Why do some people make so much noise when they drink tea?

They act as if they don't care about their image at all.

But, strangely enough, this way of Drinking Tea, though it may seem vulgar, actually has its benefits, and I find myself quite fond of it.

Making a lot of noise while drinking Tea might mean you're a pro.

In places like Fujian and Guangdong, where Gongfu tea is popular, people enjoy sipping tea from small cups, making a lot of noise in the process.

This method ensures that the tea covers every part of the mouth and tongue, allowing us to quickly and accurately judge the quality of the tea. It's all about being “fast and accurate.”

In professional tea tasting, there is also the technique of making a loud slurping sound while drinking.

Slurping loudly helps you discern the quality of the tea instantly.

When tasting tea, gently suck the tea into your mouth while making a “whooshing” sound.

The aroma of the tea hits the roof of the mouth, providing a strong olfactory impact. As the tea is dispersed in the mouth, it comes into full contact with the palate and tongue.

Let the tea linger for a moment, taste it carefully, and confirm its flavors several times.

Finally, swallow and use the back of the tongue and throat to feel the Sweetness, smoothness, and other textures of the tea.

Different people have different ways of drinking tea, which is perfectly normal.

Besides the loud slurping method, there are quieter, even silent, ways to drink tea:

Sip slowly and quietly, savoring the taste and sensations of the tea. Taste its acidity, sweetness, bitterness, astringency, freshness, thickness, and more. Feel the aftertaste, salivation, smoothness, and other qualities, achieving a “slow and precise” appreciation of the tea.

These two methods of drinking tea, one “fast and accurate” and the other “slow and precise,” each have their merits. Choose the one that suits your preference.

Why not try both methods next time you drink tea?

True tea is appreciated by both the refined and the common.

Making a lot of noise while drinking tea may be considered a bit vulgar, but it's practical for appreciating tea.

New tea enthusiasts should pay attention to controlling the force when using this method to avoid choking themselves.