The Story Of Pu’erh Tea: The Tea That Ripens With Age

Pu-erh tea is a microbial fermented tea, hailing from the high mountains of the Yunnan Province, China. It is usually made from the leaves of ancient tea trees and sold in the form of cakes and other compressed shapes. However, what truly sets Pu’erh tea apart is that through its specific fermentation and aging process the tea continues to

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The story of Dan Cong (Phoenix Mountain Oolong)

Dan Cong is a complex and high quality type of Chinese oolong tea that is particularly notable for its ability to mimic flowery and fruity fragrances and flavors, making it one of the most diverse teas of anywhere in the world. Some of the most notable variations are honey-orchid, Almond,

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How is the herbal tea trend doing?

Daniela from the tea blog Tea Cachai is studying to become a herbalist. She sees a new trend since COVID. “I’ve seen many people turn to tea and particularly herbal tea, as a new habit. Tea has always been related to a cozy feeling, and is considered a comfort and calming

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Tea Superstitions: Telling your fortune with tea

We human beings are a highly superstitious bunch. All throughout our time on this planet we have been captivated by the irrational and supernatural, from fortune telling, to lucky amulets, to spirits, to provide us with even the slightest glimpse of what the future might hold for us. Unsurprisingly then,

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The Story of the Iron Goddess of Mercy

Tieguanyin, or Iron Goddess of Mercy, is one of the most prestigious and renowned varieties of Chinese Oolong tea with a fabled history. Originating in the Anxi region of the Fujian province of China in the 19th century, the tea boasts a variety of complex flavor profiles depending on its

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