Discover the Rich World of Chinese Tea
From the fresh notes of Green Tea to the deep complexity of Puerh, Category of Tea is your ultimate guide to the fascinating origins, categories, and culture behind every leaf.
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The Six Pillars of Chinese Tea
Chinese tea is traditionally classified into six main categories based on its processing method. Each category offers a unique spectrum of flavors, aromas, and stories.
- Green Tea (绿茶): Unoxidized and fresh, capturing the essence of spring.
- White Tea (白茶): Lightly processed, known for its delicate and sweet notes.
- Oolong Tea (乌龙茶): Partially oxidized, offering a wide range of complex flavors.
- Black Tea (红茶): Fully oxidized, resulting in robust, malty, and sweet profiles.
- Dark Tea (黑茶): Post-fermented, famous for its earthy, smooth, and aged character.
- Yellow Tea (黄茶): A rare category with a gentle and mellow taste.
Journey Through Iconic Teas
Within each category lie legendary teas, each with its own unique history, terroir, and flavor profile. Let’s delve into some of the most celebrated examples.
- Longjing (Dragon Well): The king of Green Teas, famous for its nutty aroma and smooth, mellow taste.
- Tie Guan Yin (Iron Goddess): A legendary Oolong with a captivating floral fragrance and creamy texture.
- Jin Jun Mei (Golden Eyebrows): A premium Black Tea known for its sweet, honey-like flavor and beautiful golden tips.
- Shou Puerh: An aged Dark Tea from Yunnan, prized for its deep, earthy character and digestive benefits.
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Voices of Tea: Wisdom in Every Cup
Tea is more than a beverage; it’s a culture, a philosophy, and a source of inspiration. Here are some timeless words about the art of tea from writers, thinkers, and masters.
The first cup moistens my lips and throat. The second shatters my loneliness.
Lu Yu (陆羽)
The Sage of Tea, Tang Dynasty
There is something in the nature of tea that leads us into a world of quiet contemplation of life.
Bernard-Paul Heroux
Author of ‘The Conquest of Gaul’
Better to be deprived of food for three days, than tea for one.
Chinese Proverb
Ancient Saying