Tea, this ancient and magical beverage, carries thousands of years of history and culture, exuding a unique charm and occupying an important place in people's lives. Tea is undoubtedly one of the world's greatest beverages. Its prevalence and consumption far exceed those of other drinks, with billions of cups around the globe carrying its rich flavor each year. Compared to carbonated drinks, wine, and others, tea stands out due to the endless mysteries and unique values it holds. In fresh tea leaves, water and dry matter form the basic components. Through extensive research, over 700 chemical constituents have been identified in tea. The complex layers of taste we experience when sipping tea—such as bitterness, aftertaste, astringency, sweetness—and the diverse aromas, including floral, fruity, tender, and honey-like scents, are all due to the richness of these substances. Among the many components, three stand out as particularly crucial, indispensable treasures of tea. First is tea polyphenols, often referred to as preservatives for the human body. They are present in high concentrations in tea, ranging from 18% to 36%, making them a critical component. Numerous studies on the antioxidant functions of tea focus on tea polyphenols. Free radicals can attack human tissues and…

Basic Introduction to Yongding Multipurpose Tea The creation of "Yongding Multipurpose Tea" dates back over 200 years. It is formulated using more than 30 authentic Chinese medicinal herbs through traditional Chinese pharmaceutical techniques. Due to its excellent formula, proven efficacy, long history, and unique cultural background, it has been widely loved by the public and enjoys a high reputation both at home and abroad. The approval of geographical indication product protection for "Yongding Multipurpose Tea" holds significant importance in effectively regulating the product market, maintaining brand reputation, and promoting the healthy development of the characteristic industry. Nutritional Value Multipurpose Tea: It disperses wind and resolves exterior symptoms, strengthens the spleen and harmonizes the stomach, expels phlegm and removes dampness. It is used for external contraction of wind-cold, abdominal pain due to food accumulation, vomiting and diarrhea, chest fullness and abdominal distension. Product Characteristics Appearance: Light reddish-brown, small, flat, round blocks with complete rounded edges. Uniform in size, thickness, and color (diameter 21mm, thickness 10mm). Color: Brown granules or light reddish-brown flat round blocks, with uniform color. After steeping or boiling, the tea has a light reddish-brown color. Scent: Possesses a pure, clear sandalwood fragrance, without any moldy or other off…

The weather is getting colder; autumn is leaving and winter is about to arrive. Winter is dry and can easily cause heatiness. To avoid this, please drink more tea. The greatest function of tea is to reduce heatiness and detoxify the body. Tea is essentially a medicine, all herbal books record the properties, taste, and effects of tea. All these texts consider tea to be cold in nature and bitter in taste. According to Lu Yu's The Classic of Tea, "the use of tea has an extremely cold taste." In the Newly Revised Materia Medica - Section on Wood, it states, "Tea, bitter tea, is sweet and bitter in taste, slightly cold and non-toxic." Chen Cangqi's Supplement to the Materia Medica says, "Tea is bitter and cold, breaking hot qi." Li Shizhen's Compendium of Materia Medica: "Tea is bitter and cold, best able to reduce fire." The "extremely cold taste" in The Classic of Tea actually refers to its "extremely cold nature." Ranking of Teas for Reducing Heatiness 1. Unfermented Green Tea: Being the coldest in nature, when the body has excessive heat, based on the principle of generating and overcoming, green tea is best at reducing heat. Green tea…

Once the beginning of winter passes, cold winds howl and temperatures plummet. In addition to wearing long johns, eating hot pot, and warming your bed, drinking tea is also a great way to warm up. The cold weather in winter means a hot cup of tea can warm both your hands and heart, while the microelements and vitamins abundant in tea leaves can regulate physiological functions. Drinking the right tea can protect against the cold, keep you warm, and promote metabolism, as well as increase bone density. The benefits of drinking tea are countless. For winter, when temperatures are low, appetites increase, and physical activity tends to decrease, it’s easy to gain weight. However, drinking tea can stimulate gastric secretion, aid digestion, and boost metabolism. It’s not only a good weight loss method for women in winter but can also help you eliminate fatigue and stay energetic. Dark Tea In winter, it’s best to drink teas that have been roasted or are of a warm nature with less stimulation, such as dark tea, which has a gentle character. Winter is a season characterized by cold and the closure of yang energy, and ripe Pu'er can generate heat and warm the…

