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
The Story of Huangshan Maofeng
Huangshan Maofeng is one of China's top ten historical famous teas, produced in Huangshan, Anhui Province. During the Tianqi period of the Ming Dynasty, County Magistrate Xiong Kaiyuan discovered this tea while lost in Huangshan. A monk brewed it for him, revealing a miraculous phenomenon: when stee...
Tea News · Oct 18, 2025
How to Brew Tea for a Fragrant Aroma? Essential for a Quality Life
Brewing a cup of tea in the afternoon, both pleasing to the eye and refreshing to the palate, is a favorite for many. However, different types of tea have their own specific brewing techniques. Only by understanding these methods can you brew a truly delicious cup. This article provides expert guida...
Tea News · Oct 06, 2025
Tea Stored Too Long? How to Handle and Brew Aged Tea.
Tea leaves that have been stored for a period will undergo changes, potentially leading to a yellowish or reddish hue due to chlorophyll and tea polyphenols. Improper initial drying can result in a bitter brew, and poor storage conditions might cause mold growth. Before consuming aged tea, first che...
Tea News · Sep 28, 2025
The Question Arises: Are Plastic Cups Suitable for Brewing Tea?
In contemporary society, more and more people enjoy drinking tea, but not all tea lovers have the leisure time to sit down and enjoy the entire tea ceremony process. Many are office workers who find their work monotonous and dull, resorting to brewing a cup of tea to moisten their throats. However,...
Tea News · Sep 24, 2025
Pu'er Tea: Brewed with a Gaiwan or a Teapot?
The choice between using a gaiwan (lidded bowl or a teapot, typically Yixing clay, for brewing Pu'er tea depends on the desired outcome. A gaiwan offers superior aroma presentation, allowing the drinker to fully appreciate the nuanced fragrances like orchid, fruit, or honey notes, especially in raw...
Tea News · Sep 16, 2025
Knowing the Nature of Tea is the Key to Brewing Good Tea!
Brewing ripe Pu-erh tea is more challenging than raw Pu-erh due to its unique characteristics. Improper brewing can result in weak flavor, thin texture, dull aroma, and unpleasant odors. Even high-quality, well-stored tea might brew into a cup that causes throat dryness and tightness. To brew delici...
Tea News · Sep 01, 2025