Dark Tea (Heicha): Everything You Need to Know Dark tea, also known as Heicha(黑茶), is one of the six major categories of Chinese tea. Unlike green or black tea, it undergoes a unique post-fermentation process, which gives it a rich, earthy flavor and makes it smooth and gentle on the stomach. It is prized for […]
Understanding Shou Puerh Tea: Process, Taste, and Brewing Basics What is Shou Puerh Tea? Let’s start by divulging the meaning behind the Chinese pinyin (phonetic spelling) of shou puerh tea. “Shou” (熟) literally means “ripe” or “cooked,” indicating it is fully fermented compared to raw (Sheng) Puerh. Puerh (普洱, pǔ’ěr) tea is a type of
Everything You Need to Know about Sheng Puerh Tea I. Introduction: Understanding Sheng Puerh Tea Sheng puerh tea, also known as raw puerh, is a lightly fermented green tea from Yunnan Province in China. It is made from the leaves of Camellia sinensis, often from assamica trees that can range from 80 to over 1,000
How to Brew Pu erh Tea Easily 1-Minute Guide If you’re a tea lover, you’ve likely experienced the joy of a perfect cup of pu erh tea. Whether you’re new to the world of tea or a seasoned enthusiast, how to brew Pu erh tea is always a big question. Brewing gongfu or pu erh
Tea & Tunes: Top 10 Tea Party Music The right tea party music can create a relaxing and zen-like atmosphere while drinking tea, transporting you to another world where taste and sound harmonize beautifully. Here, I’d like to recommend some classic Chinese musical instruments and music. If you’re unsure what to listen to during your
1-Minute Guide: How to Break up Pu erh Tea Cake Like a Pro Pu erh tea cakes can be stored long-term under the right conditions, becoming more fragrant and flavorful with time. To ensure optimal tea aging and convenient brewing, it’s best to pry off small portions of the tea cake as needed. But how to
5 Eco-Friendly Methods for Tea Storage Proper tea storage is essential for preserving its quality and ensuring it remains flavorful over time. Unlike other teas, Chinese Puerh tea can be stored for decades and even improves with age, developing richer, more complex flavors—known as “the older, the better.” You can think of Puerh to be
