What Is Taiwan High Mountain Oolong Tea?
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by teasenz
3d ago
High Mountain Tea, also referred to as “high mountain oolong tea,” is a unique tea variety grown at high altitudes, typically around 1,000 meters (3,300 feet) above sea level. The exceptional quality of this tea is attributed to the specific environmental conditions in which it thrives. High mountain oolong teas undergo semi-oxidization, with an oxidation level ranging from 20% to 40%. This meticulous processing method is instrumental in bringing out the tea’s exquisite flavors and aromas. The appeal of high mountain tea lies in its sophistication, characterized by a light golden color and flo ..read more
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Essential Tips For Picking Your New Favorite Tea
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by teasenz
1y ago
There are over 1,000 varieties of tea, and each tea is made from the leaves of the same plant, Camellia sinensis, according to statistics on MedAlertHelp.org. With a variety of tea options at your disposal, choosing the next tea to try can be overwhelming. Many people opt to try different teas before picking one they like.  You’ll probably want to follow this path, but even then, there are several things you need to consider, including your reasons for drinking tea. Keep reading to learn essential tips for picking your new favorite tea blend.   Get To Know Differe ..read more
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Robert Fortune: The Man Who Stole China’s Tea Secrets
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by teasenz
1y ago
If we should pick one person who influenced the history of international tea trade the most, that person is without doubt Robert Fortune. As a botanist and adventurer from Scotland, was sent by the British East India Company on a journey to the interior of China in 1848. At this time, china was forbidden to foreigners. The goal of Mr. Fortune’s mission was to steal the techniques for the manufacturing and horticulture processes of tea. This Scotsman committed a daring act of corporate espionage by donning a disguise and travelling into the hills of Wuyishan and the Yellow Mountain. Robert Fort ..read more
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How Chinese Ceramics Spread Across The World During the Tang Dynasty
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by teasenz
2y ago
The development of ceramics during the Tang dynasty (618 – 907) was an important episode in the history of Chinese ceramics. The ceramics industry was flourishing. The reason for this was not only political stability and social-economic prosperity, but also the development of international trade. The foreign exports of ceramics during this period, whether in terms of quantity or quality, had far surpassed that of the previous dynasties. Like silk and tea, the export of ceramics was also of great significance to China’s overseas trade. Besides economic activity, this also resulted indirectly in ..read more
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Tang Tricolor Pottery & Ceramics (Tang Sancai): An In-Depth Guide
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by teasenz
2y ago
Tang Tricolor pottery, also called Tang Sancai, is a type of pottery that flourished in China during the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). It is made of white clay and coloured using a glaze containing lead. The glaze uses metals such as iron, copper, manganese and cobalt as colouring agents and is fired at a low temperature of 750-850°C. The glaze has a range of colours like yellow, green, cream, brown, blue and black. As yellow, green and cream were the 3 main colours, such pottery is also known as ‘Tang tricolor’. Recommend: The Rise of White Ceramics during the Sui Dynasty The Achievements of Tan ..read more
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The Art of Ceramics: The Rise of White Ware/Porcelain during the Sui Dynasty
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by teasenz
2y ago
After the Rise of Celadon ware during the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD), it was white porcelain that took the spotlight during the Sui Dynasty. In this period (581–618), ceramic artists successfully fired white porcelain, which was largely based on the method of celadon production. Note: White porcelain from this period my also be called white ceramic or simply white ware as according to the Western definition it’s not yet true porcelain. This is because ware from this period where not fully white and translucent. Technically speaking, the secret of firing white ware was mainly a matter of r ..read more
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The Art of Ceramics: The Rise of True Celadon in the Eastern Han
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by teasenz
2y ago
Celadon is known as a kind of ceramic with a colour glaze. Such coating is achieved by applying a liquified clay slip recipe to the ceramic ware before high temperature firing. In this article, we’ll look at when ‘true celadon‘ invented and what the conditions were to let to its rise. Primitive Celadon, Shang Dynasty The history of ceramics in China is a long one. As early as 5000 years ago, white pottery made from kaolin clay already existed in China, which was the base material for celadon ware. However, it wasn’t until the Shang dynasty (1600 – 1046 BC), glazed wares close to celadon g ..read more
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Review: 2020 Spring Xiao Hu Sai Pu Erh Tea
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by teasenz
2y ago
While Bingdao is the most popular area in Mengku, the Xiao Hu Sai region is gaining a lot of popularity in recent years. In this post, we’re excited to review a 2020 raw Spring pu erh tea from this place. Xiao Hu Sai Cake The cake in question is a 200g cake from the brand Qin Ai made by the Yun Fu Xiang factory based in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan. See below the packaging. After opening the cake, it looks medium tightly compressed. The cake is easy to loosen, but you do need a knife. Though the tea is just a year old, we already see signs of good aging. The aroma of the dry tea is very fragrant and ..read more
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Puerhtea.eu: 2018 Yiwu Chunyun Raw Pu Erh Cake Review
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by teasenz
2y ago
Today we’re reviewing a raw pu erh cake called ‘Yiwu Chunyun‘. If you’re into pu erh with soft flavours and notes of flowers and honey, make sure to read this review. The name explained Basically the name refers to the Yiwu region in Yunnan, and ‘Chunyun’ literally translates to ‘Spring Rhyme’. In other words, we’re dealing with a 2018 Spring season raw pu erh tea from Yiwu. The Appearance The cake itself looks wonderful. It consists of a mix of leaves and white buds. It does seem to also contain a few stems, but that shouldn’t ruin the party. The cake has the size of a traditional 200g cake ..read more
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A Tea Poem: On A Cold Night
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by teasenz
3y ago
China is both the “land of tea” and the “land of poetry”, which is why the subject of tea has long been infused into poetry. From the earliest days of tea poetry to the present, over the course of 1,700 years, poets and scholars have composed thousands of beautiful tea poems. From this long list, we have selected and translated one ancient tea poem that provide a glimpse into the tea culture and lifestyle of the past. The poem was written by poet Du Lei of Song dynasty. The words used in the poem are simple and natural, and scenes described are vivid and timeless. Also read: Tea Culture during ..read more
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