Why are Pu-erh tea cakes tightly compressed instead of stored loose?
Pu-erh tea is often compressed into cakes, bricks, or other shapes rather than stored loose. This tradition originated from historical transportation needs along the ancient Tea Horse Road, where compact forms allowed for easier and more efficient transport by horse caravans. Beyond practicality, ti...
Tea News · Jan 11, 2026
Did You Know That Drinking Tea Can Also Make You Drunk?
Tea drunkenness, similar to alcohol intoxication, can occur when consuming excessive amounts of strong tea on an empty stomach. Symptoms include dizziness, tinnitus, weakness, nausea, and restlessness. The primary cause is caffeine in tea leaves, which disrupts electrolyte balance and enzyme activit...
Tea News · Jan 10, 2026
Four Time Points When It's Not Advisable to Drink Tea
While drinking tea offers health benefits, timing matters. Consuming tea at the wrong times can potentially harm health. It is best to avoid drinking tea during four specific periods: on an empty stomach, as caffeine and alkaloids may cause symptoms like palpitations and dizziness; when intoxicated,...
Tea News · Jan 10, 2026
Black Tea Health: Drinking Black Tea Regularly, Enjoying Tea and "Longevity"
What is "Tea Longevity"? Folklore suggests that when ancient people created characters, they noted this pattern: eating grains is called "Rice Longevity," meaning living to 88 years old, while "Tea Longevity" adds twenty years on top of the character for rice, implying one can live to 108. China is...
Tea News · Jan 09, 2026
The Astringency, Bitterness, and Sweet Aftertaste of Tea Soup
The article explores the complex flavors of tea, explaining that bitterness and astringency are inherent qualities originating from compounds like caffeine and tea tannins. It details how these initial sensations transform into the prized sweet aftertaste (hui gan and saliva-inducing effect (sheng...
Tea News · Jan 07, 2026
Can You Tell Tieguanyin from Dongding Oolong? (A Must-Have Skill for Tea Enthusiasts)
Many tea enthusiasts find it challenging to distinguish between Tieguanyin (referring to the light fragrance type in this article and Dongding Oolong. However, by comparing the two, some useful identification tips can be identified. Both belong to the Oolong tea category and are semi-fermented teas...
Tea News · Jan 06, 2026
Drinking Organic Tieguanyin During the 'Dog Days'
After the start of the 'Dog Days,' the hottest period of the year begins. During this time, it's important to prevent heatstroke and cool down, and tea is one of the best beverages for this purpose. According to the 'Compendium of Materia Medica,' tea has a bitter taste and cold nature, making it hi...
Tea News · Jan 06, 2026
Tea Bags Can Actually Deodorize! 10 Little-Known Facts About Tea
China is the birthplace of tea, and its tea culture is profound. You might drink tea daily, but there are many fascinating facts you may not know. For instance, the world's most expensive tea, Da Hong Pao from China's Fujian province, can cost over a million dollars per kilogram. All tea varieties c...
Tea News · Jan 06, 2026
Interpreting the Optimal Drinking Period of Pu-erh Tea
The optimal drinking period for Pu-erh tea is determined by two main factors: the quality of the tea itself and the personal preferences of the drinker. Tea quality depends on the raw materials, processing techniques, storage environment, and aging time. Higher-grade teas, like bud teas, transform f...
Tea News · Jan 05, 2026
Elderly People Who Frequently Chew Tea Leaves Are Prone to Anemia
Many elderly individuals have the habit of drinking strong tea and even chewing tea leaves, believing it boosts energy. However, experts warn that long-term consumption of strong tea can severely interfere with iron absorption, leading to anemia and malnutrition in older adults. A case study of a 75...
Tea News · Jan 05, 2026