Pu'er Tea Origin - Yibang Ancient Tea Mountain
Yibang Ancient Tea Mountain, once the political, military, economic, and transportation center of the 'Six Ancient Tea Mountains,' is regaining its former fame as Pu'er tea gains renewed attention. Located in Mengla County, this area was designated as a tribute tea source during the Qing Dynasty, wi...
Tea News · Oct 24, 2025
Little Knowledge | Ten Magical Uses of Tea Leaves
Used tea leaves have multiple surprising functions beyond brewing. They can be used for beauty treatments such as tea baths to soften skin, tea bags to reduce dark circles, and DIY green tea masks for acne treatment. Dry tea leaves effectively absorb odors in refrigerators, kitchens, and closets. Ad...
Tea News · Oct 23, 2025
White Tea Drunk on Empty Stomach: White Tea Drinking Taboos
White tea, one of China's six major tea types, is minimally processed through sun-drying or low-temperature baking without fermentation. Originating from Fuding County about 200 years ago, it features white hairs preserved on tea leaves. Known for its health benefits including cancer prevention, blo...
Tea News · Oct 23, 2025
The Origin of Black Tea
Black tea originated during the Ming Dynasty approximately 400 years ago in the Wuyi Mountain Tongmu Guan area of Fujian Province, where it was initially known as Zhengshan Xiaozhong. According to legend, its discovery was accidental when soldiers passing through the area slept on tea leaves, causin...
Tea News · Oct 23, 2025
The Honors of Lapsang Souchong Black Tea
Lapsang Souchong black tea flourished in the 17th century and gained international acclaim for its rich, unique flavor. It was highly popular in European markets, especially in Britain, where it was praised by poets like Byron and considered superior to other beverages. Known for its tight, dark lea...
Tea News · Oct 23, 2025
Tea Poem: 2014 Ancient Tree Spring Tea
This poetic piece reflects on the transformation and essence of tea through vivid imagery. It contrasts the despair of wet storage with the fading legacy of aged aroma, while contemplating the sacrifice of picturesque tea mountains. The narrator considers abandoning the pursuit of prestigious ancien...
Tea News · Oct 23, 2025
Decadent Tea Poem
A poetic exploration of existential fatigue and emotional turmoil through the metaphor of tea. The narrator describes a state of profound lethargy, lying like 'a pile of rotten mud' while grappling with overwhelming beauty, lost love, and societal judgment. Tea becomes both comfort and 'spiritual op...
Tea News · Oct 23, 2025
Longjing Tea Should Be Brewed with 80℃ Water
According to the tea knowledge exhibition at the 11th West Lake International Tea Festival, there are many details to consider when brewing tea. High-quality green teas like Longjing should be brewed with 80-85℃ water, while black tea and scented tea require 90-95℃ water. Oolong tea and Pu'er tea ne...
Tea News · Oct 23, 2025
The Legend of Black Tea
Compared to other varieties of tea leaves, black tea emerged relatively late. There are two different legendary versions about its origin. Since they are legends, their authenticity need not be scrutinized; reading them is merely for entertainment. One version claims Lapsang Souchong is the ancestor...
Tea News · Oct 23, 2025
Black Tea Story
On a cold winter night, a woman brews a cup of black tea, its steam carrying her thoughts back to a significant afternoon. During a difficult period of marital uncertainty, she met someone at a riverside tea house. Over a pot of black tea, they discussed life, marriage, and responsibility. The warm...
Tea News · Oct 23, 2025