Analysis of Raw Material Indicators for "Good Tea" in Pu-erh Tea
The quality of Pu-erh tea fundamentally depends on its raw materials, which are evaluated based on several key indicators. First, the tea leaves must originate from Yunnan's large-leaf varietal, primarily from traditional regions like Xishuangbanna, Lincang, and Pu'er. The timing of harvest—spring,...
Tea News · Feb 10, 2026
MATCHA / PROTOCOLS: A Practical Vocabulary for Verifying Matcha in a Global Market
Matcha demand is rising across cafés, retail shelves, and global supply chains.With that growth comes a familiar tension: how to explain quality without oversimplifying it, and how to build trust with...
Tea News · Feb 10, 2026
【Tea ≠ Vegetables】Does Low-Temperature Storage Mean Putting It in the Refrigerator?
This article clarifies misconceptions about storing tea at low temperatures. It explains that not all teas benefit from refrigeration. For instance, black tea and oolong tea can be stored in clean, ambient conditions. Jasmine tea and white tea may lose their characteristic aromas in cold environment...
Tea News · Feb 10, 2026
Differences Between New and Aged White Tea
New and aged white tea differ significantly in storage time, appearance, aroma, taste, and health benefits. Generally, white tea has a shelf life of about two years, but aged white tea can be stored for 10 to 20 years, during which its flavor becomes richer and more fragrant. In terms of appearance,...
Tea News · Feb 10, 2026
High Alert for Misconceptions in Collecting Pu-erh Tea
Collecting Pu-erh tea involves several common misconceptions that require vigilance. Many mistakenly believe that older teas are always better, that collecting aged tea guarantees high profits, or that mold indicates quality. In reality, authentic teas aged over 20 years are rare, and excessive agin...
Tea News · Feb 10, 2026
What Exactly Is Being Fermented in Tea?
From the historical development of the six basic tea categories, China is the homeland and origin of tea, and also the earliest creator of various tea types with 'different degrees of fermentation.' As early as before 1600 AD, Chinese ancestors mastered the methods of fermenting tea, though they mig...
Tea News · Feb 10, 2026
Some Thoughts on "Aged Tea"
With the development of the social economy and the improvement of living standards, people are increasingly focusing on healthy diets and cultural life. Tea, known for its numerous health benefits, is gaining popularity for both consumption and collection. In recent years, a trend of appreciating ag...
Tea News · Feb 10, 2026