Shou Mei Tea, also known as Shou Mei White Tea, is primarily produced in Fujian Province, China, and is classified as one of the grades of white tea. Shou Mei Tea is characterized by its use of more mature leaves, making it one of the higher-yielding categories of white tea. Its name, “Shou Mei,” comes
Gong Mei tea, also known as Gong Mei White Tea, is a grade of white tea distinguished by its harvesting standards. The standard for Gong Mei tea is one bud and two leaves or one bud and three leaves, making it the most produced variety of white tea. Its appearance resembles the eyebrows of an
White Peony tea is a grade of white tea, named after its appearance, which resembles a flower (Peony, scientifically known as Paeonia suffruticosa). White Peony tea is known for its silvery white appearance and sweet, refreshing taste. It is both visually appealing and delicious, making it one of the finest Chinese white teas, often praised
Silver Needle tea is a grade of white tea, made exclusively from tea buds. Its appearance is marked by prominent white buds, resembling a silver needle. Silver Needle Tea: The Highest Grade of White Tea The largest production area is Fuding City in Fujian Province. It is characterized by thick, prominent white buds covered in
White tea is one of the six major classifications of tea, named for its most notable feature: the prominent white hairs (or “silver tips”). The production method involves harvesting the leaves without undergoing panning (the process of pan-firing the leaves) or rolling. Instead, the leaves are left to wither for 48-72 hours and then directly
Buddha’s Hand Tea is a tea tree variety that originated in Yongchun County, Fujian Province, and is commonly used to produce oolong tea. It is cherished for its distinctive and pronounced fragrance. The Origin and Characteristics of Yongchun Buddha’s Hand Tea Buddha’s Hand Tea is said to have been developed by a monk who grafted
Tieguanyin Tea originates from Anxi County in Fujian Province and belongs to the oolong tea category. It is one of the most iconic oolong teas in China. Due to its exceptional quality, Tieguanyin tea quickly spread throughout China and even to Taiwan and Southeast Asia, where it began to be cultivated and produced. The History
Phoenix Dancong Tea, also known as Phoenix Tea, hails from Fenghuang Town in Chaozhou, Guangdong Province. As a representative Chinese oolong tea, along with Anxi Tieguanyin and Wuyi Rock Tea, Phoenix Dancong Tea is often referred to as the “perfume of tea.” It is celebrated for its wide array of fragrances and unique flavor profiles.
Wuyi Rock Tea is a renowned traditional Chinese tea classified as Oolong. It is famous for its distinctive “rock essence” (岩韻). Grown in Wuyi Mountain in northern Fujian Province, the tea trees thrive in the crevices of rocks, which gives the tea its unique rock-grown flavor. Notable tea varieties include Da Hong Pao, Tie Luo
Chinese Oolong tea is primarily produced in Fujian and Guangdong provinces. In Fujian, the most famous types are Anxi Tieguanyin and Wuyi Rock Tea, while in Guangdong, Phoenix Dancong is the most renowned. Types of Chinese Oolong Tea Wuyi Rock Tea Produced in Wuyi Mountain, located in northern Fujian Province. The unique characteristic of this
Liu An Gua Pian is a type of green tea from Liu An in Anhui Province, China, and is one of the top ten famous Chinese teas. Liu An has been known for producing high-quality tea for over 1,000 years, and about 300 years ago, it became a tribute tea (offered to the emperor). Liu
Taiping Houkui Tea, originating from the area around Taiping Lake in Huangshan City, Anhui Province, is one of China’s famous green teas and is renowned as the “Crown of Green Tea.” This tea is distinguished by its straight, large, long, flat, and uniform leaves. Origins and Characteristics of Taiping Houkui Tea The history of Taiping
Xinyang Maojian Tea, produced in Xinyang City, Henan Province, is a green tea and one of China’s top ten teas. Known for its tight, straight appearance and abundant white tips, it is named “Maojian” (meaning “hairy tip”) due to these features. The tea’s unique characteristics include fine, straight leaves, numerous white tips, and a pleasant,
Huangshan Maofeng Tea is a historic Chinese tea, classified as a green tea, and is produced in the Huangshan region of Anhui Province. The production method of this tea emerged 300 years ago, and it quickly became popular for its unique flavor and aroma. Huangshan Maofeng Tea has a slightly curled shape resembling a sparrow’s
Anji White Tea is a tea tree variety known for its tender white buds, which give the tea its name due to the prominent white tea fuzz on the leaves. Although it is called “white tea,” it is practically always processed as green tea. This tea is produced in Anji County, Zhejiang Province, and is
