Pu-erh Tea Storage
Proper storage is crucial for Pu-erh tea's value and quality. The tea must be stored in dry conditions with stable temperature and good ventilation to allow natural fermentation. Raw Pu-erh (unfermented improves with age, while ripe Pu-erh (fermented remains stable. Storage areas must be free from...
Tea News · Nov 27, 2025
Pu-erh Tea Brewing Techniques
Pu-erh tea offers numerous health benefits, particularly for weight loss, though many are unfamiliar with its proper brewing method. To fully extract its flavor, Pu-erh tea must be brewed with boiling water. The process involves placing about 10 grams of tea leaves in a filter cup, rinsing them brie...
Tea News · Nov 27, 2025
Pu-erh Tea Tasting Techniques
Pu-erh tea requires specific brewing techniques to fully appreciate its unique characteristics. Use a large-bellied teapot, preferably ceramic or purple clay, with tea leaves occupying about 20% of the pot space. Allow compressed tea cakes to aerate for two weeks before brewing. Essential steps incl...
Tea News · Nov 27, 2025
Science Post: Do You Really Know About Tea Buds?
Tea buds are the embryonic forms of tea shoots and flowers during the developmental process of tea trees. Young buds typically appear tender yellow, oily, and covered with fine hairs, which turn green and shed as the leaves mature. Tea buds are classified based on their characteristics and growth pa...
Tea News · Nov 27, 2025
The Origin of Off-Flavors in Ripe Pu-erh Tea
The off-flavors in ripe Pu-erh tea primarily stem from fermentation techniques. Sour taste commonly results from incomplete fermentation (below 70% maturity , while the distinct 'pile fermentation flavor' emerges during microbial processing. These characteristics form unique flavor profiles that may...
Tea News · Nov 26, 2025
Pu'er Encyclopedia: The Impact of Manual and Machine Killing on the Transformation Effect of Raw Pu'er
This article explores the differences between manual and machine killing-green processes in raw Pu'er production. Manual killing (wok-based relies on the master's experience to maintain leaf temperature below 75°C, preserving enzyme activity crucial for aging, though it may produce black spots. Mac...
Tea News · Nov 26, 2025
Personality Determines Lifespan: Excessive Optimism May Lead to Earlier Death
Recent research reveals that personality traits significantly impact health and longevity. While optimism has positive aspects, excessive optimism can lead to neglect of health issues and earlier mortality. Anxious personalities should protect their stomachs, irritable types face higher cancer risks...
Tea News · Nov 26, 2025
Let You Know About Green Tea
The article shares a personal experience discovering green tea in Hangzhou, contrasting it with the tea culture in Shantou. It describes the ritual of tasting premium Longjing tea, explains different types of green tea and their health benefits, and observes how green tea consumption is growing in S...
Tea News · Nov 26, 2025
Learn About Green Tea
The article describes the author's experience with green tea in Hangzhou, particularly Longjing tea. It contrasts the purchase of expensive packaged tea by a tourist with the author's more knowledgeable approach of tasting different grades of loose-leaf tea. The piece delves into green tea varieties...
Tea News · Nov 26, 2025
Functional Requirements for Ceramic Tea Sets
This article details the functional requirements for various components of ceramic tea sets, focusing on practicality and user experience. For teapots, it emphasizes the importance of a wide opening for easy tea insertion and residue removal, optimal spout design for smooth water flow and clean cutt...
Tea News · Nov 26, 2025