Having quality tea requires proper storage to ensure the best color, aroma, and taste when consumed. Different types of teas, such as dark teas and Pu'er teas, can maximize their collection value when stored under the right conditions. So, to enjoy good tea, you also need to store it properly.Storing tea at home, are you doing it right? The main factors causing tea degradation include: One, light; Two, temperature; Three, moisture content of the tea; Four, air humidity; Five, oxygen; Six, microorganisms; Seven, odor contamination; The degradation caused by microorganisms is influenced by factors such as temperature, moisture, and oxygen, while odor contamination is related to the storage environment. The key to storing tea is to protect it from pressure, dampness, seal it, shield it from light, and prevent it from absorbing odors. Different types of teas require different storage methods based on their aging process and nature. White Tea White tea is the most original and simplest processed type of tea. White tea is durable in storage and its preservation is relatively environmentally friendly, not requiring low-temperature preservation; instead, it just needs to be kept away from odors at room temperature. Moreover, it has a certain potential for transformation…...

Black tea, a fully fermented tea, is characterized by its warmth and rich aroma, making it suitable for most people to drink. However, it is not recommended for those who frequently have poor sleep or low endurance. Additionally, it should be avoided on an empty stomach and before bedtime. Furthermore, strong tea, cold tea, and overnight tea are not advisable when drinking black tea. Based on the processing method and the shape of the final product, black teas are primarily divided into Gongfu Black Tea, Small-Leaf Black Tea, and Broken Black Tea; Gongfu Black Teas include Qimen Gongfu and Dian Hong Gongfu, while Small-Leaf Black Teas feature Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong. Broken Black Teas are commonly exported. There are many types of black tea, including Qimen Black Tea, Dian Black Tea, Yingde Black Tea, Xinyang Black Tea, Hanzhong Black Tea, Jin Jun Mei, Tan Yang Gongfu Black Tea, Hu Red Gongfu, Chuan Hong Gongfu Black Tea, Yue Hong Gongfu, Ying Hong No.9, and Ji Qu Red Mei, among others. Black tea has numerous varieties and is known for its mild nature as a fully fermented tea. It boasts a lustrous red infusion, a rich flavor, and a fragrant aroma, which…...

In recent years, with the rapid increase of new enthusiasts of purple clay teapots, many have developed an interest in the cultural depth behind purple clay. While enjoying these teapots, they wish to deepen their understanding and gradually come to truly appreciate the culture of purple clay. Tea Mountain: Purple clay teapots are known for their good breathability. The tea stains that adhere to the pot over long-term use are commonly referred to as a "tea mountain." Aging: Also called "nurturing the soil," this is the final processing step for purple clay. Prepared and kneaded clay is placed in ceramic jars and stored in a damp, shady area to undergo aging and transformation. Aging Period: This refers to the time from when the prepared and kneaded clay is placed in a damp, shady area to begin aging. Just like aged wine stored in underground cellars, the longer the aging period, the more lustrous and elegant the resulting teapot will be. The minimum aging period should be at least three months. Patina: After years of use, a natural and unique sheen forms on the surface of the teapot. This sheen is restrained and deep in color. Sun Line: In the bottom…...

Dandelions are not only delicious but also nutritionally rich, offering numerous benefits to the human body. Some of the wild dandelions gathered can be eaten fresh with sauce, while others can be made into tea to drink daily, which can help prevent internal heat throughout the year! Why can it be said that you won't experience internal heat for a whole year? Because dandelions effectively clear heat and detoxify, reduce fire and inflammation, and have broad-spectrum antibacterial properties, they are known as "natural antibiotics." Dandelions can be considered one of the most nutrient-rich wild vegetables on Earth. The United States Department of Agriculture's 8th Bulletin points out that, when evaluating overall nutritional value, dandelions rank fourth among green vegetables. Let me show you how to make your own dandelion tea, perfect for daily consumption, helping you stay free from internal heat, and it’s simple and convenient! Today, I'll teach you how to make dandelion tea, which is much better than simply drying dandelions and brewing them in water! Homemade Dandelion Tea: 1. Harvest fresh wild dandelions, making sure to gather those that haven't been contaminated. This ensures the tea you make will be safe and reliable. 2. Clean the dandelions.…...

In fact, many people love tea, and Kunming is a relatively ideal region for storing tea. It's generally good for storing Pu'er tea, but storing Pu'er tea requires consideration from multiple aspects. Therefore, we will introduce the correct method of storing Pu'er tea in Kunming (also known as the Kunming warehouse). Kunming Warehouse (Photographed by National Tea Center) When storing Pu'er tea, people should first pay attention to keeping it away from items with strong odors, and secondly, avoid direct sunlight. However, what many do not realize is that the temperature and humidity of the storage space are also very important. According to one tea enthusiast, the room where they store their tea is on the second floor of a four-story duplex, with hardwood floors. The morning sun can slant into the room but does not directly shine on the tea, and after 10 am, the room no longer receives sunlight. According to statistics, in the area where the tea is piled, the average temperature/humidity during the rainy season (early May to early October) is: 28.5°C/72%, with the highest temperature/humidity being: 32°C/78%; during the dry season (late October to late April), the average temperature/humidity is: 20°C/48%, with the lowest temperature/humidity…...

