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In the movie "Pegasus 2," Yin Zheng, portraying Sun Yutang, brews tea for Factory Manager Jia Bing. The comical way Sun Yutang carefully adds "Gao Sui" has become a memorable scene in "Pegasus 2," provoking laughter from the audience. Everyone watching the film can see the awkwardness of Zhang Chi, played by Shen Teng, and Sun Yutang, played by Yin Zheng, as they try to maintain a dignified appearance. Similarly, everyone can tell that "Gao Sui" is not considered high-end. However, just as Zhang Chi and Yutang are not without talent, "Gao Sui" is certainly not a low-quality tea. "Gao Sui" is a term unfamiliar to many, and it is indeed rarely seen today. Even Beijing's Qinglin Chun and Wu Yutai no longer sell it; only the century-old Zhang Yiyuan offers it for sale for a few days each October. It's not uncommon for old Beijingers to queue up in the early morning hours to buy "Gao Sui." What is the charm of "Gao Sui"? Why is it so beloved? 01 "Gao Sui" Has a Wide Popularity Base Northerners love scented teas, one of which is "Gao Sui." Its name includes the character "Sui" (shard), indicating its affordability. "Gao Sui"…

Accompanied by the morning mist, Wang Wanguo and his fellow villagers weed and pick tea in the tea garden, with the verdant and towering Wuzhishan not far away, its main peak appearing and disappearing in the clouds and fog. The ecologically friendly organic tea garden in Wuzhishan's Shuiman Township. Photo by Niu Liangyu, People's Daily Online High mountains and cloud-covered mist produce fine tea. The Wuzhishan large-leaf tea hidden in Hainan's tropical rainforest has long been a local calling card and a vivid testament to Wuzhishan's practice of "industrialization of ecology" and "ecologization of industry." Focusing on ecology to grow good tea, how is the quality of this "ecological tea" from Wuzhishan? Recently, reporters went "into the mountains" to investigate. Core Competitiveness Lies in Ecology Following the winding mountain road, the reporters arrived at the Wu Zhai Organic Ecological Tea Garden in Wuzhishan's Shuiman Township. What caught the eye were tea plants, ground cover film on the soil, and insect traps between the tea plants. Tea farmers picking tea in an organic tea garden in Wuzhishan. Photo by Niu Liangyu, People's Daily Online "We are going 'organic.'" Wang Wanguo is a resident of Fanghao Village, Shuiman Township, Wuzhishan City, Hainan…

Wan Gong was a famous village along the ancient Tea Horse Road and one of the two most illustrious villages in Yi Wu tea mountain during its heyday. During the reign of Emperor Qianlong, Yi Wu tea mountain and Man Sa tea mountain, both under the governance of Yi Wu’s local ruler, entered their most prosperous periods. At that time, Wan Gong was at the heart of the ancient six major tea mountains and also the site of imperial tribute tea gardens. Since the Qing Dynasty’s Xianfeng period, Wan Gong has been known as Thousand Family Village, with over 400 households and a large population, making it the most prosperous village in Yi Wu tea mountain. Later, due to the prevalence of malaria and other reasons, Wan Gong village gradually declined and faded from the sight of tea enthusiasts. The ancient tea gardens of Wan Gong have been severely damaged; there are no longer contiguous groves of ancient trees but rather scattered tea trees within the virgin forest. Wan Gong holds a significant place among the ancient tree teas of Yi Wu, being an area where ancient tea trees are well-preserved. These ancient tea trees grow at altitudes above 1,800…

Shiting Green Tea is produced in the town of Fengzhou, Nanshi City, Fujian Province, at Lotus Peak on Jiuri Mountain. The tea at Lotus Peak is not only a beverage but also a scenic feature. On the rocks of Lotus Peak are inscribed the words “Lotus Tea (i.e., tea) bosom,” which means: standing on Lotus Peak and looking down, one sees an expanse of green tea fields. The inscription of “Lotus Tea Bosom” dates to Taiyuan Bingzi (376 AD). This is the earliest known record of tea in Fujian Province, predating Lu Yu's Tcha: A Treatise on Tea by more than 300 years. This suggests that tea production at Lotus Peak dates back to the Jin Dynasty, attesting to the long history of Shiting Green Tea. From the Jin Dynasty through the Sui and Tang Dynasties, the development of Lotus Peak tea was rapid. In a poem by the Tang Dynasty poet Han Wu, he writes: "Seeking the old man among the cliffs for immortality herbs, the local custom is to gather tea songs," indicating that tea picking was already a common practice. By the Northern Song Dynasty, the development of Lotus tea reached unprecedented heights, with scholars visiting the…

