Where Does the 'Freshness' of Spring Tea Come From?
The fresh and brisk taste of spring tea, especially green tea, is beloved by many tea enthusiasts. This delightful flavor primarily comes from amino acids present in the tea leaves. Key compounds like glutamic acid and the tea-specific theanine contribute significantly to the umami and sweet afterta...
Tea News · Jan 24, 2026
Teaching You How to Distinguish Tea
This guide outlines a three-step method to distinguish different types of tea. First, observe the tea's color and taste: new tea is vibrant green with a fresh aroma, while aged tea appears duller with a deeper flavor. Second, assess the thickness of the tea leaves, which varies by season—spring tea...
Tea News · Jan 03, 2026
Do You Know the Classification of Spring Tea?
Spring tea refers to tea leaves picked and processed during spring, specifically between the Beginning of Spring and the Beginning of Summer in the 24 solar terms. It is further classified into Mingqian Tea (pre-Qingming , Yuqian Tea (pre-Grain Rain , and Guyu Tea (pre-Beginning of Summer . Mingqian...
Tea News · Jul 27, 2025
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