Which is more suitable for you, Jin Jun Mei or Da Hong Pao?
Jin Jun Mei and Da Hong Pao are both premium teas from Wuyi Mountain, but they differ significantly in characteristics and brewing methods. Jin Jun Mei, a type of black tea (Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong , grows in the primeval forests of the Wuyi Mountain Nature Reserve. It offers a pure, sweet flavor and...
Tea News · Apr 14, 2026
Why is it said that 99% of Jin Jun Mei is fake?
Jin Jun Mei is a premium Chinese black tea that originated from the innovative idea of using only bud tips of the original Zhengshan Xiaozhong tea plant. Its production area in Tongmu Village is extremely limited, with unique geographical and climatic conditions that cannot be replicated elsewhere....
Tea News · Mar 27, 2026
99% of Jin Jun Mei is Fake
Jin Jun Mei is a premium Chinese black tea that originated as a variation of Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong, using only bud tips. Its rise in popularity is recent, and genuine production from the Tongmu Guan area is extremely limited, leading to high prices. Due to the significant price difference and slow s...
Tea News · Mar 09, 2026
Where Do the Sour, Bitter, and Sweet Tastes in Black Tea Come From?
The distinctive sour, bitter, and sweet tastes in black tea originate from its unique full-fermentation process. Sweetness primarily comes from sugars and amino acids formed during fermentation, with younger tea leaves offering more pronounced sweetness. Sourness often indicates issues like overly d...
Tea News · Feb 26, 2026
What is Wuyishan Tongmuguan Black Tea
Wuyishan Tongmuguan Black Tea is a fully fermented black tea originating from the Tongmuguan area of Wuyishan City, Fujian Province. As the birthplace of world black tea with over 400 years of history, it was once a royal tea for the British皇室. Its main varieties include Zhengshan Xiaozhong (Small R...
Tea News · Feb 18, 2026
The Sour, Bitter, and Sweet Taste of Black Tea: Here's How They Originate
The distinct flavors of black tea—sweetness, sourness, and bitterness—stem from its unique chemical composition and processing. Sweetness primarily comes from sugars and amino acids formed during full fermentation. Sourness often indicates over-fermentation, improper storage, or incorrect brewing te...
Tea News · Feb 13, 2026
What kind of tea is Jin Jun Mei?
Jin Jun Mei is a premium variety of authentic Lapsang Souchong black tea, belonging to the black tea category. Its production process partially follows traditional Lapsang Souchong methods. During withering, the tea leaves turn from bright green to dark green, indicating maturity. Fermentation is th...
Tea News · Jan 15, 2026
Golden Needle Plum – A Premium Black Tea
Golden Needle Plum is a premium variety of Zhengshan Xiaozhong black tea from Wuyi Mountain, Fujian. With a history dating back to the 17th century when Wuyi tea was exported to Europe, this tea is known for its fine, slender leaves that are dark with hints of yellow and a slight downy appearance. W...
Tea News · Dec 28, 2025
Brewing Method and Efficacy of Jin Jun Mei Tea
Jin Jun Mei tea is a branch of the black tea variety Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong, originating from Tongmu Guan in Wuyishan City, Fujian Province. It is renowned as a premium health-preserving tea, alongside treasures like Lingzhi mushroom. Its value lies in its entirely handmade production process, requir...
Tea News · Aug 23, 2025
The Difference Between Lapsang Souchong and Jin Jun Mei
Lapsang Souchong and Jin Jun Mei are both black teas originating from the Tongmu Guan area in Wuyi Mountain, Fujian. Lapsang Souchong is the ancestor of black tea with a history of over 400 years, while Jin Jun Mei was developed in 2005 as a new product. Beyond their historical differences, the two...
Tea News · Aug 07, 2025