When I shout with all my might, It echoes throughout the mountains, And it is you who awakens, In the world of grasses and trees. —From "Grasses and Trees Amongst Us" As spring deepens, tea regions are bustling with activity. The release of "Grasses and Trees Amongst Us" during the tea season seems to have received mixed reviews. However, for tea enthusiasts, there are many commendable aspects. This film, set against the backdrop of Hangzhou's Longjing tea landscape, is filled with tea elements in its plot and details. Tea lovers would have noticed this. Moreover, the names of characters, scenes, and the storyline are all poetic. Behind the poetic tea ambiance lies a harsh and cruel social reality—the terrifying pyramid scheme scams and countless family tragedies! Every Tea Element is an "Inside Joke" It cannot be denied that director Gu Xiaogang understands tea, or at least has done his homework thoroughly. Each tea element in the film is an "inside joke." 01 Grasses and Trees Amongst Us: The character for "tea" split apart means "person among grasses and trees" The title "Grasses and Trees Amongst Us" itself refers to tea. "Tea is a fine tree from the south." "The character…

The Qing Dynasty saw the emergence of black tea, oolong tea, white tea, dark tea, and yellow tea in addition to green tea, forming the six major categories of tea. Regardless of the type of tea, the brewing method from the Ming Dynasty of directly infusing tea leaves was still used. Under these circumstances, the types and forms of tea wares in the Qing Dynasty did not significantly deviate from the standards set during the Ming Dynasty. During the Qing Dynasty, teacups and teapots were typically made of clay or porcelain, with the Kangxi and Qianlong periods being particularly prosperous times for their production, especially those known as “Jingdezhen porcelain and Yixing clay.” Premium porcelain tea wares of the Qing Dynasty were mostly produced in Jingdezhen, Jiangxi, while production in Dehua, Fujian; Liling, Hunan; Tangshan, Hebei; Zibo, Shandong; and Yaozhou, Shaanxi also thrived but did not match Jingdezhen in terms of quality and quantity. During this period, in addition to continuing the production of blue-and-white porcelain and polychrome porcelain tea wares, new types such as pink-ground enamel and cloisonné enamel tea wares were created. Yixing purple clay tea wares of the Qing Dynasty developed further while preserving traditional techniques. During…

To further standardize the market and promote a green, eco-friendly transformation of the tea industry, enhancing tea quality and fostering high-quality development in the sector, on July 9, 2024, the kick-off meeting and first working seminar for the national standard "Technical Specifications for the Construction and Management of Eco-Friendly Tea Gardens," led by our university, was held at the Wuyi Mountain Rock Tea Science Village (referred to as the village) in Wuyi Star Tea Co., Ltd. (referred to as Wuyi Star). Attendees included Professor Sun Weijiang, the chief expert of the village from the College of Horticulture at Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University (FAFU); Associate Professors Xue Zhihui and Chen Zhidan, experts resident at the village from Anxi Tea College (Digital Economy College) at FAFU; Wang Tao, the director of the village; Deputy Directors Chen Qinglan and Zhuo Kaibin; representatives from Wuyi Star; as well as leaders and experts from the Chinese National Cooperative General Federation's Hangzhou Tea Research Institute, South China Agricultural University, Fujian Provincial Plant Cultivation Technology Extension Station, Nanping City Agricultural and Rural Bureau, Fujian Province's Wanshi Liuxiang Agricultural Development Co., Ltd., Ze Wu (Wuyi Mountain) Eco-Tea Co., Ltd., and Fujian Province's Danpao Tea Co., Ltd. Image…

Liubao tea, Anhua dark tea, raw Pu'er tea, ripe Pu'er tea, and Fuding white tea can be stored for a long time. These teas are post-fermented or aged over time. They contain abundant pectin, sugars, amino acids, etc., and require time for enzymatic reactions. As they age, their aroma becomes richer, making them suitable for long-term storage. Which Teas Are Suitable for Long-Term Storage? 1. White Tea White tea is often referred to as "a one-year tea, three-year medicine, seven-year treasure." Storing white tea helps transform its fresh, sweet flavor, increasing its sweetness and developing aromas like jujube and medicinal herbs, with a clear, sweet taste. White tea aged for more than three years has a gentler nature, making it very suitable for people with weaker spleen and stomachs to drink. 2. Pu'er Tea Both raw and ripe Pu'er tea can be stored for a long time, but raw tea has greater storage value. Stored in different environments, Pu'er tea undergoes changes in different directions, which is extremely intriguing. The longer the storage time, the richer the layers of taste and the stronger the flavor. 3. Dark Tea Storing dark tea benefits the further transformation by beneficial bacteria, making the…

Manxiu Village is one of the "Seven Villages and Eight Hamlets" in Yi Wu. It is located just 3 kilometers away from Yi Wu Town and is a village with a high concentration of ancient tea trees. Manxiu, Luoshuidong, and Mahēi are situated along the ancient route used for transporting tea from Yi Wu to Pu'er. These areas are significant for growing, producing, and processing tea in Yi Wu. When Yi Wu Town was thriving, Manxiu Village also became home to a famous tea brand, Tai Lai Xiang. This was established by Huang Weizhong, a native of Yi Wu. The Huang family frequently traveled between Southeast Asia and Hong Kong, collecting tea from the Six Great Tea Mountains while simultaneously shipping Pu'er tea to various destinations. The tea-making process in Manxiu Village still adheres to traditional methods. The tea here has dark and glossy strands, a golden infusion color, no bitterness, only slight astringency, a high fragrance, a rapid and lasting aftertaste, continuous salivation, and embodies the aromatic characteristics typical of Yi Wu teas.

