The Oldest Pu'er Tea Tree
Pu'er tea is currently a best-selling product in the tea market, beloved and highly praised by tea enthusiasts for its unique health benefits and rich flavor. There are many varieties of Pu'er tea, differing by tea mountain and production methods, with ancient tree Pu'er tea being particularly favor...
Tea News · Dec 02, 2025
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
Tea Basics (Questions 1-10)
This article provides fundamental knowledge about tea, explaining why China is considered the homeland of tea and why the southwestern region is recognized as the origin of tea trees. It covers the legendary story of 'Shen Nong Tasting Hundred Herbs' and classifies Chinese tea into six basic types b...
Tea News · Nov 30, 2025
Tea Knowledge and Culture (Questions 66-75)
This section explores Chinese tea culture through historical anecdotes and traditions. It includes the famous Seven Bowls of Tea poem by Tang poet Lu Tong, the origin of the 'Tea and Ink Both Fragrant'典故 involving Su Dongpo, and the etymology of 'TEA' from Fujian dialect. It explains Chinese tea vir...
Tea News · Nov 30, 2025
Illustrated Guide: Analysis and Comparison of Pu-erh Tea Leaves (Part 2)
Selecting tea leaves and judging their quality through leaf base analysis is not entirely accurate but serves as a 'best possible estimate.' In most cases, good tea exhibits characteristics of high-quality raw materials. However, in rare instances, invisible processing or storage issues may prevent...
Tea News · Nov 29, 2025
Anhui Famous Tea: Lu'an Melon Seed Tea
Lu'an Melon Seed Tea is a renowned historical Chinese tea and one of China's top ten famous teas. Originating from Lu'an, Anhui, it was called 'Luzhou Lu'an Tea' during the Tang Dynasty and became known as 'Lu'an Melon Seed Tea' in the Ming Dynasty, regarded as a premium product. It served as a trib...
Tea News · Nov 29, 2025
The 'Foam' on the Tea Soup Surface - Tea Saponin
When brewing tea, a layer of 'foam' often appears on the surface of the tea soup, particularly more abundant in the first two or three infusions. This 'foam' is not pesticide residue or impurities from the tea leaves, but rather a substance called tea saponin. Scientific research has shown that tea...
Tea News · Nov 28, 2025
Debunking Misconceptions: Those Years, The Lies Tea Merchants Told You
This article exposes common misleading statements used by tea merchants to deceive consumers. It clarifies misconceptions such as 'all teas are equal, just find what suits you' by explaining that while different tea categories have unique merits, quality variations exist within each type. The piece...
Tea News · Nov 27, 2025
Science Post: Do You Really Know About Tea Buds?
Tea buds are the embryonic forms of tea shoots and flowers during the developmental process of tea trees. Young buds typically appear tender yellow, oily, and covered with fine hairs, which turn green and shed as the leaves mature. Tea buds are classified based on their characteristics and growth pa...
Tea News · Nov 27, 2025
Functional Requirements for Ceramic Tea Sets
This article details the functional requirements for various components of ceramic tea sets, focusing on practicality and user experience. For teapots, it emphasizes the importance of a wide opening for easy tea insertion and residue removal, optimal spout design for smooth water flow and clean cutt...
Tea News · Nov 26, 2025