Not Suitable for Drinking: Smoky, Burnt, and Moldy Tea
Research indicates that heavily smoky or burnt tea, like other charred foods, can produce '3,4-Benzopyrene', a carcinogen. Accumulation in the body may increase cancer risk, making such tea unsafe. Slightly smoky tea stored for a period may lose its odor; if tested and found within safe limits for t...
Tea News · Jan 05, 2026
Summer Mosquito Repellent Tips
During the hot summer, people often seek coolness by taking evening walks outdoors, but mosquito bites can cause discomfort. This article offers several natural and practical methods to repel mosquitoes. Suggestions include using evening primrose, mint leaves, or dried tea leaves as natural repellen...
Tea News · Jan 04, 2026
Tea Cuisine: Clear Tea Kung Fu Pigeon Soup
When it comes to tea-infused dishes, many immediately think of Hangzhou's famous 'Longjing Shrimp'. This renowned dish not only preserves the tender color and fresh flavor of Hangzhou's river shrimp but also embodies the 'fragrant aroma and sweet taste' characteristics of Longjing tea, making it a t...
Tea News · Jan 04, 2026
Introduction to Baiya Qilan Tea
Baiya Qilan Tea is a premium oolong tea variety originating from the Daqin Mountain foothills in Pinghe County, Fujian Province, particularly in areas like Qiling and Jiufeng. It is renowned for its distinctive orchid-like aroma, refreshing and mellow taste, and prominent varietal fragrance. Develop...
Tea News · Jan 03, 2026
Burning Tea Leaves is Effective in Repelling Mosquitoes
During summer when mosquitoes are abundant, the best way to prevent bites is to keep them out. Burning tea leaves is an effective and non-toxic method for repelling mosquitoes, while experts caution against the overuse of toxic mosquito coils. Dried leftover tea leaves can be ignited as incense, and...
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
Shangrao Wuyuan Maojian Tea
Wuyuan Maojian has consistently been regarded as the finest among Wuyuan green teas. It is primarily made from tender leaves of the tea plant, undergoing deep processing and hand-frying to be meticulously crafted. As the tender leaves are covered with fine hairs, after being fried into green tea, th...
Tea News · Jan 02, 2026
Brief Introduction to Narcissus Tea Knowledge
Narcissus tea is one of China's fine tea varieties and a gem among Fujian's oolong teas. Its leaves are characterized by thick stems, long internodes, broad and fleshy leaves, high moisture content, and slow water loss. Originally from northern Fujian, this tea tree has existed for over a thousand y...
Tea News · Dec 30, 2025
Tianhu Green Snow Tea from Taimu Mountain in Fujian
Green Snow Sprout tea, originating from Taimu Mountain in Fujian, is a precious white tea with a long history. Legend traces it back to the mythical 'Tai Mu Niangniang' (Grandmother Tai , who used tea leaves from a wild 'Green Snow Sprout' plant to cure a measles epidemic. This ancient tea is consid...
Tea News · Dec 30, 2025
A Brief Introduction to Shou Mei Tea
Shou Mei tea, a type of white tea, is primarily produced in Jianyang County, Fujian Province, with significant production also in neighboring areas like Jian'ou and Pucheng. Its name derives from the tea leaves' resemblance to the eyebrows of a long-lived elder. High-quality Shou Mei is characterize...
Tea News · Dec 29, 2025