"Tea is a great health food, but it has certain food contraindications. If tea is improperly paired with other foods, it can create incompatibilities and generate toxic substances that can be harmful to human health! 1. Tea and Mutton Although eating mutton occasionally is greatly beneficial to the body, when you eat mutton and drink tea, the abundant protein in the mutton can combine with the tannic acid in the tea, leading to constipation. 2. Tea and Sugar Tea is bitter and cold in nature; the purpose of drinking tea is to stimulate the secretion of digestive juices to enhance digestive function and also to cool heat and detoxify. If sugar is added to the tea, it will inhibit this function. 3. Tea and Eggs Boiling eggs in tea water, where the concentration of tea is high, means there is a greater amount of tannic acid in the tea. Tannic acid can turn proteins in food into indigestible solidified substances, affecting the body's absorption and utilization of proteins. 4. Tea and Alcohol After drinking alcohol, drinking tea can cause the theophylline in tea to have a diuretic effect. At this time, acetaldehyde produced from alcohol metabolism may not yet be…...

In recent years, the Jinggu Autonomous County of the Dai and Yi Nationalities has been working hard to build up renowned ancient tea mountains such as Yangta, Lianhe, Kuzhushan, Bolin, Nanban, and Wenzhe. The county has accelerated organic certification for tea plantations, leading to a continuous increase in the economic benefits of the tea industry. Currently, Fengshan Town in Jinggu County has 30,300 mu of tea plantations, producing 1,080 tons of tea annually, with a total output value of 85.76 million yuan. Among these, 6,000 mu are ancient tree tea plantations, yielding 108 tons of tea with an output value of 20.52 million yuan. Nancuishan and Dingbashan are two ancient tea mountains in Wenzhe Village, Fengshan Town. In 2024, Wenzhe Village became a practice site for the Yunnan Provincial Ethnic Tea Culture Research Association’s Wisdom Cloud Ridge initiative, while the ancient tea garden on Dingbashan became a teaching base for Pu'er tea species research. Bolin Village in Fengshan Town is also a village that relies on tea production. It has a total of over 6,000 mu of tea plantations. Among these, more than 1,500 mu are ancient tree tea plantations over 100 years old, over 3,000 mu are large tree…...

Those who have tasted Biluochun will sincerely praise its subtle green color, soft and even leaf base, elegant fragrance, and refreshing taste. Biluochun is one of the representative products of green tea, and the components of Biluochun tea have various physiological and pharmacological effects on the human body. So how should Biluochun be brewed? How to Brew Biluochun Tea for Optimal Flavor 1. Preparation method for loose-leaf tea 1. Scald the cup by pouring in freshly boiled water to clean the cup, then place the tea leaves into the cup. At this point, the temperature of the cup is high enough to gently release the aroma of the tea. 2. Pour an appropriate temperature of water into the cup, enough to cover the tea leaves. If using a lidded bowl, place the lid upside down on the side of the cup and pour water over it, allowing it to run down the side of the cup. If using a glass cup, pour along the edge of the glass and gently swirl the cup to fully immerse the tea leaves. 3. Wait for about two minutes to allow the dry tea to absorb water and unfurl, then top up with water.…...

The European tea wares, though not as culturally profound as the Chinese ones, surpass them in design and decoration. The exquisite silver tea wares of Europe are a prime example in this regard. Today, we share with you content from Chapter Five of Yu Yue's book, Tea Fun in Various Colours: The Dissemination of Chinese Tea Abroad and Foreign Tea Affairs (published by Guangming Daily Press in August 1999). In the 17th century, the upper echelons of European society used porcelain teapots for tea drinking. Soon after, silversmiths created pure silver teapots and teaspoons. From 1755 to 1760, they began crafting silver-plated teapots with high artistic value. The early British silver teapots were most distinctive in the 18th century and were exported to American colonies in large numbers. Due to the preciousness of tea at the time, early silver teapots were mostly small. Some were lamp-shaped, some pear-shaped, with the lamp shape being the earliest, starting production in 1670. Pear-shaped silver teapots first appeared during Queen Anne's reign and remained popular through the ages. The first pear-shaped teapot in America was created by Boston's Cony, which is considered the oldest teapot on the continent. During King George I's reign, Lin…...

It is often said that tea has three lives, the first one coming from the earth. From a single seed, it sprouts, breaks through the soil, grows into a tree, develops a trunk and branches, and new leaves emerge. The soil, sunlight, rain, and mist nurture its growth until the leaves finally depart from the branches. The second life comes from human hands. Fresh leaves, carrying the nourishment of nature, are plucked, spread out to cool, wither, undergo fixation, and are rolled... It is through the skillful hands of people that it becomes, in true sense, "tea." The third life comes from water. Tea is placed in cups and teapots across countless homes, infused with hot water, where it tumbles, unfurls, and releases its essence. It merges with the water, regaining life, to be shared and admired by many. Puer tea has yet another life, bestowed by time. Freshly made Puer, like an inexperienced youth, can be somewhat fiery and lacking in composure, requiring the refinement that only time can provide. Days, months, years pass; it rests quietly, isolated, waiting patiently for transformation. Its inner qualities subtly renew themselves until it earns the praise of "aged fragrance," truly deserving of…...