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Refrigerating Tea Leaves, But Not All Types Are Suitable
Tea lovers often keep a large amount of tea at home. Many people store their tea in the refrigerator, and some even purchase a small fridge specifically for this purpose. However, this is a misconception – whether or not to place tea in the refrigerator should be considered on a case-by-case basis. 1. Teas Suitable for Refrigeration Green tea, lightly fragrant Oolong tea, and dehumidified tea. Among the six major types of tea, green tea is the most prone to spoilage and requires extra attention during storage. You can place the tea in a sealed tea canister, then put it inside a sealed bag before refrigerating it. Lightly fragrant Tieguanyin and dehumidified Oolong, which have gained popularity, can also be stored in the refrigerator. Green tea, lightly fragrant Oolong tea, and dehumidified tea are suitable for refrigeration. 2. Teas Unsuitable for Refrigeration Dark tea, aged Tieguanyin, Pu'er tea, and white tea are not suitable for refrigeration due to their need for post-production transformation, especially Pu'er tea, where aging significantly affects its drinking value. Storing these teas in the refrigerator can lead to moisture issues. Additionally, in the low-temperature environment of the fridge, the activity of biological enzymes within the tea… -
Hengxian Jasmine Tea
Basic Introduction to Hengxian Jasmine TeaHengxian County produces over 70% of China's jasmine flowers and more than 50% of the world's total production, making it the largest jasmine flower base, tea processing base, and wholesale trading center in the country. Hengxian jasmine flowers are renowned worldwide, and the jasmine tea combines the flavor of tea leaves with the fragrance of fresh flowers, offering a delightful experience akin to savoring a work of art. Nutritional Value1. Calming and UpliftingThe volatile oils in jasmine flowers have the effect of relieving pain, lifting the mood, and dispersing stagnation, alleviating symptoms such as chest and abdominal distension and pain, as well as diarrhea. It is an excellent food therapy for pain relief.2. Antibacterial and Anti-inflammatoryJasmine flowers can inhibit various bacteria, both internally and externally, and can be used to treat eye inflammation, sores, and skin ulcers.3. EnergizingJasmine tea can help uplift the spirit, calm the mind, and relieve depression. Product Features(1) Large Buds: The weight of one hundred flower buds is about 23 grams in spring, 30 to 35 grams during the hot summer months, and about 26 grams in autumn.(2) Intense Fragrance: The depth of its aroma is high. History and FolkloreHengxian County… -
The New Tea Beverage Industry Accelerates Its Transformation Towards Healthier Options
With the beginning of the Liqiu solar term, the hashtag “The First Cup of Milk Tea in Autumn” trended on Weibo, sparking a wave of new tea beverage consumption. This year, many new tea beverage brands have added health labels to their ordering pages. As competition in the new tea beverage industry intensifies, embracing health has become a new direction for industry development. In recent years, the number of new tea beverage enterprises in our country has steadily increased, and the overall market scale has expanded. The homogenization of competition in the new tea beverage sector has become increasingly fierce. According to the 2023 New Tea Beverage Industry Research Report, jointly released by the China Chain Store Association’s New Tea Beverage Committee and Meituan’s New Food Service Research Institute, the national new tea beverage market size is expected to reach 149.8 billion yuan in 2023, and it will further expand to 201.5 billion yuan by 2025. However, while some new tea beverage brands are rapidly expanding, they have also exposed certain issues, such as solely pursuing business performance at the expense of consumer rights protection. The China Consumer Association’s report on the top consumer rights protection concerns in the first…- 2
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Interpretation of “Looking South of the River” (Part Three): Does the West Lake Longjing Tea Garden Need Human Management?
