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[Gossip about Pu-erh Tea] The Taste of Pu-erh Tea from Different Schools
Pu-erh tea exhibits diverse flavors influenced by various schools of thought and production methods. The Kaoju School emphasizes rigorous research into tree species, origin, season, processing, and storage to determine quality. Regional schools, such as the Yunnan School or the Ancient Six Tea Mount...
Tea News · Aug 28, 2025
How to Choose Pu-erh Tea
Pu-erh tea is unique as it improves with age, forming a distinct collection culture internationally. The longer it is stored, the more valuable it becomes, earning it the title 'drinkable antique.' Its health benefits are also gaining attention. Good Pu-erh tea must come from specific regions in Yun...
Tea News · Aug 26, 2025
How to Identify the Quality of Pu-erh Tea from its Aroma?
The aroma of Pu-erh tea, primarily from large-leaf arbor varieties, is a key indicator of its quality. Distinguishing between raw (sheng and ripe (shou Pu-erh is essential. Ripe Pu-erh, due to the wet-piling fermentation process, develops a distinct 'ripe' aroma, which may fade over decades, leavi...
Tea News · Aug 26, 2025
The Six Tastes of Pu-erh Tea?
Pu-erh tea is renowned for its complex and evolving flavor profile, often characterized by six primary tastes: sweetness, bitterness, astringency, sourness, a watery taste, and a tasteless quality. These flavors can appear individually or coexist in a single brew. The highly sought-after sweetness e...
Tea News · Aug 25, 2025
Top 5 Misunderstandings Chinese People Have About Drinking Tea: Are You Doing It Right?
As a traditional Chinese beverage, tea has been cherished for centuries. However, many drinkers fall into common misconceptions, such as believing expensive tea is always superior, that tea alone can lead to weight loss, or that it can cure all ailments. This article ranks the top five misunderstand...
Tea News · Aug 24, 2025
The Anti-Cancer and Cancer Prevention Properties of Pu-erh Tea
Scientific research has demonstrated that Pu-erh tea possesses significant anti-cancer and cancer-preventive properties. Its active components, such as tea polyphenols, catechins, and tea pigments, exhibit strong antioxidant capabilities, inhibiting the expression of cancer genes and blocking cell p...
Tea News · Aug 23, 2025
Identification of Wild Tea, Abandoned Tea, and Terrace Tea in Pu-erh Tea
This article details the identification of three types of Pu-erh tea: wild tea, abandoned tea, and terrace tea. Wild tea grows naturally without human cultivation, characterized by thick leaves, deep aroma, and low irritation but potential bitterness. Abandoned tea was initially cultivated but later...
Tea News · Aug 22, 2025
If You've Tasted All These Tea Flavors, I'll Kneel in Admiration!
This article explores 14 distinct taste profiles found in premium teas, categorized by leaf quality, processing methods, and sensory characteristics. It covers robust types like strong and mellow green teas (e.g., Tunlu, Wulu , intense black teas with high stimulation, and rich oolongs like武夷岩茶(Wuyi...
Tea News · Aug 21, 2025
Tea Brewing Tips: First Rinse, Second Steep, Third and Fourth are the Essence
Pu-erh tea, known for its mild nature and benefits in lowering blood pressure and reducing fat, offers a rich, thick broth and a sweet aftertaste that delights many. This guide simplifies the traditional, lengthy brewing process into three key steps: warming the cup with boiling water to enhance aro...
Tea News · Aug 20, 2025
Boiling Tea is Good, But Not All Teas Are Suitable for Boiling
While boiling is a traditional method to enjoy tea, it is not universally suitable. Generally, aged teas like old White Tea, Hei Cha (Dark Tea , and aged Tieguanyin are more appropriate for boiling. The process can be done either by boiling the leaves directly or by boiling them after initial infusi...
Tea News · Aug 20, 2025