Tea Zhihu: Why is Oolong Tea Called 'Oolong'?
Oolong tea, also known as green tea, is a semi-fermented tea with many varieties. It is a distinctive tea category in China, known for its unique processing method involving steps like picking, withering, shaking, frying, rolling, and baking. The name 'Oolong' comes from a Fujian dialect word meanin...
Tea News · Jan 10, 2026
Do You Know the Three 'Black Periods' for Drinking Tea?
For those accustomed to a fast-paced lifestyle, the companionship of tea is a delightful and poetic experience. However, everything has two sides. While drinking tea offers health benefits, it also requires attention to timing. Consuming tea at the wrong time may potentially harm one's health. In ou...
Tea News · Jan 05, 2026
Tea Brewing Tips
This article introduces basic knowledge about tea brewing, covering tea selection, health benefits, teaware, and water quality. Different teas suit different people: black tea is good for the weak, green tea for the young, scented tea helps regulate mood, and oolong tea aids weight loss. Purple clay...
Tea News · Jan 02, 2026
What kind of tea is Fujian Da Hong Pao?
Da Hong Pao is a type of Oolong tea (also known as Qing tea , a semi-fermented tea produced in the Wuyi Rock region of Fujian. It is often mistakenly thought to be a black tea. Da Hong Pao is rich in beneficial components such as tea polyphenols, tea polysaccharides, and theanine, which are associat...
Tea News · Jan 01, 2026
Introduction to Tea Produced in Anxi
Anxi, located in Fujian Province, China, is a renowned tea-producing region famous for several premium tea varieties. The most celebrated among them is Tieguanyin, a top-quality Oolong tea originating from Xiping Town, known for its tightly rolled leaves, golden liquor, rich aroma, and mellow, sweet...
Tea News · Jan 01, 2026
Introduction to Tea Classification
Tea can be classified based on its processing method, fermentation level, harvest season, and growing environment. The main categories by processing are: non-fermented green tea (e.g., Longjing , lightly fermented yellow tea (e.g., Junshan Yinzhen , lightly fermented white tea (e.g., Baihao Yinzhen ...
Tea News · Dec 29, 2025
Three Taboos in Drinking Oolong Tea
Oolong tea combines the mellow taste of green tea, the richness of black tea, and the fragrance of scented tea. Experts note that different varieties of Oolong tea have their own unique characteristics after brewing. However, there are three important taboos to keep in mind when drinking Oolong tea:...
Tea News · Dec 28, 2025
How Long Is the Shelf Life of Tea?
The shelf life of tea varies depending on the type. Fully fermented teas like Pu'er tea and black tea can be stored for 10 to 20 years, and even improve in quality with proper storage. Other examples include Wuyi rock tea and Liubao tea. Typically, sealed packaged tea has a shelf life of 12 to 24 mo...
Tea News · Dec 27, 2025
The Art of Seasonal Tea Drinking
Traditional Chinese tea culture emphasizes drinking different types of tea according to the seasons to harmonize with nature and promote health. In spring, fragrant jasmine tea helps dispel winter chill and refresh the mind to combat spring fatigue. Summer calls for cooling green tea to clear heat,...
Tea News · Dec 26, 2025
Introduction to Anxi Famous Teas
Anxi boasts a uniquely favorable natural environment and abundant tea tree resources, with over 50 collected tea varieties, earning it the reputation as a 'treasure trove of fine tea tree cultivars.' The six most representative famous teas of Anxi are introduced as follows: Tieguanyin, originally fr...
Tea News · Dec 23, 2025