Green Tea

West Lake Longjing is one of the top ten famous teas in China, a type of green tea. It is named after its place of origin, the mountains around Longjing Village near West Lake in Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, and has a history of over 1200 years. Longjing tea has a unique fragrance and aroma, with a lasting and deep scent that lingers on the palate. The spring tea from West Lake Longjing is harvested when the temperature is suitable and rainfall abundant, making the tea leaves plump and covered with fine down. During the spring tea season, the gentle rains nourish the young tea shoots, giving Longjing tea its outstanding natural quality, characterized by "green color, rich aroma, sweet taste, and beautiful shape." For tea lovers, every spring they look forward to the newly picked Longjing tea, embodying the misty rain and soft sunlight of southern China, all captured in a cup. This is what makes it feel like spring. So, how much does the West Lake Longjing spring tea cost per pound in 2024? Price of West Lake Longjing Spring Tea 2024 (250 grams) Entirely Handcrafted Premium First Harvest: 5588 CNY Semi-handcrafted Premium First Harvest: 5488 CNY Semi-handcrafted…...

Grape oolong tea, a tea beverage that combines traditional oolong tea with modern tastes, has attracted considerable attention in the market. It is not black tea but an innovative drink based on oolong tea, blended with raisins, jasmine flowers, and food-grade flavorings. This article will detail the characteristics of grape oolong tea, its differences from black tea, and explore the diversity and unique craftsmanship of oolong teas. Composition and Characteristics of Grape Oolong Tea Grape oolong tea is a daily beverage whose main ingredient is oolong tea, enhanced by the addition of raisins, jasmine flowers, and food-grade flavorings. This tea beverage does not belong to the category of black tea but is a derivative product of oolong tea, featuring a unique fruity and floral aroma, providing new options for tea enthusiasts. Significant Differences Between Black Tea and Oolong Tea Black tea is a fully fermented tea with typical red leaves, red liquor, and red leaf base, while oolong tea is a semi-fermented tea, often appearing green when dry. There are significant differences between black tea and oolong tea in terms of appearance, color, aroma, and taste. The aroma profile of oolong tea can vary widely, showcasing floral, fruity, milky, and…...

Xinyang Maojian, also known as Yu Mao Feng, belongs to the category of green teas and is one of China’s Top Ten Famous Teas, as well as a renowned specialty of Henan Province. Its main production areas are in the Shilhe District (formerly Xinyang City), Pingqiao District (formerly Xinyang County), and Luoshan County in Xinyang City. The tea is celebrated for its unique style characterized by its “fineness, roundness, glossiness, straightness, abundant white tips, high fragrance, rich taste, and green infusion color.” Xinyang Maojian is a premium tea, with its high status stemming not only from its advantageous growing conditions and exquisite processing techniques but also from its scarcity and preciousness. With limited annual production, it becomes a sought-after item among tea collectors and enthusiasts. More than just a tea, Xinyang Maojian carries the treasure of traditional Chinese tea culture, offering a taste of its exceptional quality and the allure of tea culture. The spring harvest of Xinyang Maojian typically begins around late March to early April. This period marks the primary harvesting season for Xinyang Maojian spring tea, when the tea quality is at its best. Tea farmers usually choose to pick on days with clear weather and suitable…...

The Banana Forest in Yiwu Gaoshan Village is a state-owned ancient tea forest, named after the banana trees among which the tea trees grow. It is the oldest settlement of the village ancestors and the most ancient tea garden in the village. The tea trees here have not been pruned and are in a semi-primitive wild state, coexisting with the surrounding forest. Coupled with ample sunlight and a moderate slope, this tea plot cultivates thick and unique tea leaves. The ancient tea trees of the Banana Forest come with the soft and sweet characteristics typical of Yiwu, and can also be considered one of the areas with the most prominent aroma experiences in Yiwu. Floral, sweet fruit, and honey aromas are all contained within the tea liquor, with the fragrance prominently present in the liquid. The tea liquor is smooth and delicate upon entry, gentle yet firm, full of flavor. The Pu'er spring tea of 2024 has entered the picking period, with large-scale picking expected to start at the end of March or early April. The Pu'er tea from the Banana Forest of Yiwu Gaoshan Village is loved by many tea enthusiasts for its unique taste and aroma. Preliminary Sale…...

