Not All Teas Need to Be Rinsed
When brewing tea, the step of rinsing tea leaves is commonly practiced, a tradition spanning over four hundred years. Rinsing aims to wash away impurities from the surface of loose tea leaves, enhancing their aroma and flavor. However, not all teas require this step. For instance, tender new teas li...
Tea News · Dec 05, 2025
Let You Know About Green Tea
The article shares a personal experience discovering green tea in Hangzhou, contrasting it with the tea culture in Shantou. It describes the ritual of tasting premium Longjing tea, explains different types of green tea and their health benefits, and observes how green tea consumption is growing in S...
Tea News · Nov 26, 2025
Learn About Green Tea
The article describes the author's experience with green tea in Hangzhou, particularly Longjing tea. It contrasts the purchase of expensive packaged tea by a tourist with the author's more knowledgeable approach of tasting different grades of loose-leaf tea. The piece delves into green tea varieties...
Tea News · Nov 26, 2025
Longjing Tea Brewing Method (Longjing Series 3)
Longjing tea brewing requires water temperature between 75-85°C, avoiding boiling water at 100°C as it's an unfermented tea with tender leaves. Proper temperature control can be achieved by pouring boiling water into a fairness cup first. Three brewing methods are introduced: 'First Brew: Top Pourin...
Tea News · Nov 23, 2025
Four Ways to Distinguish Authentic West Lake Longjing Tea
West Lake Longjing tea, produced in Hangzhou's West Lake area, features flat, tender leaves with uniform width and yellowish-green color. Authentic Longjing has a delicate fragrance while counterfeit versions often smell grassy with more stems. The four identification methods include: examining the...
Tea News · Nov 21, 2025
How to Brew Longjing Without Destroying Its Nutrients
Longjing tea is renowned for its four unique characteristics: vibrant green color, rich aroma, sweet taste, and beautiful flat shape. To fully appreciate high-quality Longjing, it's essential to select and brew it properly. When brewing, use glass cups and water at approximately 85°C with a tea-to-w...
Tea News · Nov 15, 2025
Treating Colds in Winter with Tea Therapy is Effective
As the saying goes: 'Catching a cold in winter can lead to various illnesses.' The coldest days of winter are a common season for colds. Using medicated teas tailored to specific symptoms to prevent and treat colds is not only convenient and affordable but also highly effective. Patients can choose...
Tea News · Nov 12, 2025
Longjing Tea Should Not Be Brewed with Boiling Water
Longjing tea, renowned for its four key characteristics - vibrant color, rich aroma, sweet taste, and beautiful shape - requires careful selection and proper brewing to fully appreciate its qualities. When selecting, focus on the tea's color during both 'dry inspection' of the unbrewed leaves and 'w...
Tea News · Nov 10, 2025
Longjing Brewing Tips
Longjing tea, known for its delicate bud leaves, requires specific brewing techniques to fully appreciate its flavor. The ideal water temperature is 80-85°C, typically matching standard water dispensers. Using a transparent glass allows you to witness the beautiful spectacle of tea leaves gracefully...
Tea News · Nov 05, 2025
Introduction to Pre-Ming Tea and Not Superstition About Pre-Ming Tea
Pre-Ming tea refers to tea leaves harvested before the Qingming Festival, a concept particularly emphasized for premium green teas. While spring tea generally offers superior quality due to accumulated nutrients from winter dormancy, the "Pre-Ming" designation primarily applies to delicate, small-le...
Tea News · Nov 05, 2025