Correctly Understanding the Bitterness and Sweet Moistness of Tea
The saying 'tea without bitterness and astringency is not tea' reflects that these qualities are inherent to tea, historically called 'bitter tea.' However, tea appreciation focuses not on the bitterness itself but on the subsequent sensations of returning sweetness (回甘 and salivation (生津 that the...
Tea News · Jan 21, 2026
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