Tea Has 9 Aroma Types, Understanding Aroma is Key to Understanding Tea
The aroma of tea is complex and influenced by many factors, including variety, region, cultivation conditions, fresh leaf quality, and processing methods. In the book 'Tea Evaluation and Inspection' edited by renowned tea expert Shi Zhaopeng, the aromas of finished teas are summarized into nine main...
Tea News · Apr 15, 2026
The Taste of China's Major Famous Teas
China boasts a long history of tea with a high international reputation. Its tea varieties are as rich and exquisite as a 'Manchu-Han Imperial Feast.' Among the numerous famous teas, twelve are most frequently celebrated: West Lake Longjing, Dongting Biluochun, Lushan Yunwu, Huangshan Maofeng, Xinya...
Tea News · Apr 13, 2026
Taiping Huangshan Maofeng: One of China's Top Ten Famous Teas
Huangshan Maofeng tea is produced in the Huangshan Mountain area, spanning from south of Taiping County to north of She County in Anhui Province. The tea gardens are distributed around scenic spots such as Yungu Temple, Songgu Nunnery, Diaogiao Nunnery, Ciguang Pavilion, and the Banshan Temple at an...
Tea News · Mar 06, 2026
Understanding Green Tea and Drinking Precautions
Green tea is produced by directly processing freshly picked tea leaves through steps like deactivation, rolling, and drying without fermentation. This process preserves the natural green color of the leaves and results in a clear, greenish infusion. As the most diverse and historically significant c...
Tea News · Feb 16, 2026
Have You Understood the Various "Yun" (Rhymes) of Tea?
The term "Yun" (韵 , meaning rhyme or charm, refers to the harmonious and pleasant aftertaste or sensation experienced when drinking tea. It is a hallmark of a tea's highest quality and unique character. Different teas possess their own distinctive "Yun," such as the "Rock Rhyme" (Yan Yun of Wuyi Ro...
Tea News · Jan 17, 2026
What tea is effective for summer weight loss
Weight loss is not just about reducing body weight; relying solely on dieting is not advisable. Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes the principles of spring growth, summer flourishing, autumn harvest, and winter storage, aligning with the natural growth patterns of all things. Our lower body is...
Tea News · Jan 15, 2026
Introduction to Lu'an Guapian Tea
Lu'an Guapian is a famous green tea originating from Lu'an, Jinzhai, and Huoshan counties in Anhui Province, China. Named for its flat, melon-seed-like shape, it is renowned for its unique processing method and rich history dating back to the Tang Dynasty. The tea is primarily produced in the Dabie...
Tea News · Dec 29, 2025
What does Huangshan Maofeng 1875 represent?
Huangshan Maofeng 1875 refers to a famous Chinese green tea, named to commemorate its creation in the year 1875 during the Guangxu era of the Qing Dynasty. The '1875' in its name is not an indicator of quality grade but marks the historical origin of this tea variety. It was developed through a spec...
Tea News · Dec 21, 2025
Introduction to the Origin of Huangshan Maofeng
Huangshan Maofeng, a renowned green tea, originated in the Chongtouyuan area of Huangshan during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty. Its production gradually expanded from this core region along ancient paths to surrounding villages and valleys, such as Caoxi, Xintang, and Tangkou, benefiting fr...
Tea News · Dec 16, 2025
Zhejiang Famous Teas Among Modern Chinese Famous Teas
China boasts hundreds of modern famous teas, which can be categorized into three types based on their history: traditional famous teas with long-standing reputations like West Lake Longjing and Biluochun; revived historical teas that were lost and recreated, such as Jingting Lvxue; and newly created...
Tea News · Nov 14, 2025