To Understand Rock Tea, First Learn to Appreciate Its Aroma
To truly appreciate Wuyi Rock Tea, one must first understand its distinctive 'rock rhythm' or 'Yan Yun,' which is primarily expressed through its complex aroma. This aroma sets it apart from other tea types. Learning to evaluate this fragrance is key to selecting high-quality Rock Tea. The appreciat...
Tea News · Jan 24, 2026
Where Does the 'Freshness' of Spring Tea Come From?
The fresh and brisk taste of spring tea, especially green tea, is beloved by many tea enthusiasts. This delightful flavor primarily comes from amino acids present in the tea leaves. Key compounds like glutamic acid and the tea-specific theanine contribute significantly to the umami and sweet afterta...
Tea News · Jan 24, 2026
Learned Something New: When to Drink What Kind of Tea
Tea, as a culture, not only has profound cultural heritage but also serves functions in health preservation and wellness. Most people drink tea casually without a proper understanding of timing. So, when is the best time to drink tea during the day? Tea can quench thirst, refresh the mind, and culti...
Tea News · Jan 23, 2026
Evaluating Oolong Tea: Dry Leaf Appearance and Wet Aroma Taste
Oolong tea is a special tea category from Fujian Province, known for its intricate initial processing and complex quality evaluation. Sensory assessment remains a crucial method for determining its quality, divided into evaluating rough tea (毛茶 and refined tea. The evaluation of rough Oolong tea in...
Tea News · Jan 21, 2026
Tea Doctoral Supervisor Tells You "How to Drink Tea"
This article, based on insights from a tea studies doctoral supervisor, explains how to drink tea correctly for health benefits. It emphasizes choosing tea according to its nature (cool, neutral, or warm , one's own physical constitution (classified into nine types in Traditional Chinese Medicine ,...
Tea News · Jan 20, 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
How to Identify the Quality of Fuding White Tea
Fuding White Tea, a special treasure among Chinese teas, is named for its silver-white, snow-like appearance. Its production process is simple and natural, minimizing processing steps to preserve the tea's natural flavor, active enzymes, and polyphenols while avoiding secondary pollution. To assess...
Tea News · Jan 19, 2026
Differences Between Green Tea and Black Tea
Green tea and black tea are two of the most common and historically significant types of tea in China. Green tea has a light, bitter fragrance, while black tea carries a subtle sweetness. Each has its own characteristics and enjoys widespread popularity. However, many people who are not tea experts...
Tea News · Jan 18, 2026
Is It Normal That Drinking Tea Actually Doesn't Quench Thirst?
Many tea enthusiasts experience a dry mouth after drinking tea. Is this normal, or does it indicate poor-quality tea? The sensation of dryness can stem from several non-pathological reasons. Firstly, tea contains polyphenols, which can form a film on the tongue, causing temporary dryness and astring...
Tea News · Jan 16, 2026
What kind of tea is Jin Jun Mei?
Jin Jun Mei is a premium variety of authentic Lapsang Souchong black tea, belonging to the black tea category. Its production process partially follows traditional Lapsang Souchong methods. During withering, the tea leaves turn from bright green to dark green, indicating maturity. Fermentation is th...
Tea News · Jan 15, 2026