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
Tea Brewing Tips: First Rinse, Second Steep, Third and Fourth are the Essence
Pu-erh tea, known for its mild nature and benefits in lowering blood pressure and reducing fat, offers a rich, thick broth and a sweet aftertaste that delights many. This guide simplifies the traditional, lengthy brewing process into three key steps: warming the cup with boiling water to enhance aro...
Tea News · Aug 20, 2025
What are "Yellow Leaves" in Pu-erh Tea?
Yellow Leaves in Pu-erh Tea refer to the older, larger leaves from tea trees that turn yellow over time. These leaves are separated during the sorting process due to their loose texture and inability to form tight strands during rolling. Contrary to misconceptions, they are not diseased or withered...
Tea News · Jun 24, 2025