Reasons for the Formation of White Foam When Brewing Tea
When brewing tea, especially during the first infusion, white foam often appears on the surface. According to experts from the China Tea Development Research Institute, there are three main reasons for this phenomenon. First, it is caused by tea saponin, a natural compound found in tea leaves that h...
Tea News · Feb 11, 2026
Practical Tea Knowledge: Drink Strong Tea with Caution
This article highlights the health risks associated with excessive consumption of strong tea. It introduces 'tea-type fluorosis,' a chronic condition caused by high fluoride intake from tea, which can damage kidneys as they are the primary organ for fluoride excretion. Contrary to popular belief, st...
Tea News · Feb 11, 2026
What You Need to Know About Aged Tea Collection: Only Today's Good Tea Can Become Tomorrow's Aged Tea
The article discusses the rising trend of collecting and consuming aged tea, which originated from Pu'er tea's popularity and has now spread to various tea types. While aged tea offers unique tasting experiences and investment value, the market faces issues like counterfeiting, lack of standardized...
Tea News · Feb 11, 2026
On the Layered Sensation of Pu-erh Tea
The term 'layered sensation' is frequently used in describing blended Pu-erh tea, yet its meaning often remains ambiguous. Originally a concept from sculpture, referring to the visual depth and perspective in relief carving, it has been extended to sensory experiences in tea tasting. In the context...
Tea News · Feb 11, 2026
What kind of tea did the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties drink?
Throughout China's millennia-long tea history, numerous tea varieties emerged, especially 'tribute teas' and 'famous teas' cherished by connoisseurs and literati. This overview highlights notable teas from five major dynasties. The Tang Dynasty featured around 50 varieties, such as Zisun and Mengdin...
Tea News · Feb 11, 2026
How to Pair Tea Snacks Without Compromising the Tea's Character and for Delicious Taste
Tea snacks, or '茶点' (chádiǎn , are an art form that complements the tea-drinking experience. The pairing principle follows the rhyme: 'Sweet with green, sour with red, seeds with oolong.' This means sweet pastries like pineapple cakes pair well with green tea, acidic fruits or preserves complement b...
Tea News · Feb 11, 2026
Summer is here, to lose excess fat, choose tea first!
Summer is a crucial season for the body to detoxify, and drinking tea can significantly aid in this process. Tea helps eliminate toxins, replenish energy, clear lung heat, promote digestion, relieve phlegm, and soothe coughs and asthma. It also assists in metabolizing fat accumulated during winter,...
Tea News · Feb 11, 2026
My Tea-Flavored Life – Savoring White Tea
Recently, I have been frequently drinking white tea, which I describe as a quiet tea with medicinal properties. After several tastings, I have grown quite fond of it. White tea lacks the fresh fragrance of green tea, the mellow richness of Pu-erh tea, and the high, aromatic notes of Tieguanyin. Inst...
Tea News · Feb 11, 2026
Remember the 3 Kinds of Tea You Shouldn't Miss in Summer
As summer arrives, choosing the right tea is essential for health and refreshment. This article recommends three traditional herbal teas perfect for the hot season. Silver Chrysanthemum Tea, made from honeysuckle, chrysanthemum, Yin Chen, and licorice root, helps clear heat, detoxify, and soothe sor...
Tea News · Feb 11, 2026