I. Introduction In the long history of tea culture, dark tea shines like a brilliant pearl, emitting its unique charm. As one of the six major types of tea, dark tea has earned the affection of many tea enthusiasts with its profound heritage, rich nutrition, and diverse benefits. Drinking dark tea regularly not only brings us enjoyment in taste but also potentially offers numerous health benefits, perhaps even saving a significant amount on medical expenses in the future! Let's embark on a journey into the world of dark tea to appreciate its unique style. II. History and Heritage of Dark Tea The history of dark tea can be traced back to ancient times, originating from southwestern China before gradually spreading across the country and the world. Throughout its long history, dark tea has witnessed countless changes and carried people's aspirations for a better life. The production techniques of dark tea have been passed down through generations of tea makers, evolving into the exquisite and unique craft we see today. From picking mature leaves to undergoing processes such as withering, rolling, pile-fermentation, and drying, each step embodies the wisdom and dedication of tea makers. This inheritance of traditional techniques is not…

Basic Introduction to Shuicheng Spring Tea"Shuicheng Spring" tea is rich in organic selenium and over a dozen trace elements essential to the human body. The tea boasts excellent quality, unique flavor, and a long-lasting aroma. Its liquor is bright yellow-green, its taste rich, mellow, fresh, and refreshing, with a tender, even green leaf base. Regular consumption of this tea can effectively prevent diseases such as heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes. It also slows down aging, enhances vision, eliminates radiation damage, and the toxicity of various heavy metal ions. This is a natural, pollution-free green food of superior quality. Nutritional ValueTea is nutritionally rich and contains nearly 400 different components. The main ones are caffeine, theobromine, theophylline, choline, xanthines, flavonoids and glycosides, tea tannins, catechins, terpenes, phenols, alcohols, aldehydes, acids, esters, aromatic oil compounds, carbohydrates, multiple vitamins, proteins, and amino acids. Tea also contains calcium, phosphorus, iron, fluorine, iodine, manganese, molybdenum, zinc, selenium, copper, germanium, magnesium, and other minerals. Most of these components are beneficial to the human body. The primary functions of tea include relieving diarrhea, promoting saliva production, invigorating the spirit, clearing the mind, aiding digestion, reducing greasiness, promoting bowel movements, diuresis, removing phlegm, relieving coughs, improving vision, cooling…

Basic Introduction to Shiji TeaThe Chuzhou Shiji Tea Plantation was founded in 1958. It is located in the town of Shiji, Nanqiao District, west of Chuzhou City, known as the "Famous Tea Town of Eastern Anhui." This plantation is one of the larger tea farms in Chuzhou City and produces well-known brands such as "Xijian Chunxue," "Hongfu Chuju," "Shiji Mao Feng," "Puxian Cloud Mist," and "Shiji Baked Green Tea." Nutritional ValueModern scientific separation and identification have found that tea contains over four hundred organic chemical components and more than forty inorganic mineral elements. Many of these organic chemical components and inorganic mineral elements are nutritious and have medicinal properties. The major organic chemical components include: tea polyphenols, plant alkaloids, proteins, amino acids, vitamins, pectin, organic acids, lipopolysaccharides, sugars, enzymes, pigments, etc. History and FolkloreIn Chuzhou, located in eastern Anhui, when it comes to tea, even children know about Shiji tea. Chuzhou tea belongs to the category of nationally renowned teas. Its predecessor was "Nanqiao Tribute Tea," a type of green tea. Originating from the Buddhist community, it took its name from the local area and became famous during the Song Dynasty. During the Song Dynasty, Master Wuzhen, the abbot of…

Basic Introduction to Han Mei Green Tea The "Han Mei" green tea from Ma'anshan grows in the Qingxi Town of Hanshan County, surrounded by mist and with streams flowing around the mountains. The vast, verdant thousand-mu organic tea plantation fills the air with a pleasant aroma. Nutritional Value Modern scientific research has confirmed that tea does indeed contain biochemical components closely related to human health. Apart from its effects of refreshing the mind, clearing heat and quenching thirst, aiding digestion, eliminating phlegm, reducing fat, relieving irritability, detoxifying and sobering up, relieving thirst, reducing fire and improving eyesight, stopping diarrhea and dispelling dampness, it also has certain pharmacological benefits for modern diseases such as radiation sickness, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. The main components responsible for the pharmacological effects of tea are tea polyphenols, caffeine, polysaccharides, and theanine. Product Characteristics The green tea has a uniform shape resembling eyebrows, a bright green and clear infusion, a high and lasting fragrance, and a sweet aftertaste. How to Distinguish Authentic from Fake Fresh vs. Old Green Tea Fresh green tea appears fresh and lustrous with a vibrant green color and emits a strong tea aroma. When brewed, the tea infusion is bright green with…

