White tea is one of the six major classifications of tea, named for its most notable feature: the prominent white hairs (or “silver tips”). The production method involves harvesting the leaves without undergoing panning (the process of pan-firing the leaves) or rolling. Instead, the leaves are left to wither for 48-72 hours and then directly […]
Buddha’s Hand Tea is a tea tree variety that originated in Yongchun County, Fujian Province, and is commonly used to produce oolong tea. It is cherished for its distinctive and pronounced fragrance. The Origin and Characteristics of Yongchun Buddha’s Hand Tea Buddha’s Hand Tea is said to have been developed by a monk who grafted
Tieguanyin Tea originates from Anxi County in Fujian Province and belongs to the oolong tea category. It is one of the most iconic oolong teas in China. Due to its exceptional quality, Tieguanyin tea quickly spread throughout China and even to Taiwan and Southeast Asia, where it began to be cultivated and produced. The History
Phoenix Dancong Tea, also known as Phoenix Tea, hails from Fenghuang Town in Chaozhou, Guangdong Province. As a representative Chinese oolong tea, along with Anxi Tieguanyin and Wuyi Rock Tea, Phoenix Dancong Tea is often referred to as the “perfume of tea.” It is celebrated for its wide array of fragrances and unique flavor profiles.
Wuyi Rock Tea is a renowned traditional Chinese tea classified as Oolong. It is famous for its distinctive “rock essence” (岩韻). Grown in Wuyi Mountain in northern Fujian Province, the tea trees thrive in the crevices of rocks, which gives the tea its unique rock-grown flavor. Notable tea varieties include Da Hong Pao, Tie Luo
Chinese Oolong tea is primarily produced in Fujian and Guangdong provinces. In Fujian, the most famous types are Anxi Tieguanyin and Wuyi Rock Tea, while in Guangdong, Phoenix Dancong is the most renowned. Types of Chinese Oolong Tea Wuyi Rock Tea Produced in Wuyi Mountain, located in northern Fujian Province. The unique characteristic of this
Taiwanese tea was introduced to Taiwan 200 years ago by immigrants from Fujian. Over the years, local farmers have developed a variety of popular teas based on Taiwan’s unique island environment, mountainous terrain, and subtropical climate. Here are the 9 most representative and famous Taiwan teas. The Most Famous Taiwanese Teas: 9 Well-Known Teas from
Liu An Gua Pian is a type of green tea from Liu An in Anhui Province, China, and is one of the top ten famous Chinese teas. Liu An has been known for producing high-quality tea for over 1,000 years, and about 300 years ago, it became a tribute tea (offered to the emperor). Liu
Taiping Houkui Tea, originating from the area around Taiping Lake in Huangshan City, Anhui Province, is one of China’s famous green teas and is renowned as the “Crown of Green Tea.” This tea is distinguished by its straight, large, long, flat, and uniform leaves. Origins and Characteristics of Taiping Houkui Tea The history of Taiping
Xinyang Maojian Tea, produced in Xinyang City, Henan Province, is a green tea and one of China’s top ten teas. Known for its tight, straight appearance and abundant white tips, it is named “Maojian” (meaning “hairy tip”) due to these features. The tea’s unique characteristics include fine, straight leaves, numerous white tips, and a pleasant,
Huangshan Maofeng Tea is a historic Chinese tea, classified as a green tea, and is produced in the Huangshan region of Anhui Province. The production method of this tea emerged 300 years ago, and it quickly became popular for its unique flavor and aroma. Huangshan Maofeng Tea has a slightly curled shape resembling a sparrow’s
Anji White Tea is a tea tree variety known for its tender white buds, which give the tea its name due to the prominent white tea fuzz on the leaves. Although it is called “white tea,” it is practically always processed as green tea. This tea is produced in Anji County, Zhejiang Province, and is
Pingshui Zhu Tea is produced in Zhejiang Province and belongs to the green tea category. Its most distinctive feature is its pearl-like shape, combined with its distribution hub in Pingshui, which gives it the name Pingshui Zhu Tea. Additionally, it is known for its vibrant green color, strong aroma, and mellow taste. Pingshui Zhu Tea
Biluochun Tea is produced in Jiangsu Province, China, and is one of China’s top ten famous teas, belonging to the green tea category. The name “Biluochun” refers to the tea leaves’ spiral shape, resembling a green conch, while “Chun” signifies that the tea is harvested in the spring. The best quality Biluochun comes from Dongting
Longjing Tea, also known as West Lake Longjing, is one of China’s top ten famous teas and belongs to the green tea category. It is celebrated for its unique fragrance, sweet and mellow taste, and bright tea liquor. Longjing Tea is not only a treasure of Chinese green tea but also a symbol of Chinese
