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
How to Read Tea Leaves? Uncovering the Secrets of Tea from the Leaves
When buying tea at a shop, it's easy to be misled by the seller's exaggerated claims. However, if you calmly ask to see the tea leaves (叶底 , the seller will immediately recognize your expertise. Observing tea leaves is a straightforward and practical way to assess tea quality, especially for beginne...
Tea News · Aug 07, 2025
How to brew Lapsang Souchong and what are its characteristics?
Brewing Lapsang Souchong, a type of black tea, requires attention to factors like tea quantity, water temperature, and steeping time. Unlike rigid guidelines, the process should be flexible, adapting to the tea's unique traits, such as fermentation level and flavor profile. Typically, 5 grams of tea...
Tea News · Aug 06, 2025
Drinking Tea This Way Maximizes Anti-Cancer Effects
The article discusses the optimal way to brew tea for maximizing its health benefits, particularly its anti-cancer properties. It explains that the number of times tea should be brewed depends on the type of tea, with bagged tea recommended for a single brew and loose-leaf tea up to three times. The...
Tea News · Aug 06, 2025
Afraid of the Trouble in Brewing Pu-erh Tea? Try These Methods
Many tea lovers find it challenging to brew a cup of authentic Pu-erh tea due to the time and effort required. However, there are simpler methods to enjoy this tea without the hassle. Options include boiling the tea directly, using a convenient steeping cup, choosing pre-portioned tea shapes like sm...
Tea News · Jul 29, 2025
5 Aspects to Fully Disclose Huangshan Maofeng
Huangshan Maofeng is a renowned green tea originating from the Huangshan Mountain range, primarily produced in Huizhou District and Qimen County. The tea is distinguished by its delicate appearance, with leaves resembling sparrow tongues and a golden hue. It is categorized into four grades based on...
Tea News · Jul 29, 2025