Basic Introduction to Rizhao Green TeaRizhao Green Tea is produced in Rizhao City, Shandong Province. Rizhao is recognized by world tea experts as one of the three major sea green tea cities (the other two being Boseong in South Korea and Shizuoka in Japan). In March 2006, the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection, and Quarantine approved geographical indication product protection for Rizhao Green Tea.Since the successful "South-to-North" tea transplant in 1966, Rizhao now has a tea garden area of 120,000 mu, producing 1,500 tons of tea annually, accounting for over 50% of Shandong Province's total production. It is the largest green tea production base in Shandong, with its output ranking first in the province for six consecutive years, earning it the title of "The Northern First Tea." Among them, 1,000 mu of organic tea in Jufeng Town, Lanshan District, has been certified by the European Union International Organic Food Development Center, obtaining a "passport" to the EU market. Nutritional ValueRizhao Green Tea has a unique aroma that effectively relieves fatigue of the central nervous system. Its saliva-inducing index is significantly higher than that of other beverages, providing excellent throat moisturizing effects; after drinking, you can read aloud or speak…

NANJING, May 23 ( tasteallchina ) -- A total of 66 teams and 1,418 participants are set to compete in an international dragon boat race that will kick off on June 10 in Suzhou, east China's Jiangsu Province, said a press conference held on Thursday. The 2024 Suzhou Jinji Lake International Dragon Boat Race will feature two groups - a competition group with 51 teams contending in four events, and an invitational group comprising six international teams and nine youth teams, the press conference said. This will be the first time for international teams to participate in the invitational race. The six international teams are from Singapore, Austria, Germany, Russia, and Switzerland. Dragon boat racing is a traditional activity during China's Dragon Boat Festival, which falls on June 10 this year, the Year of the Dragon. The race will incorporate dragon-themed elements into its clothing and medals, reflecting the auspicious creature's significance in Chinese culture. The organizing committee also announced a partnership with local energy department to make this year's competition the first dragon boat race in the city to achieve carbon neutrality.

Basic Introduction to Xishui Black Tea Xishui County, as a tourist and summer resort, is also an ideal kingdom for the growth of tea trees. Therefore, the natural resources of tea are abundant, with unique geographical advantages. Wild tea in the mountains is very common, and in many towns within the county, almost every village has its own ancient tea trees that grow naturally, which the villagers pick and process for their own consumption. Quality and Technical Requirements for Xishui Black Tea I. Variety Local group varieties suitable for processing into black tea. II. Site Conditions Elevation range of 900m to 1800m within the production area, soil types of yellow or yellow-brown soil, soil pH value of 4.5 to 6.5, organic matter content in the soil ≥1.0%, and soil layer thickness ≥50cm. III. Cultivation Management 1. Nursery: Short shoot cutting propagation technology is used. 2. Planting: Density ≤50,000 plants per hectare. 3. Fertilization: ≥22,500kg of matured farmyard manure applied per hectare annually. 4. Environmental and Safety Requirements: The use of pesticides, fertilizers, etc., must comply with national regulations and must not pollute the environment. IV. Harvesting Harvest single buds to one bud with two initial leaves from early February to…

Basic Introduction to Junan Green Tea Junan Green Tea is a specialty product of Junan County, Shandong Province, and is a Chinese geographical indication agricultural product. The county is renowned as the "Green Tea Hometown." The products are divided into seven major series: "Great Silver Sword, Great White Spring Snail, Emerald Bud, Green Sword, Fur Peak, Pine Needle, Snow Lotus." Junan Green Tea has been recognized by the China National Tea Research Institute for its unique high-quality characteristics: "thick leaves, good for multiple infusions, strong aroma, rich flavor." In national, provincial, and municipal tea competitions, it has won 116 awards above the municipal level, including 20 at the national level and 50 at the provincial level. It has received accolades such as "China's Famous Product" and "The Most Trusted Shandong Product by Consumers," and the county has been named "China's Tea Hometown." Product Features The majority of tea plantations in Junan County are located in hilly areas in the east and south, with towns such as Zhoubian, Zhuanggang, Tuanlin, and Zhulu serving as primary bases for producing high-quality Shandong green tea and ecological garden zones. The tea produced here comes in various forms, such as bud-shaped, needle-shaped, flat-shaped, and bundled…

