What is the 'Red Stems and Red Leaves' in the Spent Tea Leaves of Pu'er Tea?
The phenomenon of 'red stems and red leaves' in Pu'er tea spent leaves can arise from several factors. Firstly, some tea tree varieties naturally produce purple or red buds. Secondly, inadequate or delayed withering after picking, often due to long transportation times from remote ancient tea garden...
Tea News · Jan 27, 2026
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