Why is Tea Soup Fresh, Sweet, Bitter, and Astringent?
When drinking tea, our sensitive tongue quickly conveys the flavors of the tea soup to the brain, leading to feelings of satisfaction or enjoyment. But what substances are responsible for these tastes? The flavors in tea soup can be categorized into: sugars, amino acids, phenolic compounds and their...
Tea News · Feb 24, 2026
Drinking Anhua Dark Tea Can Boost Low Immunity
With the arrival of spring and fluctuating temperatures, people with low immunity are prone to catching colds. In addition to taking vitamin supplements directly, drinking Anhua Dark Tea is recommended. Experts explain that regular consumption of dark tea can supplement the body with essential vitam...
Tea News · Feb 23, 2026
How to Experience "Tea Qi"
The concept of "Tea Qi" or tea energy is a subtle, often personal experience discussed among tea enthusiasts. It refers to the perceived energy or vital force emanating from high-quality tea, manifesting through various physical sensations. The author describes their first conscious encounter with T...
Tea News · Feb 23, 2026
The Secrets About Pu-erh Tea You Didn't Know!
This article reveals several common misconceptions about Pu-erh tea. It clarifies that Pu-erh tea is not exclusively produced in Pu'er City, Yunnan, but primarily comes from regions like Xishuangbanna, Lincang, and Baoshan. It explains that the grading system for tea leaves relates to size and tende...
Tea News · Feb 22, 2026
Introduction to the Efficacy and Functions of Yellow Tea
Yellow tea is a type of tea produced when the leaves turn yellow due to insufficient or untimely drying after fixation and rolling. Classified into Huang Xiao Cha (small leaf yellow tea and Huang Da Cha (large leaf yellow tea based on leaf tenderness, it has a long production history and was a tri...
Tea News · Feb 19, 2026
Brewing Good Tea Isn't That Hard! A Simple and Practical Tea Brewing Guide You Shouldn't Miss
This article provides a practical guide to brewing different types of tea. It explains that brewing methods vary depending on the tea variety. For example, green tea (like West Lake Longjing and Biluochun should be brewed with 80°C–85°C water for 2–3 minutes without a lid. Black tea, being fully fe...
Tea News · Feb 19, 2026
The Distinctive "Old Bush" Tieguanyin
The article discusses the emerging trend among tea enthusiasts of pursuing "Old Bush Tieguanyin," which refers to tea made from older tea trees aged several decades. It presents perspectives from both followers, who believe older trees yield richer flavor and are suitable for aging, and industry exp...
Tea News · Feb 19, 2026
Do You Understand the "Sweet Aftertaste", "Saliva Production", and "Throat Sensation" of Tea?
When tasting tea, enthusiasts often evaluate a tea using terms like "sweet aftertaste" (the transformation of bitterness into sweetness in the mouth , "saliva production" (the stimulation of saliva secretion , "throat sensation" (the feeling the tea leaves in the throat, such as moistening , and "co...
Tea News · Feb 18, 2026
A Chinese Tea Buying Guide
Chinese people have a deep-rooted reliance and fondness for tea. Since the Tang Dynasty or even earlier, tea drinking has been regarded as a way of self-cultivation. Today, beyond its health benefits, tea drinking has become a cultural practice and a leisure activity that refines one's character. Ch...
Tea News · Feb 17, 2026
Benefits of Tea Pillows for the Head
A tea pillow, filled with processed tea leaves and floral materials like osmanthus, offers multiple health benefits for the head and neck. It helps regulate blood vessels and nerves in the cervical region, improving microcirculation, relieving fatigue, and refreshing the mind. Suitable for those wit...
Tea News · Feb 17, 2026