Basic Introduction to Anji White TeaAnji County is located in the northern part of Zhejiang Province, where the mountains are beautiful and the waters flow green. It is a famous bamboo land in China. Anji White Tea is a rising star among the famous teas of Zhejiang. Although white tea is one of the six major types of tea, Anji White Tea is processed using green tea production techniques, thus belonging to the green tea category. Its whiteness comes from the young leaves of a specific type of tea tree that are entirely white. Nutritional Value1. Protects nerve cells and may help with brain injuries and dementia: Anji White Tea contains a complex of various amino acids and dibenamine in its tea lipids, which can protect the liver and stomach, promote the synthesis of coagulation factors in the liver, and have anti-aging effects.2. Regulates the concentration of neurotransmitters in the brain, helping to lower blood pressure in hypertensive patients: Anji White Tea is rich in gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), which can lower blood pressure, blood lipids, and blood sugar.3. Relieves nervous tension and has a calming effect;4. Enhances learning ability and memory: Anji White Tea contains trace elements such as manganese,…

Basic Introduction to Asbestos Eagle TeaEagle tea is a woody plant of the Lauraceae family, belonging to evergreen trees, with leaves arranged alternately, thick in texture, and dark green in color. It is widespread in mountainous areas of Sichuan. Its young branches and leaves can be dried and steeped like tea, locally known as eagle tea or old tea. The leaves of eagle tea are oval-shaped, green on the front and white on the back, hence it's also called white tea. Eagle tea contains a lot of aromatic oils and polyphenolic compounds. When steeped, it has a fragrant aroma and robust flavor, initially astringent then sweet, with a strong and lasting taste. Drinking it in summer is particularly refreshing and invigorating. In folk tradition, it is believed to have the effects of relieving heat and aiding digestion. The "Compendium of Materia Medica" records its uses for "stopping coughs, expelling phlegm, alleviating asthma, and quenching thirst." Nutritional ValueEagle tea contains various components such as amino acids, mineral elements, vitamin C, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, flavonoids, polyphenols, and more. Due to its high content of iron, selenium, zinc, and chromium, it is beneficial for improving the functions of the hematopoietic system and…

If you are an avid tea drinker, there is a possibility that you are also an avid tea buyer. You may have an extensive collection of different types of teas, which may or may not be in a proper container. But what exactly is the proper way to store loose leaf tea? Are some containers better than others? First, you should know the things to consider when storing loose leaf tea. Things to Consider When Storing Loose Leaf Tea There are five things you should consider when storing your favorite loose leaf tea if you want to keep your tea fresh. Moisture The words “tea” and “moisture” cannot be good friends because tea’s flavor becomes weaker when exposed to moisture. Or worse, your tea can get moldy! As a rule of thumb, you would only want moisture to meet your tea when you are brewing it before drinking (a.k.a. when tea meets water). Other than that, you have to store your loose leaf tea away from moisture! But it is not as simple as keeping it away from water or dampness. Because tea is hygroscopic, which means that it absorbs moisture from the air, you should also block the moisture…

Basic Introduction to Zoucheng Green TeaZoucheng Green Tea has a planting history of over 800 years and is known as the "Northernmost Tea of China." It is a specialty product of Zoucheng City, Shandong Province, and is protected under China's Geographical Indication. The protected geographical indication area covers the current administrative regions of Taolin Township, Huanghua Town, and Linjiazhen Town in Zoucheng City, Shandong Province.Zoucheng Green Tea is renowned for its "fresh green infusion, fresh and mellow taste, rich chestnut aroma that is refreshing, and thick leaves that are durable for multiple infusions." During the cultivation of Zoucheng Green Tea, strict control is maintained over pesticide residues and heavy metals like lead and cadmium, which have very low or even negligible leaching rates into the tea infusion, making the tea dregs edible. Fresh leaves of Zoucheng Green Tea can be used to stir-fry eggs, fry shrimp, make tea dumplings, and other culinary uses.In 2010, Zoucheng City established demonstration gardens covering over 1,730 hectares for organic, green, and pollution-free green tea production, with an annual output of over 1,400 tons. There were 136 tea research and standardized production enterprises. By 2017, the tea plantation area in Zoucheng City had reached 1,733…

