The Origin of Tea Cakes, the Bitter Taste of Tea Turns Sweet
Tea cakes, also known as compressed tea or round tea, originated in the Northern Song Dynasty when Ding Jin, the Fujian transport commissioner, first created 'Phoenix Cakes,' later followed by 'Dragon Cakes.' These Dragon and Phoenix Cakes served as imperial tribute tea until the Ming Dynasty. In th...
Tea News · Jan 30, 2026
Experiencing the 'Water' of Pu-erh Tea
The experience of Pu-erh tea soup in the mouth involves various sensations beyond flavor, collectively referred to as its 'water character.' This character can be described in seven aspects: smoothness, melting, liveliness, sandiness, thickness, thinness, and sharpness. Among these, smoothness, melt...
Tea News · Jan 29, 2026
Important Component of Pu-erh Tea: Amino Acids
Amino acids are organic compounds containing amino and carboxyl groups, serving as the fundamental building blocks of proteins. In Pu-erh tea, amino acids contribute significantly to the flavor attribute of freshness and umami. Their content is directly proportional to this taste sensation. During t...
Tea News · Jan 29, 2026
Pu-erh Tea, The Beauty of Time's Craftsmanship
Pu-erh tea is recognized as a significant tea variety worldwide, celebrated for its unique production, consumption, and artistic culture. It is considered a tea sage, refined by time and natural processes. Unlike other teas, Pu-erh undergoes a complex, multi-step production and a slow 'post-fermenta...
Tea News · Jan 29, 2026
Iceland Tea Ancient Tree Pu-erh Ice Island Tea
Ice Island tea, a type of ancient tree Pu-erh from the Ice Island village, is renowned for its distinctive qualities. The tea leaves are robust, with thick, tender buds and large, dark green foliage. Its flavor profile is marked by an exceptionally low bitterness and astringency, accompanied by a pr...
Tea News · Jan 27, 2026
Teas That Improve with Age: Pu-erh Tea, Dark Tea, Oolong Tea
Certain teas are renowned for developing richer flavors and aromas over time, a characteristic known as 'improving with age.' The primary teas that exhibit this quality are Pu-erh tea, Dark tea (such as those from Hunan or Sichuan , and some Oolong teas like aged Tieguanyin. For successful aging, it...
Tea News · Jan 27, 2026
Proper Storage of Spring Ancient Tea
Spring Ancient Tea, harvested from century-old tea trees, requires specific storage conditions to preserve and enhance its quality during aging. Key factors include maintaining a natural, clean, and odor-free environment with stable temperature (ideally 20-30°C and controlled humidity (around 70% ....
Tea News · Jan 17, 2026
Is It Possible to Determine the Age of a Pu-erh Tea Tree with Just One Sip?
The article explores the scientific basis and practical feasibility of determining the age of a Pu-erh tea tree by tasting the tea. It explains that under identical external conditions, tea trees of different ages exhibit different metabolic patterns: younger trees (under 30 years show more active...
Tea News · Jan 16, 2026
How to Drink Tea in Summer
Summer's high temperatures can bring discomfort, lethargy, and even heatstroke. Drinking tea can help combat these issues, but it's important to choose the right tea for your needs. White tea helps prevent heatstroke due to its cooling nature and amino acids. Black tea can refresh the mind and warm...
Tea News · Jan 14, 2026
Analysis: The Differences Between Liubao Tea and Pu-erh Tea
Liubao Tea and Pu-erh Tea are both renowned health-preserving teas, often categorized as dark teas. However, they belong to distinct tea types upon strict definition. While they may appear similar, a closer examination reveals significant differences in their origin, processing, and characteristics....
Tea News · Jan 14, 2026