Taishun County is located in the southwestern part of Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province. It has extensive mountainous areas, distinct seasons, and abundant rainfall, providing superior natural resources and a favorable ecological environment that are conducive to tea plant growth. In recent years, Taishun County has attached great importance to the development of the tea industry. Currently, the total area of tea gardens in Taishun County is approximately 6,000 hectares, with the majority (about 60%) concentrated in the five towns of Shiyang, Yayang, Pengxi, Luoyang, and Bai Zhang. Sanbei Fragrant Green Tea is the main product in these towns, characterized by its high fragrance and rich flavor, as well as its lingering aroma after three infusions. It has won nearly one hundred awards, including the China Tea Cup, National Drink Cup, and International Famous Tea Gold Award. "Sanbei Fragrant" is the leading tea brand in Taishun County, with a comprehensive annual output value reaching 1.2 billion RMB. The tea industry has become a pillar industry in local ecological agriculture, and tea income is one of the primary sources of income for local farmers. 01 Current Situation of Sanbei Fragrant Green Tea Processing The "Sanbei Fragrant" tea regional public brand has been…...

A small green tangerine can yield around 10 infusions. A single fruit can be continuously infused, but avoid using the small green tangerine the next day and try to consume it on the same day. When brewing a small green tangerine, pour hot water for the first infusion as a rinse, then directly infuse with boiling water afterward, with an ideal temperature of 100°C. Small green tangerines have the characteristic of becoming more fragrant over time, with a taste that is sweet, smooth, and leaves a lasting fragrance in the mouth. How Many Infusions Can You Get from a Small Green Tangerine? In my evaluation, I got 18 infusions, not counting the first rinse. The later infusions took a bit longer to steep. I directly poured hot water over the tangerine without steeping or boiling it. After 18 infusions, if you use a covered bowl and let it steep, you could likely get a few more infusions. So, a good small green tangerine can yield over 20 infusions, enough to last you most of the day. Brewing Methods for Small Green Tangerines First Method – Whole Fruit Brewing: 1. Open the packaging. 2. Remove the top cover of the tangerine…...

Shi Dabin (1573–1648), also known as Shi Dabing, with the style name Shaoshan, was from Wuyuan, Huizhou. After finishing his private school education at the age of 13, Shi Dabin began making Yixing clay teapots. At that time, Gong Chun, a renowned master of Yixing ware, was already an octogenarian. In a certain year, month, and day, Gong Chun met Shi Dabin, recognizing his potential and took him under his wing to mentor him personally, eventually becoming his last disciple. After several years of apprenticeship, Shi Dabin inherited and mastered Gong Chun’s method of pot-making by hand modeling. He conducted extensive research on clay mixture preparation, forming techniques, design, and engraving for Yixing ware. He developed his own method of making pots using the "body-building" technique of patting and shaping. He not only expanded the variety and ornamental forms of Yixing clay teapots but also established a highly sophisticated technical system still used by the Yixing industry today, involving clay slabs and inlaying. He carefully selected various shades of Yixing clay to create a style that is ancient and majestic. Shi Dabin was extremely serious about his work; whenever he was unsatisfied with a piece, he would destroy it without…...

The reason many friends like purple clay pots is that they "become increasingly mellow with prolonged use and tea drinking," but few are truly well-nourished in daily use. ▲Nourished patina When you see the pots that experts have nourished, they are warm and restrained, noble and elegant, making one envious. Yet, your own pot can easily become "dirty or patchy." Today, let's talk about the issues of nourishing a pot. Unable to Achieve Results The nourishment of a purple clay pot, also known as the patina, has a warm and subdued color, emitting a natural glow. This is the state of a purple clay pot after it has been nurtured. If you cannot achieve these results, there are several reasons: 1. The pot has been waxed or over-polished. 2. It is a slip-cast pot or a hand-pulled pot. ▲Not a natural shine These types of pots either have been treated on their surface or have added water glass and different processes. They are "already relatively shiny." Therefore, when using them, pot enthusiasts might feel that the effects of nourishment are not significant. A purple clay pot itself has a sandy texture. Before being fully nourished, it appears plain and simple,…...

