I Love Tieguanyin! How Much Do You Know About It? (Part 1)
Tieguanyin is a renowned oolong tea originating from Anxi, China, celebrated for its complex processing and diverse flavor profiles. Its leaves are characterized by a unique 'dragonfly head, spiral body, frog leg' shape. The tea exhibits remarkable versatility, ranging from lightly fermented, green...
Tea News · Jan 31, 2026
I love Tieguanyin! How much do you know about it? (Part 2)
This article delves into the art of brewing Tieguanyin tea, emphasizing techniques like using a less dense filter and avoiding over-steeping lightly fermented varieties. It compares different types such as Qingxiang (light fragrance , Nongxiang (strong fragrance , and aged Tieguanyin, along with pro...
Tea News · Jan 30, 2026
Teas That Improve with Age: Pu-erh Tea, Dark Tea, Oolong Tea
Certain teas are renowned for developing richer flavors and aromas over time, a characteristic known as 'improving with age.' The primary teas that exhibit this quality are Pu-erh tea, Dark tea (such as those from Hunan or Sichuan , and some Oolong teas like aged Tieguanyin. For successful aging, it...
Tea News · Jan 27, 2026
The Five Levels of Tea Aroma Explained: The Orchid Fragrance of Tieguanyin is the True Aroma
The article delves into the nuanced world of tea aroma, outlining five distinct levels: Surface Aroma (Floating , Aroma Entering Water, Water Containing Aroma, Water Generating Aroma, and Water as Aroma. It explains that true, high-quality tea aroma is natural, subtle, and lingers after drinking, or...
Tea News · Jan 24, 2026
Should You Drink Tea on an Empty Stomach in the Morning?
The article explores the common practice of drinking tea on an empty stomach in the morning, a habit many veteran tea enthusiasts swear by for its purported health benefits like 'cleansing the intestines'. It presents differing viewpoints from medical professionals and tea drinkers. While some docto...
Tea News · Jan 22, 2026
A Simple Introduction to the Six Major Tea Categories: Oolong Tea
Oolong tea, also known as Qingcha, is a semi-fermented tea. It is broadly categorized into two types based on processing: traditional robust aroma and modern light aroma. Oolong tea is further divided into four main regional styles: Wuyi Rock Tea from northern Fujian, Tieguanyin from southern Fujian...
Tea News · Jan 21, 2026
The Five "Collection Values" of Anxi Tieguanyin
Anxi Tieguanyin is a precious natural beverage with excellent health and beauty benefits. Scientific analysis proves it is rich in amino acids, vitamins, minerals, tea polyphenols, and alkaloids. It offers multiple nutritional and medicinal effects, including clearing vision, reducing inflammation,...
Tea News · Jan 21, 2026
Evaluating Oolong Tea: Dry Leaf Appearance and Wet Aroma Taste
Oolong tea is a special tea category from Fujian Province, known for its intricate initial processing and complex quality evaluation. Sensory assessment remains a crucial method for determining its quality, divided into evaluating rough tea (毛茶 and refined tea. The evaluation of rough Oolong tea in...
Tea News · Jan 21, 2026
Ten Must-Know Little Facts About Anxi Tieguanyin
Anxi Tieguanyin, one of China's top ten famous teas, is beloved by tea enthusiasts. It was featured as the 'leader of the top ten teas' at the Shanghai World Expo in 2010. Known for its quality 'as solid as iron,' its traditional form is characterized by a dragonfly head, spiral body, and frog leg s...
Tea News · Jan 18, 2026
A pot of tea in the early morning, no need to find a doctor
There is a popular saying: 'A pot of tea in the early morning, no need to find a doctor.' Many seasoned tea lovers start their day by drinking a strong pot of tea on an empty stomach. Observing these elderly tea enthusiasts, they often have smooth skin and rosy complexions. Could morning tea on an e...
Tea News · Jan 18, 2026