Tea Market Analysis: Will Ripe Pu-erh Tea Disappear?
Since its inception in 1973, ripe Pu-erh tea has been the gateway for many tea enthusiasts into Pu-erh. However, amidst the current craze for mountain-origin and ancient tree raw teas, ripe Pu-erh faces neglect. Quality ripe teas are becoming scarce as premium raw materials are hoarded for raw tea p...
Tea News · Nov 21, 2025
Three Realms of Drinking Pu-erh Tea
Pu-erh tea, as a material symbol, embodies three main characteristics of Yunnan's ethnic culture: inclusiveness, openness, and harmony. Due to its unique physical properties, cultural background, and contemporary cultural construction, Pu-erh tea has become a symbolic representation of Yunnan's ethn...
Tea News · Nov 18, 2025
The Spirit of Pu-erh Tea
Among China's hundreds of teas, Pu-erh tea stands as the most capable inheritor and representative of traditional Chinese tea culture. Pu-erh tea embodies warmth and nobility in character, while its tasting experience is profound and elegant. Through aging, Pu-erh becomes increasingly fragrant, poss...
Tea News · Nov 17, 2025
Sun-drying, Oven-drying, and Pan-firing
Sun-drying, oven-drying, and pan-firing are all classified as green teas in traditional tea categorization, sharing the same initial processing steps: fresh leaves, fixation, rolling, and drying. However, their technical requirements differ significantly, resulting in distinct quality characteristic...
Tea News · Nov 17, 2025
Buying Tea: Taste is the Key!
When purchasing tea, ordinary tea enthusiasts should trust their own palate above all else, rather than being swayed by so-called 'vintage'. Regardless of the year, a tea can only become excellent under suitable conditions, paired with appropriate tea base and proper transformation. If a tea tastes...
Tea News · Nov 15, 2025
Tea Collection (Part 1)
China is the homeland of tea with a history traceable to the 'Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors'. Today, tea is not only for drinking but certain types can also be stored and collected. Similar to collecting wine, tea collection preserves value while reflecting personal taste. In recent years, it h...
Tea News · Nov 06, 2025
What Women Need to Pay Attention to When Drinking Pu-erh Tea for Weight Loss
Many women use Pu-erh tea as a weight loss method, drinking several cups daily to achieve their goals. However, there are important precautions to consider. Pu-erh tea should be avoided during menstruation, pregnancy, lactation, and menopause due to its potential effects on iron absorption, fetal de...
Tea News · Nov 04, 2025
Ten Health Benefits of Pu-erh Tea
Pu-erh tea offers numerous health benefits including weight loss, cholesterol reduction, and immunity enhancement. Studies show it can lower cholesterol by 30% in subjects fed high-cholesterol diets. The tea contains unique compounds that boost metabolism and balance cholesterol levels. Additional b...
Tea News · Nov 04, 2025
How to Drink and Store Pu-erh Tea in Summer
During summer, proper consumption and storage of Pu-erh tea are crucial. Pu-erh tea is categorized into raw (sheng and ripe (shou varieties. Raw Pu-erh, similar to green tea, is refreshing and helps relieve summer heat but may not suit those with cold or deficient stomachs. Ripe Pu-erh, fermented...
Tea News · Nov 04, 2025
Can Moldy Aged Pu-erh Tea Still Be Drunk?
Moldy aged Pu-erh tea should generally not be consumed due to potential health risks. While some white mold might be harmless, proper Pu-erh storage requires dry, clean, and ventilated environments to prevent spoilage. When examining Pu-erh, distinguish between natural aging aroma and musty mold sme...
Tea News · Nov 04, 2025