A Simple Introduction to the Six Major Tea Categories: Oolong Tea
Oolong tea, also known as Qingcha, is a semi-fermented tea. It is broadly categorized into two types based on processing: traditional robust aroma and modern light aroma. Oolong tea is further divided into four main regional styles: Wuyi Rock Tea from northern Fujian, Tieguanyin from southern Fujian...
Tea News · Jan 21, 2026
The Trilogy of Wuyi Rock Tea
Wuyi Rock Tea is one of the most complex and labor-intensive tea varieties, with its production process heavily influenced by human factors. Known for its 'beggar's appearance and golden value,' it offers a unique rocky aroma and floral fragrance, delivering a rich, lingering aftertaste. The art of...
Tea News · Jan 19, 2026
Ten Must-Know Little Facts About Anxi Tieguanyin
Anxi Tieguanyin, one of China's top ten famous teas, is beloved by tea enthusiasts. It was featured as the 'leader of the top ten teas' at the Shanghai World Expo in 2010. Known for its quality 'as solid as iron,' its traditional form is characterized by a dragonfly head, spiral body, and frog leg s...
Tea News · Jan 18, 2026
Sharing How to Appreciate Wuyi Rock Tea
Wuyi Rock Tea, produced in the majestic Wuyi Mountains, belongs to the Oolong tea family (semi-fermented tea . It combines the mellow sweetness of black tea with the fresh fragrance of green tea, embodying the precious qualities of 'liveliness, sweetness, clarity, and aroma' in a single cup. With a...
Tea News · Jan 10, 2026
The Roasting Degree of Wuyi Rock Tea
The roasting degree of Wuyi Rock Tea significantly influences its sensory characteristics. Light roasting produces teas with high floral aromas and lighter body, making them suitable for beginners. Medium roasting yields teas with more pronounced floral notes, a fuller and thicker liquor, and a mode...
Tea News · Jan 06, 2026
Drinking a Lot of Rock Tea, Yet Still Can't Brew It Well?
The flavor of tea is inseparable from the correct brewing method. While anyone can brew tea, to perfectly bring out the color, aroma, taste, and charm of a tea is no easy task. Tea, utensils, water, and the brewer are all indispensable, especially the need to understand how to brew according to the...
Tea News · Jan 06, 2026
Which Tea Category Does Oolong Tea Belong To?
Oolong tea, originally known as 'green tea' in historical texts, is a semi-fermented tea and one of the six major tea categories in China. It is believed to have evolved from the tribute teas of the Song Dynasty, such as Dragon Ball and Phoenix Cake, and was created around 1725 during the Qing Dynas...
Tea News · Jan 03, 2026
The Origin of Wuyi Rock Tea
Wuyi Rock Tea is produced in the Wuyi Mountain area of northern Fujian Province, China, and is considered the finest among Chinese Oolong teas, as well as one of China's Top Ten Famous Teas. The Wuyi Mountain region, renowned for its 'peerless beauty in southeast China,' features interconnected peak...
Tea News · Jan 02, 2026
Oolong Tea Classified by Different Tea Colors
Oolong tea, also known as green tea or semi-fermented tea, is named after its creator and represents a distinctive category among China's major tea types. Its origin is legendary: during the Qing Dynasty, a tea farmer and hunter named Su Long (nicknamed 'Oolong' in Fujian's Anxi County forgot to pr...
Tea News · Dec 23, 2025
What is Aged Tea
Aged tea refers to tea leaves that have been stored for an extended period, typically over 10 to 20 years, undergoing a natural aging process. The rarity of aged tea lies in its transformation over time. Starting with high-quality raw materials, such as premium Pu-erh, and stored under scientific co...
Tea News · Dec 22, 2025