Nanming Jiaren Dong Yue: Why Is the Tea Soup You Brew So Turbid?
Dong Yue from Nanming Jiaren explains several reasons why brewed tea soup might appear turbid. Common causes include the natural state of newly made tea within the first few months, tightly compressed tea cakes or tuocha that break into fine particles during preparation, an abundance of fine hairs (...
Tea News · Aug 24, 2025
Dong Yue Talks Tea: What's the Difference Between Brewing Tea with a Purple Clay Teapot and a Gaiwan?
The article discusses the differences between brewing tea with a purple clay teapot and a gaiwan. Gaiwans, typically made of white porcelain, are praised for their neutrality and ease of cleaning, making them ideal for new teas. However, they lack insulation, which can be a drawback for older teas r...
Tea News · Aug 16, 2025
How to Brew a Good Cup of Tea
Brewing a good cup of tea involves careful attention to water quality, temperature, tea quantity, and utensils. Different types of tea, such as green tea and oolong tea, require specific brewing methods to preserve their flavors and benefits. For instance, green tea, known for its delicate taste, sh...
Tea News · Aug 11, 2025
How to Quickly Brew These 10 Types of Tea
Good tea must be brewed in the most appropriate way to bring out its best flavors and moments. Mastering the art of tea brewing not only ensures you don’t waste the precious tea leaves stored at home but also allows you to showcase your skills in front of friends and family, combining health benefit...
Tea News · Aug 10, 2025
Spring Tea丨Rhyme for Identifying Authentic Xinyang Maojian Tea
This article provides a detailed guide on how to distinguish authentic Xinyang Maojian tea from counterfeit products. It includes a rhyming口诀 (mnemonic rhyme summarizing key points for identification, such as brewing methods, tea leaf characteristics, aromas, and flavors. The article emphasizes理性评审...
Tea News · Jul 31, 2025
Stir-fried, Baked, Steamed, Sun-dried: What Kind of 'Dish' Is Your Green Tea?
Around the Qingming Festival, teas like West Lake Longjing and Dongting Biluochun are already on the market, while Liuan Guapian and Kaihua Wild Tea will be available around the Grain Rain. Walking through tea villages, one can see tea masters busy stir-frying tea leaves, marking another vibrant spr...
Tea News · Jul 28, 2025
The Life Lessons Tea Tells Us, Beneficial for a Lifetime!
Tea teaches us profound life lessons through its preparation and enjoyment. The 'Four Hearts of Brewing Tea'—patience, attentiveness, focus, and tranquility—reflect essential virtues for life. Different types of tea, like green tea, black tea, and oolong, each carry unique characteristics, symbolizi...
Tea News · Jul 19, 2025
The Precious Tea Classics Left by Our Ancestors Are Truly Admirable!
The phrase 'firewood, rice, oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, and tea' succinctly captures the essence of Chinese daily life. Among these seven essentials, only tea has transcended its practical role to become a 'Way' (Dao throughout history. Ancient tea classics authored by our ancestors have left us...
Tea News · Jul 17, 2025
Why Do People Like to Make Friends with Those Who Know How to Drink Tea?
In daily life, people who understand tea and are skilled in tea art tend to be more popular. Tea art is not only elegant and serene but also has a long history. Those who know how to brew tea and do it often are perceived as more approachable and likable. Tea is best enjoyed in a quiet environment,...
Tea News · Jul 13, 2025
What Do You Know About Kung Fu Tea?
Kung Fu tea refers to both a type of refined black tea and a meticulous tea-brewing technique. The term 'Kung Fu' signifies the time, effort, and skill involved in its production or preparation. In the context of black tea, it denotes a carefully processed variety, while in Chaozhou and southern Fuj...
Tea News · Jun 27, 2025