Let's start with a chart of the Longjing family relationships. The head of the family is Hang Jiahe, who has a daughter named Hang Pan with his former wife Fang Xiling. In the previous article, we mentioned the love at first sight between Hang Pan and Nationalist pilot Cao Jiayuan. Hang Pan is in charge of overseeing hundreds of acres of tea garden, including the famous Lion Peak Hu Gong Temple area. By "overseeing," it mainly means managing the garden rather than preventing others from stealing tea leaves. During the month or so when Longjing tea is picked and processed, there are many people bustling about on the mountain, making it difficult to steal tea. If it's not the picking and processing season, stealing tea would be pointless because the resulting tea would taste terrible and couldn't even be sold as vegetables. Hang Pan's oversight is essentially garden management. The People's Liberation Army took over ten days to capture Hangzhou, officially announcing its liberation on May 3, 1949. The first third of "Looking South of the River" describes the winter and spring before the liberation of Hangzhou. In her diary, Hang Pan wrote: "The fighting has started again, and everywhere… -
China’s Tea on the Tip of the Tongue: National Intangible Cultural Heritage, Scented Tea Production Skills, Zhang Yiyuan Jasmine Tea Production Skills
Scented tea originated in the Song Dynasty, began to be produced in the Ming Dynasty and was perfected in the Qing Dynasty. In the late Qing Dynasty, Zhang Changyi established Zhang Yiyuan Tea Shop, which has been passed down through generations, specializing in the production and sale of jasmine tea. During the Republican era, Zhang Yiyuan jasmine tea became well-known throughout Beijing. Regulars at bathhouses and theaters almost always requested Zhang Yiyuan tea by name, and Peking Opera masters such as Qiu Shengrong, Ma Lianliang, Tan Fuying, and others were all regular customers of Zhang Yiyuan. Zhang Yiyuan jasmine tea is made using spring tea from Fujian oolong green tea as the base tea, which is scented multiple times with jasmine flowers. Zhang Yiyuan Teahouse bustling with customers Production Techniques 1. Raw Material Inspection (Tea Base and Flowers Inspection): Strictly inspect the tea base, and select jasmine flowers that are full-bodied, evenly sized, and have a lustrous white color. 2. Tea Base Processing: Process different grades of tea into piles for refined production, requiring the tea base moisture content to reach 8%, with an appearance that is clean, uniform, and free of foreign objects. 3. Flower Processing: The jasmine flowers…- 2
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The Aroma of Tea Tells the Story of Life
In summer, sunlight like golden silk drapes over the earth, and all things bask in this intense sunlight, as if telling the story of life.In this season full of vitality, a cup of clear tea seems to open another door to life, leading us into a tranquil and beautiful world. The emerald green tea leaves flutter up and down in the cup, as if a group of little fairies dancing. The aroma of the tea lingers at the tip of the nose, refreshing the mind and soothing the soul, as if all fatigue is dispelled by this fragrant freshness. Sitting on the balcony at home, holding a cup of tea, enjoying the rare peaceful moments. The elegant tea aroma intertwines with the summer sunshine, as if wrapping you in a cool cloak. You close your eyes, feeling the tea aroma dance on your tongue, like a summer breeze brushing against your cheeks, bringing a hint of coolness. At this moment, you seem cut off from the world, all worries dissipating like smoke. Or perhaps you meet up with a few good friends on a park bench, sipping tea while chatting about life. The black tea in your hand emits a… -
Floral and Reprocessed Teas: A Journey Through Flavors and Crafting Techniques
Tea, a treasure of Chinese culture, has captivated countless people with its unique charm since ancient times. Among them, floral teas and reprocessed teas stand out for their distinctive flavors and production processes, becoming shining gems in tea culture. Today, let's embark on a journey into the world of floral and reprocessed teas to experience their allure and essence.Floral tea is a specialty beverage made by blending tea leaves with aromatic flowers. Among various floral teas, jasmine tea is particularly beloved for its fresh and elegant fragrance. The production process of jasmine tea is meticulous and labor-intensive, with each step embodying the wisdom and dedication of skilled artisans. Firstly, high-quality green tea is selected as the base and undergoes precise processing to retain its original freshness and flavor. Fresh jasmine flowers are then picked and layered with the tea leaves, allowing the tea to absorb the aroma of the jasmine fully. This scenting process requires multiple repetitions, with strict control over time and temperature to ensure perfect fusion between the tea and the flower’s fragrance. Finally, after careful scenting and roasting, jasmine tea is born. The flavor of jasmine tea is unique, combining the freshness of green tea with the… -
What Tea Should You Drink in Autumn for Optimal Health?
