How to Retain the Fragrance of Tea?
Improper storage can cause tea to lose its original flavor, especially its delicate fragrance. To preserve the tea's quality, follow these four tips: avoid moisture, as tea with 8.8% water content may mold, and 12% can lead to rapid mold growth; store in a cool, dark place, as light affects tea qual...
Tea News · Jul 02, 2025
How to Store Good Tea?
Tea is highly susceptible to moisture and odors, and under conditions of high temperature, humidity, sunlight, and ample oxygen, the internal components of tea can rapidly degrade, reducing its quality and even causing it to spoil in a short time. This is especially true for freshly picked green tea...
Tea News · Jun 26, 2025
Common Misconceptions About Collecting Pu-erh Tea: How Many Have You Fallen For?
Pu-erh tea stands out from other tea types due to its unique characteristic of improving with age, which also grants it value beyond immediate consumption—storage and collection. However, many tea enthusiasts inadvertently stumble into pitfalls when collecting Pu-erh. This article highlights five co...
Tea News · Jun 24, 2025
Tea has a miscellaneous taste after being stored for a long time, try brewing it like this
If tea has been stored for a while, it may develop off-flavors due to oxidation or moisture. Before drinking, check for mold—discard if moldy. If only slightly stale, adjust brewing methods: use boiling water for the first steep (discard it , then shorten subsequent steeps; lower water temperature t...
Tea News · Jun 22, 2025
Tea stored too long? Three methods to restore its original flavor
If tea has been stored for a long time, it may undergo changes such as yellowing or reddening due to chlorophyll and polyphenol compounds. Improper drying or storage can lead to bitterness or even mold. Before drinking, check for mold by inspecting or smelling the leaves. If moldy, discard it. For t...
Tea News · Jun 21, 2025
Tea has a mixed taste after being stored for a long time. Try brewing it this way!
Tea that has been stored for a while, whether vacuum-packed or not, may undergo changes. Chlorophyll and polyphenol compounds in the tea can cause it to turn yellow, red, or develop off-flavors, and in some cases, even mold. Before drinking stored tea, first check for mold—if there's a musty smell,...
Tea News · Jun 20, 2025
If You Don't Want to Get Sick from Drinking Tea, You Must Learn to Waste This Kind of Tea
Many tea lovers consider wasting tea a shameful act, often hearing advice to 'cherish tea' and avoid waste. However, failing to discard spoiled tea can harm your health. For example, an elderly man fell ill after drinking moldy Tieguanyin tea, experiencing symptoms like diarrhea and dizziness. Moldy...
Tea News · Jun 15, 2025
To Collect Pu-erh Tea, You Need to Understand These Issues First
In recent years, collecting has become a craze, especially for Pu-erh tea, with various limited editions appearing on the market. Although Pu-erh tea holds significant collection value, it’s important not to blindly follow trends and instead proceed with caution. Here are some key issues you should...
Tea News · Jun 10, 2025
What should be paid attention to when storing a used purple clay teapot?
When storing a used purple clay teapot, it is essential to ensure it is completely dry to prevent mold growth. Avoid sealing the teapot in a box or wrapping it directly, as residual tea stains can mildew. Store the teapot in a well-ventilated area away from prolonged sunlight exposure. Placing dry t...
Tea News · Jun 05, 2025