Even if it’s expired, that doesn’t mean your tea leaves belong in the trash. Expired tea still has plenty of clever uses and can work unexpected wonders around the house. Let’s take a look at some practical ways to use expired tea leaves! Uses for Expired Tea Leaves If your tea has expired and lost
Thanks to its island monsoon climate and unique tea-making craftsmanship, Taiwan produces many exceptional teas that are not only beloved locally but also hold a prominent place in the global tea community. Here are 5 of the best Taiwanese teas, making wonderful gifts for locals and international tea enthusiasts alike. The Best Taiwanese Teas: Top
Tea plant varieties commonly grown in Taiwan can be roughly divided into three main categories: native species (such as Taiwan wild mountain tea), introduced varieties (such as Foshou and Tieguanyin from China, and Assam from Sri Lanka), and bred improved varieties (such as JinXuan, CuiYu, SiJiChun, and Yingxiang, independently developed and selected in Taiwan). Common
A few days ago, a tea lover called to ask if we carry Lishan Yingxiang tea or JinXuan tea. To clear things up for everyone, almost all Lishan tea cultivars are Qingxin Oolong, accounting for over 97%. This is followed by Wuyi tea, Tielguanyin, and a small amount of JinXuan. Other varieties are extremely rare
Tea Lover’s Question: I often see Lishan tea labeled as 77K, 78K, 83K, or 85K on the market. Are these official grading standards for Lishan tea? Since higher numbers seem to come with higher prices, does that mean better quality? Is that how it works? What Do 78K and 83K Mean in Lishan Tea? The
Customer Inquiry: Some merchants are selling Fushou Mountain tea from Tangzhuang, Hanzhuang, and Yizhuang respectively. Where are these tea plantations located? Where are the Fushou Mountain Tangzhuang, Hanzhuang, and Yizhuang Tea Regions? When Fushou Mountain Farm was initially developed, there were 24 settlement zones distributed around the farm. The early veterans made a living by
How many times a year is Taiwanese tea harvested? Depending on climate, altitude, variety, and production methods, lowland tea trees in Taiwan can be harvested 6 to 8 times a year, while high-mountain tea plantations are harvested 5 to 6 times. However, harvesting too many times is detrimental to quality, so we try to avoid
A question we’ve recently been asked by tea enthusiasts is, “A lot of tea merchants are selling Northern Lishan tea. Where is Northern Lishan?” In fact, what people in the industry call Northern Lishan is actually Cuiluan North Line, and some also call it HuaGung North Line. They all refer to the exact same tea-growing
For tea lovers, the defining impression of Lishan tea is its pure, refreshing “high-cold aroma.” With its crisp, mineral-like quality that feels just like a cool mountain breeze, this unique fragrance keeps people coming back for more. So, where exactly does this captivating aroma come from? Where Does Lishan Tea’s High-Cold Aroma Come From? Premium
Tea Lover Question: Dayuling tea and Lishan tea are two of Taiwan’s most famous high-mountain teas. What are the differences between them? Which one tastes better, and which should I buy? Key Differences Between Dayuling Tea and Lishan Tea Dayuling Tea Lishan Tea Origin Km 100 to Km 103 on the Central Cross-Island Highway
This article introduces Taiwan tea cultivar numbers, covering their history, cultivar characteristics, suitable tea types, and more. Cultivar No. Release Year Common Name Paternal Parent Maternal Parent Suitable Tea Types Taiwan Tea No. 1 1969 Kyang Qingxin Daimao Black tea, Mee tea, Oolong tea Taiwan Tea No. 2 1969 Jaipuri Daye Oolong Black
Tieguanyin from Fushoushan Farm has long been considered the ultimate crown jewel by tea lovers. However, few realize that the farm actually cultivated very few true Tieguanyin cultivar tea trees. Most of Fushoushan Farm’s Tieguanyin has actually been produced using traditional roasted processing methods on Qingxin Oolong and Wuyi cultivars. This distinction has drawn criticism
