Archive for the ‘chinese tea’ Category
The scoop on white tea
Without doubt, drinking delicate white tea is a hot trend but while it might be deemed “new tea” in westernized countries, it has actually been around since the beginning of the Tang Dynasty in China, 618 AD. From there, white tea continued to be a favorite choice into the Song Dynasty.
When looking for green tea and Chinese black tea, you would have no trouble locating quality but when it comes to shopping for Chinese white tea, things become challenging. In addition to being rare, loose white tea is also more expensive. The reason is that this type of tea is harvested just once a year and it requires special handling and processing.
Drinking White Tea the Right Way
Tea is the second most popular beverage in the world, following water. While many people love tea, a large number of people are still unaware of all the varieties and blends. The biggest challenge is choosing one that is loved most. Read the rest of this entry »
Prevent and Fight Disease with Oolong Tea
Unique Quality of Wu Long Tea
Again, the formal name of this variety is Wu Long Tea although you would likely find it sold as oolong. For this tea, the leaves are only oxidized partially, which is done by using controlled but varying levels of heat. Just as with loose green tea and loose black that offers a nice flavor and health benefits, oolong also has the same characteristics.
China remains the top producer of Wu Long Tea but with growing consumer demand, it is now grown in other regions of the world.
What’s the deal with expensive tea?
I am asked often why tea is so expensive and while I am not sure why, I find myself feeling frustrated. In truth, this presents an opportunity for me to get the truth out to consumers that not only is high quality tea affordable, but also delicious, not or cold. Misconceptions such as this are another reminder that the western world with all its advances is still behind in knowledge when it comes to tea.
White Persian Melon Tea contains powerful antioxidants
If you are just now discovering tea, you may not fully understand the many health benefits, or the way in which each type of tea is different. For instance, both white and black tea is delicious but they have different qualities. One particular type of white tea known as White Persian Melon Tea is the healthiest choice of all tea.













