A Tour of Pu'er's 26 Ancient Tea Mountains: The Old Wushan Ancient Tea Mountain
Old Wushan Ancient Tea Mountain, located in Yunnan, is renowned for its unique 'Dancing Tea Trees'—ancient tea trees with slender, willow-like branches that sway gracefully in the wind, locally known as 'Braid Tea,' 'Vine Tea,' or 'Willow Tea.' These trees, aged over a century, produce tea with a si...
Tea News · Sep 01, 2025
A Tour of Pu'er's 26 Ancient Tea Mountains: Mengda Ancient Tea Mountain
Mengda Ancient Tea Mountain, located in Zhenyuan County, is renowned for its 'Cut Basin Tea' (Kanpenqing Tea , a celebrated Yunnan tea with a 400-year history. This tea, once offered as tribute, was recognized as one of Yunnan's八大名茶 (Eight Famous Teas in 1978. The remote Cut Basinqing tea garden, s...
Tea News · Aug 31, 2025
Dong Yue from Nanming Jiaren: How to Taste Raw Pu-erh Tea?
Tasting raw Pu-erh tea is a meticulous process that requires tranquility and focus. This article by tea expert Dong Yue guides enthusiasts through appreciating its key characteristics: aroma, sweetness, bitterness, astringency, returning sweetness, throat sensation, and smoothness. It emphasizes the...
Tea News · Aug 29, 2025
24 Types of Tea, Each with a Unique Flavor
Tea is not just a beverage but a profound cultural and spiritual experience. It can be savored, just as one savors life itself. Throughout history, tea has been elevated to an art form by figures like Lu Yu of the Tang Dynasty and Zhao Ji of the Song Dynasty. The essence of tea lies in its simplicit...
Tea News · Aug 18, 2025