This "Gongfu Tea" is not that "Kung Fu Tea"
The terms "Gongfu Tea" and "Kung Fu Tea" are homophones in Chinese, leading to frequent confusion, but they refer to distinct concepts in the tea world. "Gongfu Tea" historically denotes a category of meticulously processed, high-quality black tea (and some Wuyi rock teas , where "Gongfu" implies th...
Tea News · Mar 02, 2026
Classification of Anxi Tieguanyin
Anxi Tieguanyin is primarily classified into three major types based on fermentation level and production techniques: Fragrant Type, Rich Aroma Type, and Aged Aroma Type. The Fragrant Type features a light, slightly sweet taste with a clear, floral aroma and emerald green leaves. The Rich Aroma Type...
Tea News · Mar 02, 2026
Tea Aroma, Understanding Aroma to Know Tea
The aroma of tea is complex, influenced by factors such as variety, region, cultivation conditions, fresh leaf quality, and processing methods. Finished teas can be categorized into nine main aroma types. For instance, 'Hao Xiang' (pekoe aroma is typical in teas like Silver Needle, characterized by...
Tea News · Mar 01, 2026
Quality Characteristics of Tea in Different Seasons
Regardless of the type of tea, the season in which it is harvested and processed significantly impacts its quality. This is due to changes in the biochemical processes of tea plant metabolism under varying external conditions. The distinct quality traits of seasonal teas are essentially shaped by th...
Tea News · Feb 28, 2026
Do You Know the Shelf Life of the Six Major Tea Categories?
Tea is an integral part of Chinese culture, and drinking a few cups daily offers health benefits. Proper storage is crucial for maintaining tea quality and safety. Different types of tea have varying shelf lives. For example, black tea like Pu'er can improve with age when stored correctly, while gre...
Tea News · Feb 28, 2026
Keep Tieguanyin at home, it can be used as medicine in critical moments!
Tieguanyin tea contains high levels of amino acids, minerals, tea polyphenols, and alkaloids, along with various nutritional and medicinal components, offering several practical uses in daily life. It can be applied to treat minor burns or scalds by using a concentrated decoction of the tea leaves....
Tea News · Feb 28, 2026
The Hidden Truth Behind Why Pu'er Tea Should Not Be Stored as Loose Tea
High-quality raw Pu'er tea, similar to premium green tea, offers a fresh and sweet taste when brewed at low to medium temperatures. The optimal drinking period begins when the tea leaves turn reddish, the buds and leaves shift from white to light brown, and the surface develops a glossy sheen. At th...
Tea News · Feb 28, 2026
Drinking Dark Tea to Reduce Greasiness and Protect the Liver
As living standards improve and high-fat foods become more common in the diet, drinking dark tea can help reduce greasiness, protect the liver, nourish the stomach, and aid in weight loss. Dark tea is one of China's six major tea categories and is unique to the country. Often described as 'found onl...
Tea News · Feb 28, 2026
A Perfect Sample: Teaching You How to Store Pu-erh Tea at Home
Whether you are an ordinary person with some tea-drinking habits but not particular about details, or a seasoned tea enthusiast, when you bring Pu-erh tea home, you want to store it properly and give it time to transform. This period is often measured in years, so mastering correct tea storage knowl...
Tea News · Feb 27, 2026
What is Baked Green Tea
Baked green tea is primarily used as a base for scenting various flower teas, known as tea blanks. It is characterized by its intact and slightly curved appearance, visible buds, dark green dry leaves, a clear and mellow aroma, and a bright yellow-green liquor and infused leaves. The main production...
Tea News · Feb 26, 2026