The Taste of Huangshan Maofeng
Huangshan Maofeng tea offers diverse taste profiles across its varieties. The orchid-type features 'freshness, aroma, charm, and sharpness' with high-intensity floral fragrance and golden-green liquor. Cloud-mist type emphasizes 'richness, charm, smoothness, and distinctiveness' through full ferment...
Tea News · Oct 18, 2025
The Origin of Huangshan Maofeng
Huangshan Maofeng originated during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty (around 1875 . It was first created by Xie Yu Da Tea House, founded by Xie Zheng'an (also known as Xie Jinghe . This tea quickly gained popularity for its superior quality and was sold as far as Northeast China and even to Eu...
Tea News · Oct 18, 2025
Huangshan Maofeng Honors
Huangshan Maofeng was rated as one of China's Top Ten Famous Teas in 1955. It earned the title of Famous Tea from the Ministry of Commerce in 1982 and a 'Certificate of Honor' from the Ministry of Foreign Trade in 1983. In 1986, it was designated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as tea for enterta...
Tea News · Oct 18, 2025
The Story of Huangshan Maofeng
Huangshan Maofeng is one of China's top ten historical famous teas, produced in Huangshan, Anhui Province. During the Tianqi period of the Ming Dynasty, County Magistrate Xiong Kaiyuan discovered this tea while lost in Huangshan. A monk brewed it for him, revealing a miraculous phenomenon: when stee...
Tea News · Oct 18, 2025
Precautions for Picking Huangshan Maofeng Tea
The high quality of Huangshan Maofeng tea is not only attributed to its growing environment but also closely related to its meticulous picking process. The timing and standards for harvesting are carefully determined rather than arbitrary. Generally, picking occurs in April, though it may start in l...
Tea News · Oct 18, 2025
Storage of Huangshan Maofeng
Huangshan Maofeng tea requires proper storage methods to maintain its quality. Three effective storage techniques include: the charcoal storage method using activated charcoal to absorb moisture; the plastic/aluminum foil bag method which involves vacuum-sealing and refrigeration; and the metal can...
Tea News · Oct 18, 2025
Planting Techniques for Huangshan Maofeng Organic Tea
Huangshan Maofeng is one of China's top ten famous teas, created by Xie Zheng'an in 1875. Organic Huangshan Maofeng tea is produced in pollution-free areas following organic agricultural systems. From cultivation to sales, the entire process avoids chemical contamination and is certified by organic...
Tea News · Oct 17, 2025
Teach You 5 Tricks to Ensure the Freshness of Tea
Tea leaves have strong adsorption properties and easily absorb odors. Since most aromatic components in tea are formed during processing, they are relatively unstable and prone to natural dissipation or oxidation. This article introduces five practical methods to preserve opened tea: using dry boxes...
Tea News · Oct 17, 2025
Can tea not be brewed multiple times (adding water multiple times)?
Tea can indeed be brewed multiple times without any issues. The only change is the concentration of dissolved substances in the tea soup, which affects its flavor. When the dissolved substances become too sparse, the tea is still drinkable but may taste bland. Research on Huangshan Maofeng shows tha...
Tea News · Aug 14, 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