White Tea

Why has Fuding white tea become so popular in recent years? Some say that the ultimate appeal of white tea is its "vitality"; it awakens your entire being when you drink it. It doesn't just pass through your mouth but permeates your whole body, awakening your soul. So, when drinking white tea, it's not just about tasting its flavor but also savoring its aroma. And how do you properly appreciate the aroma of white tea? The correct method is crucial! I. Understanding the Aroma In general, white tea has a rich and fragrant aroma. However, if processed properly or stored well, it can also exhibit a pure and intense scent. High-grade white teas like Silver Needle and premium White Peony have a characteristic downy aroma, which is a critical factor in aroma evaluation, and should be prominent. Due to their early picking and tenderness, they also have a noticeable fresh fragrance. 1. The "Aroma" of Silver Needle A well-aged, cleanly stored, and high-quality Silver Needle has a refined style with a lingering aftertaste. Its aroma is delicate yet varied and enduring, with a clean and sweet taste that lingers in the mouth, creating a lasting salivation effect with a pleasant…...

When cooking beef, in addition to adding various seasonings, you can also add a bag of tea. This will not only help the beef cook faster but also give it a fragrant aroma. After eating extremely spicy peppers, if the spiciness in your mouth is unbearable, rinse your mouth with water first, then chew on some tea leaves to eliminate the spiciness. If you place meat in a 5% tea solution for a short while before refrigerating it, it will be better preserved and less likely to spoil. To remove fishy odors from utensils, boil them with used tea leaves for a few minutes. Place a small amount of tea in a thermos, fill it with boiling water, and secure the lid. After 20 minutes, the water can be drunk. The scale inside the thermos will gradually come off due to the action of the tea alkali. Repeat this process several times to completely remove the scale. Place 50 grams of scented tea in a cheesecloth and put it in the refrigerator to eliminate unpleasant odors. To clean greasy cookware, rub it with fresh wet tea dregs a few times to remove the grease. If painted doors, windows, or furniture…...

Basic Introduction to Lushan He HongchaHe Hongcha is a traditional Chinese famous tea, created by Chinese tea farmers during the Ming Dynasty. As a black tea produced in He town, Lushan County, Jiangxi Province, it has been favored by people around the world since its inception. Merchants from all over China came to place orders, and merchants from Russia, Britain, India, and other countries also traveled long distances to He town for trade. He Hongcha became the most famous black tea in China and the "first Chinese tea to be exported," revered as the "Queen of Teas" by Westerners.He Hongcha was the first Chinese tea to be exported to the West. The high-quality He Hongcha 'Zhengshan Xiaozhong' is a traditional drink of the British royal family. The origin of 'Zhengshan Xiaozhong' is in Lushan. During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, masters of He Hongcha production from Lushan were spread throughout the country's black tea production areas. It is imperative to collect and organize this knowledge promptly so that the techniques of making He Hongcha can be passed down, and its charm can last!He Hongcha was once a calling card for China on the world stage. However, in the past four…...

Ban Gong Ancient Tree Tea originates from the ancient tea garden in Dingjiazhai (Yao ethnic group) of Manla Village, Yiwu Town, Mengla County, Yunnan Province. It is located within the core area of the Yiwu tea mountain and includes micro-regions such as Ban Gong River and White Tea Garden, currently managed by the residents of Dingjiazhai (a Yao village). The Ban Gong tea carries a unique primitive forest aroma. With its immense tree age, it exhibits unparalleled smoothness and an incredibly refreshing taste, making it the pinnacle of Yiwu teas. Historically, Ban Gong Da Zhai was home to over 400 households and was the largest village in the Mansa region. There were both Han and Hui villages here, with a mosque in the Hui village and a Guandi Temple in the Han village. The Guandi Temple of Ban Gong was once the most exquisite building in the six major tea mountains, but now only ruins remain. The once prosperous Ban Gong Da Zhai gradually declined and is now uninhabited. The ancient tea gardens have suffered significant damage, with only a few ancient tea trees surviving in the primary forest at an altitude of 1,300 to 1,600 meters. Here, the average…...

