The Origin of Pengfeng Tea
Pengfeng Tea, also known as 'Oriental Beauty Tea' or 'Baihao Oolong,' is a premium Taiwanese oolong with a legendary origin. During the Japanese colonial period, a tea farmer from Beipu sold his entire exhibition stock at an astonishingly high price, leading locals to dismiss the news as 'pengfeng'...
Tea News · Dec 28, 2025
Introduction to the Medicinal Value of Anxi Tieguanyin
Tieguanyin tea is not only a naturally delicious beverage with a rich aroma and mellow taste but also excels among teas in its health and wellness functions. Modern medical research indicates that Tieguanyin possesses various health benefits beyond those of ordinary teas, including anti-aging, anti-...
Tea News · Dec 28, 2025
Hunan: Dark Tea Becomes More Fragrant with Age
Dark tea, a post-fermented tea made from steamed and compressed green tea, gains its unique value and flavor through aging. The secret lies in the 'golden flowers'—a type of beneficial fungus called Eurotium cristatum that grows during fermentation. This fungus not only transforms the tea's aroma by...
Tea News · Dec 27, 2025
The Origin of British Tea Culture
British tea culture has deep royal origins, famously initiated by Catherine of Braganza, the Portuguese princess who married King Charles II in 1662. Her dowry included precious Chinese tea and tea sets, setting a trend among the aristocracy. Tea became widely popular across Britain after the discov...
Tea News · Dec 26, 2025
Introduction to Gougunao Tea
Gougunao Tea is one of the precious famous teas of Jiangxi, produced on Gougunao Mountain in Tanghu Township, Suichuan County, at the southern foothills of the Luoxiao Mountains. This tea is distinctly different from others: its leaves are fine and even, a jade green tinged with dark green, covered...
Tea News · Dec 25, 2025
Introduction to Meijiang Cuipian Tea
Meijiang Cuipian Tea, originally named Meijiang Tea, derives its name from its origin along the banks of the Meijiang River. Created in 1943, it boasts a history of over 60 years and is a renowned flat-shaped tea from Guizhou Province. Primarily sold in Guiyang and Zunyi, it also reaches markets in...
Tea News · Dec 24, 2025
Introduction to Yang'ai Maofeng Tea
Yang'ai Maofeng is a famous green tea developed in 1960, produced at the Yang'ai Tea Plantation in the southwestern suburbs of Guiyang City. Its appearance is characterized by tender, even, tightly curled leaves covered in silvery fuzz, with a vibrant, green hue. The tea offers a rich, fragrant arom...
Tea News · Dec 24, 2025
Black Tea Classified by Different Tea Colors
Black tea is made from the new buds and leaves of tea trees suitable for its production, through typical processes such as withering, rolling (cutting , fermentation, and drying. It is named for the predominant red hue of its dried leaves and the brewed tea soup. Initially called 'black tea' during...
Tea News · Dec 23, 2025
The "Alternative" Uses of Pu-erh Tea
Beyond its esteemed role as a beverage for contemplation and tranquility, Pu-erh tea possesses a variety of lesser-known, practical applications. These 'alternative' uses range from household helpers to personal care solutions. For instance, used tea leaves can be dried and repurposed as filling for...
Tea News · Dec 23, 2025
What Kind of Tea is Used to Make a Tea Pillow
Tea pillows are known for their beauty and health benefits, particularly appealing for their ability to combat bacteria that can cause skin issues like acne. The tea leaves inside the pillow contain special components that resist bacterial growth, while the pillow's breathable, moisture-proof fabric...
Tea News · Dec 22, 2025