What Tea Set Can Be Used to Brew Tieguanyin Tea
Tieguanyin tea, a premium oolong variety, can be brewed using various tea sets depending on personal preference and tradition. While some enjoy using glass cups to observe the leaves unfurling and the tea liquor changing color, the most common and traditional setup in Anxi, its place of origin, is t...
Tea News · Jan 22, 2026
Tea Knowledge – The Art of Brewing Aged White Tea!
While steeping white tea is quick and convenient, brewing aged white tea unlocks its full depth and charm. This article explains the method of brewing aged white tea: start by combining tea leaves with cold spring or purified water in a pot, bring to a boil, then simmer gently. For a richer experien...
Tea News · Jan 16, 2026
Why Does Tea Taste Different When Drunk in a Tea Shop Versus Brewed at Home?
Many tea enthusiasts experience a puzzling discrepancy: tea that tastes exquisite at a specialist shop or a friend's house often falls flat when brewed at home. This common frustration leads to questions about swapped leaves or secret techniques. The truth lies in several controllable factors. Key i...
Tea News · Jan 12, 2026
Longjing Tea, Must Pay Attention!!
Longjing tea, renowned for its 'green color, rich aroma, sweet taste, and beautiful shape,' requires careful selection and brewing to fully appreciate its qualities. Key selection criteria include examining the dry leaves for a flat, straight, and tender green appearance, and observing the wet leave...
Tea News · Jan 11, 2026
Basic Knowledge about Tieguanyin Tea
Tieguanyin tea is best brewed in a covered bowl using purified water at around 90°C. The first infusion is for rinsing the tea leaves and warming the cup, while the second infusion, steeped for about 15 seconds, brings out the aroma. Each subsequent infusion can be extended by 15 seconds, but it is...
Tea News · Dec 31, 2025
How to Brew Raw Pu-erh Tea and Ripe Pu-erh Tea
Brewing Pu-erh tea requires different techniques for aged, raw, and ripe varieties. Aged Pu-erh is best brewed in a Yixing clay teapot with very high water temperature. New raw Pu-erh, however, is more delicate and should be brewed with slightly cooler water to avoid bitterness. It's recommended to...
Tea News · Dec 22, 2025
How to Handle and Brew Tea That Has Been Stored for a Long Time?
Tea that has been stored for a period undergoes changes, potentially developing a stale flavor or even mold. First, check for mold by inspecting the leaves visually and by scent; discard if moldy. If the tea has only developed an off-flavor, adjust brewing methods: use boiling water for the first lo...
Tea News · Nov 16, 2025
Tieguanyin Tea, Rich Flavor is Truly Satisfying
Tieguanyin tea should offer a rich and robust flavor experience. Weak or bland tea can result from several factors: using coarse, older tea leaves; insufficient processing during shaking, rolling, and curling stages, which leads to low cell breakage and less extraction of soluble compounds; or simpl...
Tea News · Nov 12, 2025
White Tea is a Treasure Among Teas
White tea, a specialty of Fujian province primarily produced in regions like Fuding, Zhenghe, Songxi, and Jianyang, undergoes minimal processing including withering, baking (or shade drying , sorting, and reheating. Known for its delicate fermentation, it stands as a unique treasure in Chinese tea v...
Tea News · Oct 31, 2025
How to Handle and Brew Tea That Has Been Stored for a Long Time?
Tea that has been stored for a period undergoes changes, potentially developing a stale flavor or even mold. First, check for spoilage by inspecting the leaves visually and by smell. If moldy, discard it. For tea with only minor aging characteristics, adjust your brewing method: use higher water tem...
Tea News · Oct 22, 2025