White tea, a unique and precious type of tea, is beloved for its delicate taste and rich nutritional value. Originating from China, it carries a long history and cultural heritage. Let's embark on a journey to appreciate white tea and savor its charm and flavors. The history of white tea can be traced back hundreds of years, with a long-standing tradition in regions such as Fujian and Yunnan in China. Initially, white tea was presented as a tribute to royalty due to its rarity and unique quality. Over time, it gradually became part of everyday life, becoming a popular beverage. The production process of white tea is relatively simple yet requires meticulous skill and patience. After picking, the leaves are sun-dried and withered, preserving the natural aroma and nutritional components of the tea. Compared to other teas, the processing of white tea is more natural, without undergoing the steps of fixation or rolling, which allows it to retain higher levels of polyphenols and amino acids. When tasting white tea, one can experience its distinctive flavor and aroma. The infusion has a light yellow color, clear and bright, giving a refreshing feeling. In terms of taste, white tea is characterized by…...

The Start of Winter signifies the beginning of a period where all things enter a state of rest and storage. Plants wither, insects hibernate, and the activities of all things tend towards cessation. Before the courtyard, winter snow inspires poetry; around the hearth, so do wine and tea. Though the weather is cold, we are fortunate to have warm tea to nourish our bodies and provide solace. Living between heaven and earth, humans must strive for balance between yin and yang. An excess of yang brings heat, and one's diet should then include more yin-natured foods to balance the internal yin and yang. An excess of yin brings coldness, requiring the intake of yang-natured foods for the same purpose of achieving balance. This is also the rationale behind "eating warming tonics in autumn and winter." The demand for tea or the regulatory effect of tea on the body is, in essence, a manifestation of human respect for and adherence to nature. Therefore, it is crucial that we follow natural laws, adjust our habits according to seasonal changes, and drink tea scientifically in different seasons. Tea Should Be Warm-Natured in Autumn and Winter Due to global warming, the distinct characteristics of…...

Black tea is a common type of tea in daily life, being a fully fermented tea. It has a dark brown and lustrous appearance with a rich, sweet fragrance, hence the name black tea. We recommend brewing black tea using a white porcelain gaiwan with water at 90 degrees Celsius, suitable for most types of black tea. Below, ChaYou Network introduces the brewing method. Steps for Brewing Black Tea 01 - Choice of Teaware White porcelain gaiwans can brew out the fresh and elegant flavor of black tea without overpowering its aroma. The white porcelain beautifully complements the red hue of the tea, making it easy to observe the color of the tea. It's simply beautiful. 02 - Tea-to-Water Ratio When brewing tea, it's important to get the right ratio of tea to water. Many tea enthusiasts rely on experience. Using too much tea is the main reason for overly bitter or astringent tea. When using a gaiwan to brew black tea, the amount of tea should be around 4 grams. If too little tea is used, even with less water, it will not fully bring out the fragrant and mellow flavor of the black tea. If you prefer a…...

Hello fellow teapot enthusiasts, have you ever come across this practice where some people, especially when nourishing their teapots at night, like to leave tea leaves and concentrated infusion inside, thinking that this will speed up the patina formation process, making teapot nourishment more efficient and convenient, while also being effective. Is this approach really correct? Can tea leaves and tea water be left in a purple clay teapot overnight? The answer is no. Leaving tea leaves and tea infusion in the pot overnight, once cooled, has no effect. Leaving tea leaves and tea infusion in the pot overnight for extended periods, particularly during hot summer days, can easily lead to the growth of harmful substances within the teapot. Purple clay teapots are prone to accumulating dark tea stains over time, which become very difficult to clean and may look rather unpleasant, diminishing one’s desire to drink tea. When nourishing a teapot, the hot tea infusion penetrates the pores as steam evaporates, bringing out tea oils onto the surface of the pot. Repeated wiping with a tea cloth forms a patina. Leaving tea leaves and tea infusion in the pot overnight, once cooled, has no effect. Leaving tea leaves and…...

