Types and Origins of Dark Tea
Dark tea is a unique tea category in China, named for its dark, blackish color. It primarily includes Hunan dark tea, Hubei old green tea, Sichuan border tea, and Yunnan-Guangxi dark tea (such as Pu-erh and Liupao . Each type has distinct production regions and processing methods. For instance, Huna...
Tea News · Dec 15, 2025
Where Does the Aroma of Pu-erh Tea Come From?
The aroma of Pu-erh tea is influenced by multiple factors. Firstly, the initial processing techniques, such as the temperature and duration of fixation (kill-green , directly shape the tea's fragrance—insufficient fixation results in a grassy smell, while proper fixation yields a fresh, aromatic sce...
Tea News · Dec 15, 2025
White Cockscomb: One of the Four Famous Bushes of Wuyi Rock Tea
White Cockscomb is celebrated as one of the Four Famous Bushes of Wuyi Rock Tea, renowned for its unique character. Often described as the 'graceful beauty' among Wuyi teas, it stands in contrast to the robust 'Iron Arhat'. Its origins are intertwined with Taoist lore, particularly associated with t...
Tea News · Dec 14, 2025
Alternative Method for Red Date Honey Tea
Red dates are affordable and excellent for replenishing qi and nourishing blood. Honey is a natural, nutrient-rich food. Combining the two for long-term consumption can boost immunity, enhance beauty, and resist aging. This alternative method involves boiling pitted red dates until soft, mashing the...
Tea News · Dec 14, 2025
Tea Nourishes the Body, Tea Leaves Nourish the Skin
Tea is not only a healthy beverage habit, especially for men, but its leftover tea leaves also hold remarkable benefits for skincare. Traditionally used for oral hygiene, tea leaves can be repurposed to enhance skin health. They help soften and brighten the skin, reduce dark circles and puffiness ar...
Tea News · Dec 14, 2025
China's Top Ten Famous Teas - Keemun Black Tea
Keemun Black Tea, a renowned historical Chinese tea, is a premium black tea variety produced in Qimen, Dongzhi, Guichi, Shitai, and Yixian counties of Anhui Province, as well as in Fuliang, Jiangxi. Celebrated for its exceptional quality and aroma, it is often called the 'Queen of Black Teas.' Keemu...
Tea News · Dec 13, 2025
The Art of Brewing | A Detailed Discussion on the Three Key Elements of Tea Brewing
This article delves into the three essential elements of brewing tea: tea quantity, water temperature, and steeping time. It begins with an intriguing analogy between brewing tea and pursuing romance, highlighting shared principles like mood, setting, and dedication. The core of the article systemat...
Tea News · Dec 12, 2025
Precious Pre-Qingming Fuding White Tea
Pre-Qingming Fuding White Tea, harvested before the Qingming Festival (around April 5th , is highly prized for its rarity and quality. The tender buds, rich in aromatic and flavorful compounds, grow slowly in the cool early spring, resulting in a very limited yield. While often considered superior,...
Tea News · Dec 12, 2025
Making Tea | Discussing the Choice of Water
Making tea is an art that requires careful consideration of water selection. Since ancient times, tea connoisseurs have emphasized that water quality directly impacts the flavor, aroma, and color of tea. The best water for brewing tea should be clean, sweet, fresh, and preferably from natural source...
Tea News · Dec 11, 2025
The Diplomatic Role of Tea in History
For most Chinese people, tea represents flavor and culture. However, throughout history, tea has repeatedly served as a catalyst for wars. The strategy of 'using tea to control foreign tribes' was a consistent policy of Central Plains dynasties since the Tang and Song periods, reaching its peak in t...
Tea News · Dec 11, 2025