Different black teas have different production processes, but overall, black tea making involves plucking, withering, rolling, oxidation, and drying. The biggest difference between black tea, green tea, and oolong tea is that kill-green (fixation) is not performed. The key to black tea lies in mastering the degree of oxidation, which is very different from unoxidized
Gongfu black tea is a general term for black teas produced across various regions in China. Notable varieties include Dianhong, Qimen black tea, Ninghong, Yihong, Chuanhong, Huhong, Minhong, Yuehong, Jiangsu black tea, and Yuehong. They are categorized based on tea plant cultivars into large-leaf Gongfu and small-leaf Gongfu. Gongfu black tea is characterized by tightly
Lapsang Souchong black tea, also known as Bohea tea, originates from the Tongmuguan area of Wuyishan City in Fujian Province. It belongs to the black tea category and is hailed as the ancestor of all black teas. Emerging in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, legend has it that local tea farmers used pine
Dianhong (Yunnan black tea) is a gongfu black tea produced in the Lancang River region of Yunnan, commonly known as Dianhong, and is also referred to as Dianhong black tea, Yunnan black tea, or Dianhong gongfu tea, belonging to the black tea category. The most distinctive feature of Dianhong is its prominent downy hairs and
Xiushui Ning Black Tea is a congou black tea produced in the Xiushui region, also known as Ninghong Congou, Ninghong Tea, or simply Ning Black Tea. It is a fully fermented black tea. Originating in the Song Dynasty and later flourishing, Ning Black Tea is now renowned not only in Chinese-speaking regions but also beloved
Netizen Xiao He asks: Last week, I bought hand-picked ShanLinXi tea online for NT$500 per 600g, but it leaves a strange taste on my tongue. A friend told me that ShanLinXi tea usually costs over NT$1,000, and anything below that might be imported foreign tea. Is this true? Reasonable Price for ShanLinXi Tea Liao Chang
Netizen’s Question: In mid-April this year, I bought 600 g of Dayuling tea at a tea shop for NT$4,000. After bringing it home, I found online listings selling it for NT$850 per 600 g, and a shopping channel offering 1.8 kg for NT$2,600. Did I pay too much for Dayuling tea at NT$4,000? Dayuling Tea
Chuan Hong Congou, simply known as Chuan Hong or Sichuan black tea, is a fully fermented black tea. Primarily produced in regions such as Yibin in Sichuan Province, it is characterized by tightly rolled, plump, and robust strips with a dark, lustrous color. When brewed, it offers a mellow flavor with a distinct dried-sugar undertone,
Tanyang Gongfu Black Tea, also known as Tanyang Gongfu or Tanyang Black Tea, is produced in Fu’an City, Fujian Province, and belongs to the black tea category. As a Fujian-style black tea, Tanyang Gongfu is characterized by tightly knotted, slender, and straight leaves with a dark color and golden tips. With its aromatic fragrance and
Bailin Gongfu Black Tea, often referred to as Bailin Gongfu, originates from Bailin in Fuding City and belongs to the Fujian family of black teas. Traditionally crafted from Fuding Dabai and Dahao tea varieties, Bailin Gongfu is characterized by its slender, curved strips, yellowish-black hue, and smooth, sweet flavor profile, making it a standout star
Keemun Black Tea, also known as Qihong or Keemun Gongfu Black Tea, originates from Qimen County in Anhui, China, and belongs to the black tea family. Some describe its flavor profile as uniquely infused with subtle wine and fruit notes. Recognized as one of China’s Top Ten Famous Teas, Keemun is also the country’s most
Yihong Gongfu tea, also known simply as Yihong Gongfu or Yihong, is produced in Hubei Province, China, and belongs to the fully fermented black tea category. Yihong Gongfu is a premium black tea that was exported in large quantities to Europe and America during the 19th century. In recent years, its quality has become even
Yingde Black Tea, also known as Yinghong or Yingde Congou Black Tea, is produced in Yingde, Guangdong Province, and belongs to the fully fermented black tea category. The tea-growing regions in Yingde are mostly located on gentle hills with fertile soil and a tropical climate, making them exceptionally well-suited for tea plant growth. Yingde Black
Hunan Gongfu black tea, also known as Huhong, is produced in counties and cities across Hunan Province such as Anhua, Taoyuan, Lianyuan, Shaoyang, Pingjiang, Liuyang, and Changsha. It is a fully fermented black tea with a long history in China and remains immensely popular today due to its exceptional quality. While Hunan Province has been
Yuehong Gongfu Black Tea, or simply Yuehong, is produced in Shaoxing, Zhuji, and Shengzhou in Zhejiang Province. It is a fully fermented black tea known for its tightly twisted, uniform strips, dark glossy color, elegant appearance, bright red liquor, and pure aroma. Gongfu black tea is also referred to as strip black tea. The gongfu
