Is the Bitterness and Astringency of Pu-erh Tea Considered 'Powerful'?
This article clarifies a common misconception about Pu-erh tea, explaining that its quality is not defined by bitterness, astringency, or a 'powerful' profile alone. It highlights how Yunnan's diverse climate creates unique 'mountain flavors' across different tea regions. The piece distinguishes bet...
Tea News · Dec 03, 2025
The Beauty of Aged Pu'er Tea Needs to Be Savored Slowly
The unique climate of Yunnan, where the weather varies within short distances, gives Pu'er tea its distinctive 'one mountain, one flavor' and 'ten mountains, ten flavors' characteristics. Different regions produce teas with entirely unique shapes, colors, aromas, and qualities. Not all good teas are...
Tea News · Jul 10, 2025
Where Does the 'Astringency' in Tea Actually Come From?
Many people judge tea based solely on its initial taste, dismissing it as 'bad' if it is bitter or astringent. However, this is a misconception. The bitterness and astringency in tea are natural flavors, not indicators of poor quality. In fact, high-quality teas often contain these flavors due to th...
Tea News · Jun 19, 2025
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