Summer is here, black tea tastes better when chilled!!!
In summer, chilled black tea is a refreshing and thirst-quenching beverage that can even be consumed overnight. Rich in nutrients like vitamins, minerals, proteins, and amino acids, black tea has been a staple for centuries among ethnic minorities in Northwest China who rely on it for essential diet...
Tea News · Jul 18, 2025
How to Brew Black Tea: What to Pay Attention to?
Black tea is widely consumed due to its unique qualities. There are various brewing methods, including the traditional slow brew and quick brew, as well as clear drinking and mixed drinking based on flavoring. The tea can be prepared by steeping or boiling. Most people use teacups for brewing, while...
Tea News · Jul 18, 2025
The 'Soft Gold' in Black Tea—Theaflavins
Theaflavins, known as the 'soft gold' in black tea, are golden-yellow pigments formed during the fermentation process of tea leaves. They play a crucial role in determining the color, aroma, and taste of black tea. Modern market trends favor black teas with an orange-yellow hue, as theaflavin-rich t...
Tea News · Jul 18, 2025
Ten Easy-to-Misunderstand Tea Facts, Did You Know?
Chinese tea culture is profound and requires years of dedicated study to master. Even tea enthusiasts often make common mistakes. Here are ten frequently misunderstood tea facts: 1. Cloudiness in cooled black tea indicates quality. 2. Only ripened Pu-erh qualifies as black tea. 3. Anji white tea is...
Tea News · Jul 17, 2025
How to Drink Tea for Optimal Health?
Drinking tea properly can enhance health, but improper consumption may lead to adverse effects like "tea drunkenness." Newly harvested tea contains high levels of caffeine and active alkaloids, which can cause discomfort for those with gastrointestinal issues. Avoid drinking tea on an empty stomach...
Tea News · Jul 17, 2025
Does black tea cause internal heat? Is this true?
Black tea, known for its sweet and warm nature, helps accumulate yang energy, generates warmth, and enhances the body's resistance to cold. The polyphenolic compounds in black tea have anti-inflammatory effects, while catechins can inhibit and eliminate pathogens by binding to single-cell bacteria....
Tea News · Jul 16, 2025
Can You Drink Tea on an Empty Stomach in the Morning?
Years ago, the trend was 'a glass of salt water in the morning,' but this is no longer recommended due to excessive salt intake. Plain water is safe but bland. Drinking a cup of fragrant tea in the morning can be a delightful experience, as compounds like caffeine, catechins, and tea polyphenols can...
Tea News · Jul 16, 2025
Tea Knowledge: How to Drink Tea in Summer?
Summer brings high temperatures that can lead to discomfort, fatigue, and even heatstroke. Drinking tea can help alleviate these issues, but it's important to choose the right type of tea for your needs. White tea, with its cooling properties and rich amino acids, is great for preventing heatstroke....
Tea News · Jul 15, 2025
Five Recommended Teas for Summer
Facing the scorching sun and sultry air outdoors, heatstroke is inevitable. Additionally, many people nowadays suffer from conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and high blood sugar. In the summer, boiling a pot of water and brewing a cup of tea not only helps beat the heat but also...
Tea News · Jul 14, 2025
Dragon Boat Festival Food Pairings to Keep You from Getting Tired of Sticky Rice Dumplings and Indigestion!
During the Dragon Boat Festival, eating sticky rice dumplings (zongzi is an essential tradition. However, the glutinous rice and fatty fillings can be hard to digest. Pairing zongzi with tea, such as black tea or golden flower pu-erh, can aid digestion and soothe the stomach. Black tea is gentle on...
Tea News · Jul 14, 2025