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Kaihua Longding Tea is produced in Baisan, Qixi Township, Kaihua County, Zhejiang Province. It is a newly created tea brand that started in 1959. Kaihua County is located at the junction of Zhejiang, Anhui, and Jiangxi provinces in western Zhejiang, at the source of the Qiantang River. The mountains in the county run from northwest to southeast, and it has a warm and humid subtropical monsoon climate with distinct seasons, abundant rainfall, frequent cloud cover, and less sunlight. On average, there are 83 foggy days per year, with some areas having over 120 foggy days annually. The area is perpetually shrouded in clouds and mist, making it one of the cloudiest mountainous regions in Zhejiang province. As the saying goes, "High mountains and cloudy mists produce fine tea," and indeed, Kaihua County is an excellent place for growing green tea. The main types of soil in tea gardens within Kaihua County are red soil and yellow soil. Red soils are mostly found below 650 meters altitude in low hills, with a soil layer thickness of 30 cm to 60 cm, organic matter content of 1.44% to 4.05%, and pH ranging from 4.5 to 5.5. Yellow soils are mainly distributed in…

Tea is born in the embrace of nature, gathered from the essence of heaven and earth, absorbing the vitality of the sun and moon. From green leaves to the final transformation into the "green" fragrance on one's palate, tea and its green origins are inseparable. To thoroughly explore the essence of Pu'er tea production processes such as killing the green and sun-drying, the transformation from fresh leaves to finished product is far more meticulous and sophisticated than one might imagine. Today, let's delve into the production process of Pu'er tea. Wilted Fresh Leaves In the morning mist of tea regions, just as the fog begins to dissipate, tea farmers are already busy in the fields. Red sunlight filters through the misty clouds, draping everything in a golden veil. The dewdrops on the green tea leaves wet the gloves of the pickers. The freshly picked leaves are bright green and very tender. They need to be set aside to air dry patiently. As time passes, the water content within the leaves is gradually evaporated by the scorching sun, and the once taut tea stems become limp and lie on the ground. This process is known as airing, the first step of…

Fengqing Yunnan black tea is a type of traditional Chinese black tea produced in Fengqing County, Lincang City, Yunnan Province. This region is located in the southern part of the Yunnan plateau, with a mild climate, abundant rainfall, and fertile soil, which are ideal for tea cultivation. Due to its unique growing environment and processing methods, Fengqing Yunnan black tea offers several benefits and effects: The Benefits and Effects of Fengqing Yunnan Black Tea 1. Stimulates Mental Alertness: Fengqing Yunnan black tea contains caffeine, which can stimulate the central nervous system, increasing alertness and focus, and enhancing cognitive reaction speed. 2. Aids Digestion: This tea contains various tannins that have astringent properties, which can alleviate discomfort in the gastrointestinal tract, promote the secretion of digestive juices, increase appetite, and assist in the digestion and absorption of food. 3. Reduces Fat and Aids Weight Loss: The polyphenols in Fengqing Yunnan black tea help inhibit fat synthesis and absorption, promote fat breakdown and burning, and have some effect in reducing body fat and aiding weight loss. 4. Antioxidant and Anti-Aging: This tea is rich in antioxidants that can eliminate free radicals, delay cellular aging, improve skin elasticity and luster, and reduce the…

Pu'er tea is a general term for Yunnan large-leaf sun-dried green teas. The quality of Pu'er raw tea refers to the color, aroma, taste, and shape exhibited after fresh tea leaves are processed into finished tea, also known as sensory quality. When buying Pu'er tea, everyone encounters a problem: it's difficult to judge whether a Pu'er tea is good or bad from its appearance. Even after examining the appearance, the purchased Pu'er tea may not necessarily be of high quality. How to Distinguish the Quality of Pu'er Tea by Appearance? The integrity and cleanliness of the tea leaves should be observed. Pu'er tea comes in various forms (cake tea/tuo tea/briquette tea/scattered tea). The shape and surface of the tea should be regular and upright; the strips should be thick and stout with an appropriate proportion of tender buds. There should be no impurities in the tea, and the shape should be complete and uniform, whole rather than broken, which are characteristics of high-quality tea. The luster of the tea product's color should be noted. High-quality Pu'er tea usually presents a bright and glossy appearance, rather than a dull and lifeless one. The leaf base of good Pu'er tea should have…

"White Peony tea," a precious variety, is produced in Zhenghe, known as the "Hometown of Chinese White Tea." White Peony tea is picked at the stage of one bud and two leaves, requiring that the buds and leaves are covered with white down, referred to as "three whites." The shape of the tea is two leaves embracing a bud, with a natural leaf posture and white down covering the back of the leaves. After brewing, the liquor turns apricot yellow or orange-yellow, clear and bright, with a fresh and lasting downy fragrance. The veins are slightly red, scattered among the green leaves, earning it the praise of "red dress on a white body." The preparation method for drinking White Peony tea is similar to that of green tea but, due to the lack of kneading, the tea juice does not easily seep out, so the brewing time is slightly longer than for green tea. "White like clouds, green like dreams, clean like snow, fragrant like orchids," this tea, which is cold and cool in nature, has the effects of heat-clearing and summer-heat dispelling, making it an excellent drink for refreshing the heart and purifying the spirit in summer. It is…

Compared to the traditional and standardized British ceramic tea sets, Chinese tea sets are more diverse in style and have a longer history. Today, let me introduce you to Chinese tea sets. Gaiwan In simple terms, a gaiwan is a teapot without a spout. It is said that the gaiwan originated in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The gaiwan consists of three parts: a saucer, a bowl, and a lid. The lid represents heaven, the saucer represents earth, and the bowl represents man, symbolizing harmony between heaven, earth, and man. Gaiwans are typically made of porcelain because it can absorb heat and make them easy to handle. Gaiwans are usually small, with capacities ranging from 100-180ml. The advantage of a gaiwan is that even without a spout, the lid can be used to hold back the tea leaves. After brewing, the lid is slightly opened, allowing the tea liquor to be poured out while the leaves remain in the bowl. Typically, after brewing in a gaiwan, the tea is transferred to another pot to balance the concentration of the liquor. Purple Clay Teapot A Yixing purple clay teapot is made from the special purple clay found in Yixing, Jiangsu Province. Its…

The Aroma Achieved Through Baking The tea processing of Xinyang Maojian not only preserves the tenderness of the buds but also enhances their aroma to a certain extent, creating a fresh, smooth, and mellow taste for Maojian tea. The production process of Xinyang Maojian is very meticulous. Before stir-frying, the fresh leaves are sorted according to variety, weather at the time of picking (rainy or sunny), time of day (morning or afternoon), and freshness. They are then graded using bamboo sieves and kept separately. The sorted tea leaves are spread out on a tray; those picked on rainy days should be spread thinly, while those picked on sunny days can be spread more thickly. Once the leaves become soft and have lost some moisture, they are ready for stir-frying. The stir-frying directly determines the quality of Xinyang Maojian, as it is the process that enhances its aroma and also makes the tea suitable for long-term storage. Its technique is also unique, consisting of three steps: raw pan, mature pan, and baking. Although this sounds simple, the actual process is particularly complex. Furthermore, the stir-frying and baking techniques of Xinyang Maojian combine elements from the production methods of Lu'an Guapian and…