Drink for Health: Pair Different Types of Tea with Different Tea Sets!
Drinking tea is a healthy habit, especially in dry weather, as it hydrates the body, refreshes the mind, and offers numerous health benefits. However, using the right teaware is crucial for bringing out the best in each tea. This article explores the importance of matching tea types with appropriate...
Tea News · Jan 20, 2026
Is There a Relationship Between Tea Foam and Tea Quality?
When brewing tea, the foam that forms is primarily caused by substances like tea saponin, proteins, solid powders, and charcoal dust present in the tea leaves. Tea saponin, in particular, is a natural foaming agent. The amount of foam is not an indicator of tea quality. For instance, teas with fine...
Tea News · Jan 07, 2026
All About Tea, Are You Drinking It Right, Tea Enthusiasts?
This comprehensive guide explores over 70 different types of teas and their unique health benefits. From traditional Chinese teas like Tieguanyin and Pu'er to herbal infusions like chrysanthemum and lavender, each variety offers distinct advantages. Green teas like Longjing and Biluochun help with a...
Tea News · Nov 20, 2025
Longjing Tea Should Not Be Brewed with Boiling Water
Longjing tea, renowned for its four key characteristics - vibrant color, rich aroma, sweet taste, and beautiful shape - requires careful selection and proper brewing to fully appreciate its qualities. When selecting, focus on the tea's color during both 'dry inspection' of the unbrewed leaves and 'w...
Tea News · Nov 10, 2025
The Delight of Tea Drinking: Biluochun's Fragrance Overflows
Tasting premium Biluochun tea is a delightful experience. Brewed in a transparent glass cup using 70-80°C water, the tea leaves sink instantly while creating a mesmerizing spectacle resembling 'rolling white clouds and dancing snowflakes.' The tea presents three visual wonders: snow-like foam, sprin...
Tea News · Nov 05, 2025
Bagged Tea Is Best Brewed Only Once While Loose Tea Should Not Exceed 3 Brews
According to research from the Tea Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, bagged tea should ideally be brewed only once as 80-90% of its nutrients are released during the first 3-5 minute infusion. Loose leaf tea can be brewed up to three times - the first brew (5 minute...
Tea News · Nov 03, 2025
Want to Drink Good Longjing Tea? A Little Knowledge is Essential
Longjing tea is renowned for its four unique characteristics: vibrant color, rich aroma, sweet taste, and beautiful shape. To select high-quality Longjing, focus on its appearance—premium varieties are flat, straight, and sharp with a uniform size and tender green hue. When brewed, the tea should ha...
Tea News · Oct 10, 2025
What is the minimum number of tea utensils needed to brew Pu-erh tea?
Brewing Pu-erh tea can be done with a surprisingly minimal set of utensils. While elaborate sets are available, only five essential items are truly necessary: a gaiwan (lidded bowl , a tea strainer, a kettle, a fairness cup (gongdao bei , and tasting cups. The gaiwan is the most versatile brewing ve...
Tea News · Sep 24, 2025
You're Not Still Drinking Loose Tea, Are You?
The article discusses the differences between brewing bagged tea and loose-leaf tea in terms of nutrient release and recommended brewing times. Bagged tea, due to its finely processed leaves, releases 80-90% of its nutrients, such as cancer-fighting tea polyphenols and blood sugar-lowering tea polys...
Tea News · Sep 21, 2025
After brewing tea, let it steep for a while to enhance its aroma
The article discusses the techniques of 'steeping' and 'brewing' in tea preparation. 'Brewing' refers to leaving the tea uncovered during the process, allowing the aroma to dissipate naturally with rapid cooling, while 'steeping' involves covering the tea to maintain temperature and enhance its frag...
Tea News · Aug 12, 2025