Pu'er tea is a precious type of tea because it has significant effects, including lipid-lowering and weight loss, beautification, anti-aging properties. The brewing method for Pu'er tea is also simple, and given today's living standards, this tea that offers numerous health benefits is highly popular! Pu'er tea helps with weight loss, lowering lipids, preventing arteriosclerosis, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. It also has anti-aging, anti-cancer, blood sugar-lowering, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory effects. Additionally, it can help reduce the toxicity of smoking and heavy metals, protect against radiation, stimulate the central nervous system, promote diuresis, prevent tooth decay, improve vision, aid digestion, detoxify, kill bacteria, prevent constipation, alleviate hangovers, and more. Some of these effects are related to traditional Chinese medicine, such as stimulating the central nervous system leading to less sleep and promoting diuresis aiding in detoxification. It can also help digest food and effectively stimulate metabolism, breaking down excess fat in the abdomen. What are the specific benefits of drinking Pu'er tea? 1. Antioxidant and Anti-Aging Effects Modern medical research indicates that the most important cause of aging is lipid peroxidation and excessive production of free radicals. However, tea has a strong antioxidant effect and can clear free radicals, thereby…...

Drinking tea does not cause obesity, but it is important to avoid adding too much sugar when drinking tea, as this can still lead to weight gain. Tea has a slightly bitter and astringent taste and is cool in nature, making it a good choice for health preservation. Whether drinking tea leads to weight gain depends on the type of tea and physical activity levels. Does Drinking Tea Make You Gain Weight? 1. Situations where you won't gain weight If you drink green tea, white tea, or other teas that contain little or no sugar, occasional consumption can help refresh your mind and promote metabolism, generally not causing weight gain. However, it is not recommended to drink excessive amounts of tea to avoid insomnia and vivid dreams. 2. Situations where you may gain weight If you drink fruit tea, which contains a high amount of sugar, prolonged and excessive consumption without regular exercise can lead to fat accumulation and weight gain. Body weight gain may also be related to consuming too many high-sugar and high-fat foods. It is advised to reduce intake of foods with high sugar content. In daily life, maintain a healthy eating habit and eat small meals…...

When it comes to tea, one often thinks of the complex flavors brought about by various manufacturing processes: green tea requires fixation, black tea needs fermentation, and Pu'er tea must undergo maturation before it can be consumed... But there is a type of tea that closely captures the natural taste of the leaves themselves: white tea. White tea is one of the six major types of tea and is renowned for its fresh, unroasted, and unrubbed character. If we liken tea production to cooking, some green teas would be stir-fried, black teas would be braised, while white tea would be blanched, preserving the most basic and original flavor of the tea. It's like human relationships – they don't need to be dramatic, just consistently warm and sincere. Some people say that white tea should not be brewed in a purple clay pot. They believe that white tea is delicate and easily spoiled by the heat retention of a purple clay pot; its fragrant aroma can also be partially absorbed by the dual-pore structure of the pot, affecting the overall flavor. Is this really the case? Can white tea be brewed using a purple clay pot? Absolutely. The distinctive feature of…...

For those just starting to learn about Pu'er tea, you may not know where to start, as many concepts, common knowledge, and terms related to Pu'er tea are unfamiliar. This is an article designed to help beginners quickly understand Pu'er tea. ◎What is Pu'er tea? Pu'er tea originates from the Lancang River basin in southern and western Yunnan. It is made from the fresh leaves of large-leaf tea trees in Yunnan, processed into various compressed teas through steaming and compression, and then aged over a certain period of time. Alternatively, it can be made by post-fermenting sun-dried green tea from large-leaf tea trees in Yunnan, resulting in compressed or loose Pu'er tea. ◎What is raw (sheng) tea? The large-leaf tea grown in Yunnan is processed through sun-withering and directly compressed into cakes, tuos, or bricks, which are referred to as raw cakes, raw tuos, and raw bricks. Uncompressed tea is called maocha (rough tea). ◎What is ripe (shou) tea? The large-leaf tea grown in Yunnan undergoes sun-withering followed by pile fermentation and is then compressed into cakes, tuos, or bricks, known as ripe cakes, ripe tuos, and ripe bricks. ◎How do you distinguish between raw and ripe Pu'er tea? There…...