Baihua Tan, affiliated with the high-quality tea production area Tongqing River in Pu'er tea, has become an emerging micro-production zone due to its highly distinctive taste experience. It is a delight for tea enthusiasts and a valuable treasure. Speaking of their current status and position, they stand out among the rapidly rising micro-production zones in Yiwu in recent years. They are truly favored by tea enthusiasts, like a cherished possession in one hand and a precious gem in the other. As for the taste characteristics, they are distinct and hard to rank. Similarly rooted in the fairy-like secret realm of Yiwu, they are naturally nourished by high mountain mists, have little human intervention, and the tea trees are not dwarfed, thus naturally possessing a wild beauty and the essence of the mountains and forests. Tongqing River, which could be considered as coming from the same lineage, each has its unique mountain and forest essence. Those who have tasted both teas will easily find that even with the same "mountain and forest essence," what we taste and feel can be very different. The tea from Baihua Tan has a mountain and forest essence more akin to floral fragrance and wilderness charm,…

Menghai County, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture The unique natural resources Endow the ethnic groups living here from generation to generation with generous gifts. People here Are born on the tea mountains and grow up in the aroma of tea. The tea fragrance is lingering, as are their hearts. Recently, Menghai County has entered the spring tea picking season. In the tea gardens, lush and verdant; In the courtyards, bustling with activity. After picking the tea leaves, they proceed to make tea, And this process of making tea Is repeated hundreds of times each tea season by the tea farmers. Being with tea Is not only their profession, But also their way of life. In their leisure time, They steep a pot of tea, savoring a wisp of its clear fragrance, Whether strong or light, it's comfortable and romantic. According to information, Menghai County has a tea plantation area of 905,900 mu, An area of 56,200 mu for ancient tea trees, And 385,000 mu certified organic. Southern lands have fine trees, and Menghai produces good tea. Wandering through these tea forests and organic tea gardens, The stories of prioritizing ecology and green development Seem never-ending. Planning: Cao Lu, Bao Tao, Mu…

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…

Due to being part of the same Eastern cultural sphere, Japanese tea wares emphasize connotations just like those in China. This piece shares content from Chapter Five of “Tea Pleasures in Variegated Colours: The Spread of Chinese Tea and Foreign Tea Affairs,” written by Yu Yue and published by Guangming Daily Press in August 1999. Since the 13th century, the custom of drinking tea has been widespread in Japan. After Kato Saemon studied porcelain making in our country and returned home, he began to pay attention to the porcelain industry. Kato, also known as Tojirō, settled in Seto, where generations of potters have maintained the traditional production of Seto ware. In 1510, Goro-taifu came to Jingdezhen, China, to study porcelain manufacturing and returned to Japan in 1515. He brought back the techniques and materials needed for producing blue-and-white porcelain from Jingdezhen, setting up a kiln in Arita, known for its clay, marking the beginning of porcelain production in Japan. While in China, he went by the pseudonym Wu Yangrui, and the porcelain he made was also called Xiangrui. These products were limited to using Chinese techniques and materials without significant innovation but later became rare and expensive porcelain. By the…

In the river section from Li Bu town in Cangwu County, Guangxi to Fengkai town in Guangdong Province, the tea-laden boats switch to larger sailing vessels. The Tanka people, operating as families or clans, join in with great enthusiasm, leaving indelible marks in the annals of the ancient tea boat route. The blazing sun of mid-June is intense, even as evening approaches, the temperature remains quite high. In a small store next to the cultural playground in Shadi Village, Li Bu Town, Cangwu County, four elderly villagers - Mai Ruiqing, Nie Fuwen, Mai Weixiong, and Mai Xiuxing sit together. These elders are now in their late seventies and eighties; they spent years navigating the waterway between Liubao Town in Cangwu, Guangxi and Jiangkou Town in Fengkai County, Guangdong. They know every detail of this waterway and can even point out where the Jilong Wharf once stood on the riverbank next to the cultural playground before 1950. Nowadays, these elderly men often gather under the eaves of the small store, reminiscing over a pot of cool tea. Unknowingly, they open up memories that have been long forgotten... Unloading at Li Bu and Switching to Larger Boats Li Bu Town is located…