White tea is the simplest type of tea. It doesn’t require any fixation or stir-frying, it only needs to be naturally air-dried. Even for storage, white tea has low requirements; it just needs to be kept at a constant temperature in a dry and odorless environment. Without complex processes and minimal human intervention, white tea presents a taste that is closest to nature, a fresh and sweet flavor. Coupled with the full-bodied "sunny taste" produced by sun-drying, white tea embodies minimalism in Chinese teas. White tea, one of the six major types of tea, is renowned for its fresh and unprocessed character. If we compare tea-making to cooking, some green teas would be stir-fried dishes, black teas would be braised dishes, while this white tea would be like blanched vegetables, preserving the most basic flavors of the tea leaves. Just like relationships between people, it doesn’t need to be dramatic, as long as there is consistent warmth and sincerity. White tea is cool in nature and has effects similar to those of rhinoceros horn. The reputation of white tea dates back a long time, with early records found in "Compendium of Materia Medica" and "The Classic of Tea." "Compendium of…...

Xiaoxinggan, hard in texture and fragrant in aroma, has a strong spicy scent that can uplift the spirit upon closer sniffing. The peel is dark greenish-brown, and high-quality Xiaoxinggan Pu'er tea will have a "white bloom" on its surface. When tasting it, one experiences a refreshing sensation, with a sweet taste, and the blend of Xiaoxinggan and Pu'er has a rather bold flavor. The unripe peel (qingpi) is cold and intense in nature, and to avoid harm to the body, it should not be used alone. Xiaoxinggan Pu'er tea, made by combining the unripe peel with warm-natured ripe tea, has already neutralized much of the intensity of the Xiaoxinggan, making the tea relatively cool in nature. However, those who are physically weak, have poor blood or qi, or have liver or spleen issues should drink less of it. Children and the elderly, whose constitutions tend to be weaker, should also consume it sparingly. The following four groups are most suitable for drinking this tea: 1. Those who consume foods that are high in calories and greasy may find the limonene in Xiaoxinggan Pu'er tea helpful in promoting the secretion of digestive juices, aiding digestion and reducing greasiness; 2. Individuals with…...

The health benefits of tea are numerous; it can prevent cardiovascular diseases, lower cholesterol levels, boost the immune system, enhance antibacterial capabilities, and aid in weight loss. Although regular tea consumption is generally beneficial to health, choosing the right type of tea according to one's condition can maximize its health benefits.Especially for female friends when drinking tea, it is crucial to understand their own constitution and the nature of the tea. What are the things women should be mindful of when drinking tea? Note One: Drink Tea According to Constitution and Nature of the Tea Chinese tea is categorized into six types: green tea, black tea (red tea in China), yellow tea, white tea, oolong tea, and dark tea (Pu'er). Each category has a different nature, and thus, different effects on the human body. Therefore, it is important to choose the appropriate type of tea based on your constitution. Oolong tea (green tea) is neutral and suitable for most people. Dark tea (Pu'er tea) is warm-natured and helps eliminate grease, detoxify meat products, and lower cholesterol levels; it tastes better and becomes more effective after being stored for a while. Black tea (red tea) is warm-natured and is recommended for…...

When everyone first starts playing with purple clay teapots, they know nothing about the colorful varieties of purple clay. Then they gradually learn about types like purple clay, duan clay, red clay, and so on. At first, they think they've become proficient, but then they discover names like purple eggplant clay, old purple clay, red skin dragon, black star soil, golden duan, and more... which leaves them even more confused. I dare say that most enthusiasts are still at this stage: constantly exploring and collecting an endless variety of purple clay types. However, if you continue to delve deeper, you'll find that all the different types of clay are just derivatives or coexisting clays of the initial few types. They're only given different names due to differences in the color of the ore, the location of the mine, and the final color of the finished product. 1. Purple clay includes types like bottom groove clear (Dicaoqing) and old purple clay. The color range primarily spans from brownish yellow, brownish red, to chocolate colors. When assessing whether it's good quality material, pay attention to the particles. Personally, I believe that relatively correct purple clay materials will usually have a grainy feel,…...