Why Does Pu-erh Tea Become Turbid or Sour When Cooled?
When Pu-erh tea cools, two phenomena may occur: the tea soup becomes turbid, known as 'cooling turbidity,' and a sour taste may develop, called 'cooling sourness.' Cooling turbidity is often a sign of good tea, as it is caused by the precipitation of complexes formed by thearubigins, theaflavins, an...
Tea News · Apr 09, 2026
Dark Tea Can Remove Grease and Resolve Meatiness, Suitable for Winter Drinking
In cold weather, people tend to have a better appetite and eat more. People in Guangdong know that drinking tea can help resolve greasiness. What kind of tea is more suitable in the current weather? Pan Feipeng, Chief Physician of Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, said t...
Tea News · Apr 09, 2026
These Tea Drinking Habits Must Be Avoided, Regular Drinkers Take Note!
Tea is an essential beverage in daily life, offering benefits like cultivating character, quenching thirst, and aiding metabolism. However, certain drinking habits can be harmful. For instance, drinking strong tea during menstruation may worsen discomfort. Consuming new tea (like raw Pu-erh or green...
Tea News · Apr 08, 2026
Pu-erh Tea Enthusiast Grading: Check Which Level You've Reached?
This article presents a humorous and insightful grading system for Pu-erh tea enthusiasts, ranging from beginner to expert levels. It starts with elementary levels where drinkers are casual and unfamiliar with distinctions between raw (sheng and ripe (shu Pu-erh. As one progresses through middle s...
Tea News · Apr 03, 2026
The Most Mysterious Element in Pu-erh Tea - Temperature
From the tea tree to the tea leaves, and from the leaves to the teacup, temperature is a constant companion throughout the life of tea. This article explores the critical role of temperature in Pu-erh tea production. It begins with the cultivation of the Yunnan large-leaf varietal, which is sensitiv...
Tea News · Apr 01, 2026
How to Master the Water Temperature for Brewing Pu-erh Tea
The release of the 'true flavor' of tea leaves depends entirely on water temperature, hence the saying 'water is the mother of tea.' For brewing Pu-erh tea, the water temperature requirement is generally higher than for other teas. The principle 'tender leaves brewed with warm water, old leaves brew...
Tea News · Mar 31, 2026
Counting the Charms of Pu-erh Tea
Pu-erh tea has gained immense popularity in recent years, largely due to its unique inherent charms. It originates from the Six Famous Tea Mountains in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, where the fertile soil, misty climate, and pristine environment contribute to its exceptional quality. Made from the Yunnan l...
Tea News · Mar 29, 2026
Pu-erh Tea Tastes Different in Winter and Summer
The taste of Pu-erh tea can vary significantly between winter and summer, showcasing its complex and changeable nature. In winter, the dry air tends to make the tea taste more bitter and astringent when brewed at the same temperature compared to the humid summer months. This leads to the perception...
Tea News · Mar 27, 2026
No wonder everyone drinks Pu-erh tea, the ten magical effects of Pu-erh tea!!
Pu-erh tea is celebrated for its numerous health benefits, which include aiding in the prevention and treatment of radiation damage, protecting the liver, and promoting skincare by clearing facial oil and tightening pores. It also helps delay aging through its antioxidant properties, acts as a diure...
Tea News · Mar 26, 2026
Six Classic Aromas: Let You Understand the "Shape" of Pu-erh Tea's Fragrance
Pu-erh tea is the most unique type of tea, becoming more fragrant with age. This article explains its complex aromas from different dimensions. It distinguishes between 'qi' (energy/scent and 'wei' (taste , and how aroma is perceived through the nose (smell and mouth (taste . The six classic aroma...
Tea News · Mar 25, 2026