Bitter-Tasting Pu-erh Tea
The presence of a 'bitter and astringent' taste in Pu-erh tea does not necessarily indicate poor quality. Bitterness primarily stems from natural compounds like caffeine and tea polyphenols, which are actually more concentrated in tender young leaves—often a mark of higher-grade tea. High-quality Pu...
Tea News · Nov 30, 2025
Reasons Why the Bitter and Astringent Taste of Pu'er Tea 'Does Not Dissolve'?
The phenomenon where the bitter and astringent taste of Pu'er tea 'does not dissolve' is closely related to the ecological environment of tea trees. Through field research in tea mountains, it has been found that teas from ancient tea gardens grown in their original ecological environment have a bit...
Tea News · Sep 29, 2025
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