Spring is here, here's how to 'brew' green tea
With spring's arrival, fresh green tea is hitting the market. While the common recommendation is to brew green tea in a glass cup for visual appreciation, this method lacks control over two critical factors: steeping temperature and infusion time. Over-steeping often leads to a bitter, astringent br...
Tea News · Mar 18, 2026
Is it better to drink raw tea or ripe tea?
The choice between raw and ripe Pu-erh tea depends on personal preference and health goals. Ripe tea, which undergoes fermentation, is believed to have enhanced health benefits due to beneficial bacteria, making it suitable for purposes like weight management and blood pressure regulation. It offers...
Tea News · Mar 16, 2026
Green Tea + Apple Juice
Drinking green tea with a cup of apple juice not only improves the flavor but also helps control appetite and has diuretic effects, reducing water retention. Consuming it before meals can prevent overeating. Apples are rich in dietary fiber, which aids in relieving constipation. You can prepare a la...
Tea News · Mar 14, 2026
Hello Spring, I am Flower Tea
Flower tea, also known as scented tea, is made by blending fresh tea leaves with fragrant flowers. The tea absorbs the floral aroma during the scenting process, after which the dried flowers are usually removed. Popular in northern China for its strong fragrance and deep-colored infusion, the most c...
Tea News · Mar 12, 2026
Amazing, a Cup of Green Tea Solves the "Flu" Problem!!!
The article discusses 'Winter Psychological Flu,' or Seasonal Affective Disorder, a type of depression common in winter, especially among women in colder, low-sunlight regions. Symptoms include low energy and mood, which typically improve in spring. Prevention methods include outdoor exercise, good...
Tea News · Mar 11, 2026
Excessive internal heat, inflammation in the body, dental caries, cavities... Drinking more tea is beneficial for all these conditions
Tea contains various antibacterial components, such as alcohols, aldehydes, esters, and phenols, which possess anti-inflammatory and bactericidal properties. Research indicates that tea polyphenols and tea pigments (theaflavins, thearubigins, theabrownins can effectively inhibit inflammatory factor...
Tea News · Mar 10, 2026
Want to lose weight, should you drink green tea or choose Pu-erh tea?
Both green tea and Pu-erh tea are popular choices for weight loss. Green tea contains aromatic compounds that help dissolve fat, vitamins B1 and C, and caffeine that aid digestion and fat burning. Its catechins boost metabolism and reduce fat cell accumulation. It should be consumed half an hour aft...
Tea News · Mar 07, 2026
Anxi Tieguanyin: One of China's Top Ten Famous Teas
Anxi Tieguanyin belongs to the green tea category and is one of China's renowned Oolong teas. It originates from Anxi County in Fujian Province and boasts a long history, often hailed as the 'King of Teas.' Its origins trace back to the Qing Dynasty's Yongzheng era (1725-1735 . Anxi County's mountai...
Tea News · Mar 06, 2026
10 Tips for Pu-erh Tea Beginners
For newcomers to Pu-erh tea, it's important to avoid direct comparisons with other teas like oolong or green tea, as Pu-erh differs in aroma, processing, and value. Focus on learning through observation, asking questions, and tasting before purchasing. Be cautious of marketing terms like 'wild,' 'ce...
Tea News · Mar 04, 2026
Drinking tea like this can cure all diseases, very informative!
This article introduces a series of traditional Chinese medicinal tea formulas, primarily featuring ingredients like goji berries and rehmannia root, combined with green tea or other herbs. These formulas are claimed to have various health benefits, such as nourishing the liver and kidneys, improvin...
Tea News · Mar 03, 2026