After the onset of autumn, the body's physiological activities change in accordance with the natural environment. Particular attention should be paid to regulating clothing, diet, living conditions, and physical activity. Clothing refers to the principle of “spring covering and autumn cooling.” Although it gets cooler in autumn, do not rush to add more clothes; allow your body to adapt within reasonable limits. Living conditions should include a reasonable sleep schedule. During the autumn, when the air is clear and dry, it is advisable to go to bed early and rise early. It is not recommended to stay indoors all day or sleep with your head covered at night. Windows should be kept open to ensure good indoor ventilation. Physical activity means that autumn is the golden season for strengthening your body through exercise. This helps improve joint and blood circulation flexibility and enhances the body’s resistance to disease. Additionally, cold resistance training can help the body adapt to changing weather conditions. A healthy lifestyle includes one tea, two fruits, three porridges, four soups, five vegetables, six meats, seven grains, and eight medicinal foods. Let's follow this order, starting with the first chapter on drinking tea in autumn. Traditional Chinese medicine…- 1
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Hubei Tea: Baokang Songzhen (Pine Needle)
Origin Baokang Songzhen is a type of linear green tea, produced in the Baonan Dianya Town and the Babei Huangbao area in Baokang County, Xiangyang. Historical Background There are records dating back to the Tang Dynasty, and it had gained a reputation during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. In the Tang Dynasty, Peiji's "Tea Narration" listed ten tribute teas, with Baokang being one of them. The "Xiangyang Local Customs Record" by Fan Zhiming of the Northern Song Dynasty states: "In the mountains of Baokang, tea used to be produced, known as Baokang Pine Needle tea, which was highly valued by the people of Tang. It has been mentioned in literature. Nowadays, people do not plant it much. There are only about a thousand plants in Dianya and Xiema, and the soil there is quite similar to that of this garden. The tea produced here amounts to no more than one or two dozen liang per year, and the locals call it Winter Jasmine tea, which is extremely sweet and fragrant, incomparable to grassy teas from other places. The characteristics of the tea gardens are also similar, but the locals do not cultivate it much." In the Ming Dynasty,… -
Jianwei Jasmine Tea
Basic Introduction to Jianwei Jasmine TeaJianwei Jasmine Tea is a traditional and renowned tea created by Han Chinese tea farmers. It belongs to the jasmine tea produced in Jianwei County, Leshan City, Sichuan Province, China. The product is made from high-quality tea leaves grown in ecological and pollution-free tea gardens, combining the characteristics of green tea with the rich fragrance of jasmine flowers, making it well-loved by consumers. Both the jasmine flowers and the jasmine tea produced in Jianwei have been certified as pollution-free products by the Chinese Ministry of Agriculture. The standardization work for jasmine agriculture has been listed as a “National Demonstration Base” in China. Nutritional ValueJasmine possesses excellent health and beauty benefits. Drinking jasmine tea can dispel coldness and relieve depression, making it an ideal choice for spring consumption. Tea contains a large amount of compounds beneficial to human health, such as catechins, vitamin C, vitamin A, caffeine, flavonols, and tea polyphenols. Similarly, jasmine tea contains a substantial amount of aromatic oils, including geraniol, methyl anthranilate, benzyl acetate, and more than 20 other compounds. Product CharacteristicsJasmine, scientifically named Jasminum sambac (L.) Ait, is an erect or climbing shrub with young branches covered in sparse soft hairs. The…
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