one feels refreshed and tranquil, surrounded by true friends, one can truly appreciate the taste of tea. For tea must be savored in silence, while wine calls for conviviality. Tea has the ability to guide us into a world of contemplation about life.

—- Lin Yutang

When a person leads a leisurely and serene life, is at peace with the world, speaks softly, and smiles at the sight of flowers, they are said to have the “mood for tea.” On a winter day, in the snow, amidst wind and rain, being able to enjoy a cup of Black Tea is, I think, a blessing. The color of black tea is like the traces of red maple leaves. To me, the taste of black tea is reminiscent of the past.

—- Che Qianzi

I don't remember which English writer said that “the muse of literature comes with a whiff of wine,” and “tea only inspires prose.” But in our Chinese poetry, there is both the scent of wine and the aroma of tea, as in “poetry becomes clear from drinking much tea.” Perhaps this slight bitterness is the poetic flavor of tea.

— Yang Jiang

As the sun sets and the evening breeze blows, holding my cup of tea, though it's coarse, it has a wild fragrance, and though the water isn't great, it's mountain spring water. Suddenly, I put all the troubles, confusion, noise, and chaos behind me, and in the cawing of crows returning to their nests, I feel the pleasure of “what a cool autumn.” Tea has the power to cleanse the mind, induce calmness, serenity, and enlightenment.

—- Li Guowen

For those who indulge in Tea drinking, tasting tea helps one reminisce about the past and look forward to the future, helps one immerse themselves in creative thoughts, and also stirs up witty conversation among friends.

—- Ai Xuan

If one is free from distractions, inviting one or two close friends to sit in a teahouse sipping a pot of clear tea and chatting idly for several hours is a pleasant way to escape the world's worries.

—- Wu Qiushan

Tea should be drunk in a thatched house with paper windows, with clear spring water and Green Tea, using simple and elegant Ceramic tea wares, shared with two or three people. A half-day of leisure can be worth ten years of dreams. After drinking tea, one can continue with one's endeavors, whether for fame or profit, but moments of leisure are essential.

—- Zhou Zuoren

A good cup of tea allows me to observe everything calmly. Although tobacco and alcohol are also my companions, they are masculine—rough, passionate, and thoughtful, yet fiery. Tea, on the other hand, is gentle, elegant, delicately stimulating, and subtly comforting, feminine in nature.

—- Lao She