Pu-erh Tea Collection (3): Know the Tea by Knowing the People
Pu-erh tea cake collection is characterized by circulation within insider circles far exceeding that in auction markets. Without firsthand experience in selecting teas or expert guidance, one should be cautious of fraud. Five major pitfalls in tea cake collection include: the origin trap where famou...
Tea News · Nov 17, 2025
The Benefits of Tea
Tea is one of the world's three major beverages, known as the 'Emperor of Eastern Beverages'. Analysis shows that tea contains over 400 components including caffeine, tannin, tea polyphenols, proteins, carbohydrates, free amino acids, chlorophyll, carotene, essential oils, enzymes, and various vitam...
Tea News · Nov 15, 2025
How to Brew Longjing Without Destroying Its Nutrients
Longjing tea is renowned for its four unique characteristics: vibrant green color, rich aroma, sweet taste, and beautiful flat shape. To fully appreciate high-quality Longjing, it's essential to select and brew it properly. When brewing, use glass cups and water at approximately 85°C with a tea-to-w...
Tea News · Nov 15, 2025
How to Buy Tea
Buying quality tea requires evaluating five key aspects: tenderness, strip tightness, color, integrity and cleanliness. Tenderness refers to young buds with fine pekoe; strip tightness indicates well-processed leaves; color should be vibrant and consistent; whole leaves are preferable over broken pi...
Tea News · Nov 15, 2025
Introduction to the Brewing Methods of Taiwanese High Mountain Tea
Taiwanese High Mountain Tea offers versatile brewing methods to suit different preferences. The traditional method involves pre-heating tea ware with boiling water, using 7-10g of tea leaves, and performing an initial 'tea rinse' by immediately discarding the first infusion. Optimal brewing time sta...
Tea News · Nov 13, 2025
Treating Colds in Winter with Tea Therapy is Effective
As the saying goes: 'Catching a cold in winter can lead to various illnesses.' The coldest days of winter are a common season for colds. Using medicated teas tailored to specific symptoms to prevent and treat colds is not only convenient and affordable but also highly effective. Patients can choose...
Tea News · Nov 12, 2025
Chewing Tea Leaves Strengthens Teeth and Benefits Health
A folk proverb says 'Drink tea regularly, have fewer rotten teeth,' indicating tea's dental benefits. Tea contains abundant fluoride, which strengthens tooth enamel and prevents excessive acid formation in the mouth. Research shows that just one liter of black tea provides about 2mg of fluoride—half...
Tea News · Nov 11, 2025
Tea Supplements Nutrition and Enhances Physical Fitness
Modern chemical analysis confirms that tea contains multiple vitamins essential for human health, including Vitamin A, B1, B2, niacin, pantothenic acid, and Vitamin C. These micronutrients support vital bodily functions: Vitamin C aids tissue formation and wound healing, while tea polyphenols streng...
Tea News · Nov 10, 2025
Longjing Tea Should Not Be Brewed with Boiling Water
Longjing tea, renowned for its four key characteristics - vibrant color, rich aroma, sweet taste, and beautiful shape - requires careful selection and proper brewing to fully appreciate its qualities. When selecting, focus on the tea's color during both 'dry inspection' of the unbrewed leaves and 'w...
Tea News · Nov 10, 2025
History of Tujia Ethnic Group's Leicha
Leicha, also known as Three Raw Ingredients Soup, is a traditional tea beverage of the Tujia people inhabiting the Wuling Mountain area of China. Historically made from fresh tea leaves, ginger, and raw rice, it was believed to cure diseases during the Three Kingdoms period. Modern Leicha incorporat...
Tea News · Nov 09, 2025