China is known for its rich collection of specialty teas, but few could match the rich and sharp, yet somewhat floral and smokey aroma of Keemun tea, a flavor profile at times compared to that of cacao. Keemun has also not only enjoyed widespread fame in homeland China, but as a mainstay base blend for
Raised in Africa as a kid of missionaries Paul Davis really embraced the African mentality of living. “In Africa, there was always time to talk, listen, reflect, and enjoy those around you. With Mosi, it’s my desire for each cup of our tea to be a small reminder to slow
According to Chen Xueying from China, owner of Wuyi-rock tea, business in 2021 wasn’t really affected by Covid, but this year is very hard. “Due to inflation and the epidemic, everyone is very worried about the future, so everyone is trying to control consumption as much as possible. I think
Throughout human history gold has stood both directly and symbolically for opulence and luxury; people wear and covet gold jewelry or use golden ornaments as an indication of status and wealth. Within the world of tea then, it is no surprise then that of the most expensive and rare teas
Competition, games of skill, luck, or both, has captivated us human beings since the beginning of time. So naturally, we find a way to make a game out of almost anything, and tea is no exception. This article will delve into the practice of Tōcha, a Japanese form of friendly
Despite being one of the poorer countries in Africa, the Southeastern country of Malawi has been a dominant force in African tea production for more than a century. Malawi sits only behind Kenya and Uganda as the third most tea-producing nation in Africa, and a substantial number of Malawians are
Shou Mei is a sweet and bold white tea hailing from Fuding county, situated in the Fujian province of China. Compared to most other white teas Shou Mei has a stronger and more robust character, but due to its somewhat withered appearance and the abundance in which it is produced
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