Perch is a freshwater fish that is rich in nutrients, particularly high in DHA, which is excellent for brain development, making it a rare brain-nourishing ingredient. The best way to cook perch while preserving its nutritional value is by steaming it. Whether you're looking to boost your brain power or simply enjoy a healthy meal, here's how to prepare home-style steamed perch.Home-Style Steamed Perch Recipe #1Ingredients:500 grams of perch, an appropriate amount of red and yellow peppers, salt to taste, monosodium glutamate to taste, 10 grams of scallion, 10 grams of ginger, 2 tablespoons of cooking wine, 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce, white pepper to taste, 50 milliliters of water, 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 2 teaspoons of fish sauce for steaming.Steps:1. Clean the prepared perch thoroughly. Make a shallow cut along the spine to prevent the skin from breaking during steaming.2. Rub 2 tablespoons of cooking wine, a small amount of salt, and white pepper evenly over the fish and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.3. Finely slice the scallion and ginger, and cut the red and yellow peppers into strips.4. After marinating, stuff half of the scallion and ginger slices into the…

Basic Introduction to Guzhang Black Tea Black tea originated in China, and the earliest type of black tea was called Zhengshan Xiaozhong, which was created by the Jiang ancestors from Tongmu Village, Xingcun Town, Wuyishan City, during the mid-Ming Dynasty (around 1568). The Jiang family of Tongmu Village, Wuyishan City, is a tea-making dynasty that has been producing Zhengshan Xiaozhong black tea for over 400 years. Black tea belongs to the fully fermented tea category and is made from the buds and leaves of tea plants through withering, rolling (or cutting), fermentation, and drying. It is named after the red color of its dried leaves and brewed tea. There are many types of black tea produced in various regions, with Keemun black tea being world-renowned. Congou black tea and Lapsang Souchong are fragrant everywhere, and the high-end Jin Junmei black tea marks a new stage in the development of black tea. Additionally, black teas from India and Sri Lanka, which were developed from Chinese cultivars, are also well-known. The Guzhang black tea, processed from the unique ecological tea leaves of the Guzhang area, stands out in the tea market with its distinctive production techniques, shape, color, lasting fragrance, and golden…

A couple of days ago, Little Miao brought back a pack of scallops. After playing around with different preparations, there were still some left, which were being kept alive in water. Just as we were wondering how to eat the remaining scallops, Ah Hua came back and said he could make steamed scallop with vermicelli. After enjoying this dish, it's only right to share the method with everyone.Method One for Steamed Scallop with VermicelliIngredients PreparationScallops, vermicelli, garlic, pepper, salt, yellow wine, scallion, oil.Steps1. Remove the scallop meat from the shell, clean it and remove any grit. Also, wash the shells thoroughly.2. Soak the vermicelli in warm water until soft, then cut into sections. Chop the garlic and scallions and set aside.3. Marinate the scallop meat with pepper, yellow wine, and salt for about 20 minutes.4. Take a bowl and place the scallop meat back inside the shell. Add the chopped scallion and garlic, lay the vermicelli on top, and drizzle with a little oil.5. Bring water to a boil in a pot. Once boiling, steam the scallops over high heat for about 5 minutes.Method Two for Steamed Scallop with VermicelliIngredients PreparationScallops, vermicelli, oil, salt, garlic, scallion, cooking wine, fish sauce…

A couple of days ago, I bought a chicken with the intention of making a Mushroom and Chicken Soup with tea tree mushrooms. However, I had used up the remaining tea tree mushrooms in my last dish of stir-fried meat with tea tree mushrooms and green peppers. So, I made another trip to the supermarket to buy a pack of dried tea tree mushrooms. Thinking about the delicious soup I would make with them, the extra trip was worth it.Method One for Mushroom and Chicken Soup with Tea Tree MushroomsIngredients PreparationOne free-range chicken, a handful of tea tree mushrooms, an appropriate amount of ginger and scallions, salt, and cooking wine as needed.Steps1. Soak the tea tree mushrooms, clean them, and cut off the ends. Set aside a small amount of water they were soaked in for later use. 2. Tie the scallions into a knot and slice the ginger. Set aside. 3. Clean and prepare the chicken, then add it to a pot along with the scallions, ginger, and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and skim off any foam that rises to the surface. 4. Add a little cooking wine and the tea tree mushrooms, along with…