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The Five Wonders of Sheng Pu’er Tea
Sheng (raw) Pu'er tea is made by naturally aging freshly picked tea leaves, a product of sun-dried tea that has not undergone the process of wet-piling fermentation. It is characterized by its bitterness that turns into a sweet aftertaste and its astringency that lingers, creating an endless charm. While much discussion often surrounds the benefits of ripe Pu'er tea, let's take a closer look at the wonders of raw Pu'er: 1. The Anti-Aging Secret of Beauties Sheng Pu'er tea shares many similarities with green tea, notably its antioxidant properties. In the minds of most people, antioxidants are synonymous with anti-aging. But what causes aging in the first place? It's all down to free radicals. The oxygen we inhale combines with fats and sugars in our bodies to produce energy, which fuels our daily activities. However, during this process, a small portion of oxygen transforms into free radicals, also known as oxidants. Remember from junior high chemistry that these can cause metals to rust? Imagine these free radicals running rampant through your body over time, causing it to "rust." Sheng Pu'er tea acts like a law enforcer, using its effective chemical components and various vitamins to neutralize these pesky free radicals.… -
It’s the Right Time to Pick Tea! In Zijin, Spring is Hidden in the Fragrance of Tea
In April, after months of dormancy, tea trees sprout new buds and the air fills with the scent of fine tea. Amidst the 80,000-mu tea plantation base, tea farmers carry baskets on their backs, moving through the rows to pick the tenderest leaves. Here, you can also encounter Hakka folks singing mountain songs across hills, and enjoy the most delightful moments as they take breaks from their work to brew tea amidst the rising smoke. Zijin County is located in the east-central part of Guangdong Province. It is renowned for its tea production, with a history of nearly 700 years. It is recognized as one of China’s top 100 tea-producing counties and a charming tea town. As of 2023, the tea planting area in Zijin County has reached 80,000 mu, and it is expected that by 2025, the total tea planting area will reach 100,000 mu, with a total output of 5,000 tons. After the spring rains, mist shrouds the high mountains, and dewdrops glisten on the tea leaves. Climbing up into the hills, standing halfway up, the spring breeze blows against your face. Hakka women picking tea hum folk songs while gathering the first gifts of the mountains for… -
At the Dali tea garden, “closest to the sky,” enjoy tea in a variety of ways.
Lion and Elephant guarding the town, Tai Chi locking the water. On the other side of Mount Cang and Erhai Lake, lies Yunlong County of Dali Prefecture, known as the "World Ancient Bridge Art Museum." Screenshot from the documentary "Eating in Yunnan" II. The Bi River, winding through Yunlong County, draws an incredible "Tai Chi Diagram" on the earth. The Lancang River converges with the Bi River here, and a bridge from the wartime period, Gongguo Bridge, which could not be destroyed, silently watches over the unbreakable Burma Road. Screenshot from the documentary "Eating in Yunnan" II. Climbing up East Mountain from Gongguo Bridge, thousands of acres of continuous tea forest stretch and undulate, reaching up into the clouds. Welcome to the "closest to the sky" tea garden—Dajilu Tree. Screenshot from the documentary "Eating in Yunnan" II. As dawn breaks, one person and one basket in the Dajilu Tree tea garden, the tea factory master has come to pick tea again. He moves with composure, his fingers skillfully plucking and lifting the fresh leaves. Screenshot from the documentary "Eating in Yunnan" II. Soon, the master returns laden with his harvest. Surprisingly, the basket full of fresh tender tea leaves is… -
Exploring the Xishan Bailu Tea Processing Technique: Hands Never Leave the Tea in a 300-Degree Iron Wok
[Narration] Located to the west of Nanchang City, Jiangxi Province, Mount Meiling is also known as "Xishan." The area boasts fresh air, rolling hills, clear water, and a beautiful ecological environment. Its unique soil and climate have nurtured the Xishan Bailu tea, which was once a tribute tea and enjoyed nationwide fame over a thousand years ago. Recently, Hu Weihua, the fourth-generation inheritor of the Nanchang municipal intangible cultural heritage "Xishan Bailu" tea processing technique, introduced and demonstrated the process of stir-frying this tea to reporters.Screenshot from China News Video Stepping into Hu Weihua's intangible cultural heritage workshop, the fragrant aroma of tea wafts from the cast-iron woks used for stir-frying. By applying different techniques in the woks, the shape of the tea leaves continuously changes. Hu Weihua told reporters that the process of stir-frying green tea involves picking, withering, rolling, and drying, but they make adjustments based on local conditions, taking into account the characteristics of the tea produced there and traditional craft requirements. [Synchronous Interview] Fourth-generation inheritor of the Xishan Bailu tea processing technique, Hu Weihua We emphasize high-temperature fixation, quickly reaching temperatures above 300 degrees Celsius to fix the tea in a short time, locking in its… -
TOP 7 Health Benefits of Drinking Tea
Tea is a favorite drink for folks everywhere, no matter their age or where they come from. It's not just tasty and soothing but also really good for you. With lots of antioxidants and helpful stuff in it, tea can do great things like help keep your heart healthy, manage your weight, make you feel mentally better, and even improve how your stomach works. In this blog post, we're going to dive into these four major perks of drinking tea, including iced tea, and see how it helps us live healthier lives. Our store offers a wide range of high-quality teas that can improve your body health to the next level, welcome to browse and shop! CONTENT OUTLINE The Antioxidant Power of Tea Heart Health Benefits of Drinking Tea Tea's Role in Weight Management Mental Wellness and Relaxation Improving Digestive Health with Tea Immune System Support Through Tea Tea and Skin Health Conclusion FAQs The Antioxidant Power of Tea Tea, especially green tea, is packed with antioxidants that come from the Camellia sinensis plant. These substances are great at fighting off damage in our bodies caused by harmful molecules called free radicals. Among these antioxidants, one standout is epigallocatechin gallate… -
Ultimate Guides for Teapots
For those who love tea, teapots are a must-have. They make brewing your favorite type of tea, whether it's loose leaf or in bags, super easy. With a teapot, you can get all the taste and smell from your tea just right. There are lots of different shapes and styles of teapots out there. Each one has something special about it that makes making tea even better. The way a teapot is made - like its body shape or what kind of tea it's best for - really matters when you're looking to brew the perfect cup. With a teapot on hand, you can make more than just one cup at a time which is great for sharing with others. Brewing together brings people closer and adds to the fun of drinking tea as well as allowing loose leaf teas enough room to spread out fully enhances their flavor. Teapots often have strainers or infusers built into them too; this means no mess when using loose leaves because they keep everything tidy inside while pouring your drink ensuring nothing but smooth sipping. As we move forward, we'll look into how designs have changed over time including why certain shapes mean…