Tea benefits us physically, mentally, and psychologically.
Six Varieties of Chinese Teas
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Green Tea
Unfermented, Green dry leaves, floral , vegetal aroma, light green/yellowish green tea liquor, tastes umami, slightly astringent, after-steeping leaves green. Many health benefits including brain function improvement, mood-boosting
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White Tea
Least processed, slightly fermented, top dry teas with tiny downy hairy buds. Clear light colored tea liquor tastes sweet. Tea cultivars mostly grown in FuJian province. Antibacterial, reduce internal heat
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Yellow Tea
Rarest variety, lightly fermented, unique processing, well-controlled oxidation, yellow liquor, tastes thick and mellow, yellow after-steeping leaves, antibacterial, help with digestion, detoxification
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Cyan Tea
Cyan tea, used to be called “Oolong tea” , is from a special tea tree cultivar and processed using unique techniques. The characteristics of cyan teas varies largely according to regions.
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Red Tea
Used to be called “black tea” in English. Fully oxidized, beautiful liquor color with a ‘golden rim’ in a tea cup. Same health benefits as green tea but gentle on stomach.
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Black Tea
Naturally “aged” green tea or “post-fermented” with “wodui” procedure, high in organic acid, Together with polyphenols, improves digestive system and help with weight-loss