San Paotai Covered Bowl Tea The Dongxiang people are passionate about tea drinking, paying meticulous attention to the selection of tea sets, tea leaves, and ingredients. The tea set must be a San Paotai — as the name suggests, it consists of three tiers: a lid, a cup, and a saucer. The choice of tea leaves is also very particular, with Yunnan Chunjian tea and Tuocha being considered the finest. When brewing, the tea leaves are placed in the cup of the San Paotai, and it is preferred to use freshly boiled “peony blossom” water. Then, gently scrape the surface from front to back and from shallow to deep with the lid, allowing the tea leaves to slowly settle at the bottom of the bowl. At this point, the rich aroma of the tea wafts over, tempting you to take a sip. First, hold the base of the bowl with your left hand, then use your right thumb, index, and middle fingers to pinch the lid in a lotus shape, tilting it slightly to skim the surface of the tea. The result is a clear, jade-green brew with rising steam — sip slowly, and the pure, intense fragrance of the tea permeates your entire being, making it a true delight.
Butter tea with milk is made by boiling black brick tea and then adding boiled milk and butter. It is a premium beverage on the Tianzhu Grassland. …
Apocynum, also known as oleander leaf fiber, camellia hemp, or tea plant hemp, is a perennial wild plant widely distributed in the Yellow River Estuary region. It is slightly cold in nature, with a bitter-sweet taste, and possesses high medicinal value. The use of Apocynum in medicine dates back over a thousand years and is documented in traditional medical texts such as the "Compendium of Materia Medica" and the "Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China." Research in pharmacology has proven that it offers various health benefits to the human body, including lowering blood pressure, reducing blood lipids, strengthening the heart, calming palpitations, relieving dizziness, reducing inflammation and asthma, and promoting diuresis. It can also clear heat, reduce internal heat, calm the liver, and soothe wind-related symptoms. It is primarily used to treat conditions such as headache, dizziness, and insomnia. The leaves of Apocynum contain apocynin, which enhances its medicinal properties. Apocynum tea, made from the leaves of this plant, is produced on the shores of the Bohai Sea. Not only does it benefit from the moist coastal air and misty environment, but it is also crafted from the tender leaves of wild Apocynum growing naturally along both banks of the Yellow River Estuary. Combining traditional processing techniques with modern technology, the tea boasts a golden infusion color, a long-lasting aftertaste, and excellent re-brewability, making it a healthy beverage suited for modern lifestyles.
Can Can Tea is not a type of tea, such as Longjing or Tieguanyin, but is named after the small pot used to brew it. In the northwest, earthenware containers ranging from large water jars to small wine cups are all generally referred to as "cans." The small, cup-shaped earthenware teapot used for brewing tea is called "Can Can" due to its delicate size. The rim of the can is slightly wider than the body, and below the rim it is secured with iron wire.
Ulan Chaka Sheep are a specialty of Chaka Town, Ulan County, Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai Province. A semi-fine wool sheep breed native to the Qinghai Plateau that serves both meat and wool purposes, Ulan Chaka Sheep meat is rich in minerals and vitamins. Its flesh is tender, flavorful, free of gaminess and greasiness, and has long been honored as “Tribute Sheep.” Ulan Chaka Sheep are a nationally designated agricultural product.
“Chaka Salt” is lake salt produced at Chaka Salt Lake in Wulan County, Qinghai Province. Influenced by its unique geographical, climatic, and environmental factors, Chaka Salt, compared to other salts Fig. 1 Chaka Salt, features regular crystal formation, high purity of sodium chloride, low levels of soluble impurities, resistance to clumping, and the absence of substances harmful to the human body…
Chinese Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) grows on river terraces and slopes in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau at altitudes above 2,900–4,500 meters, thriving among alluvial stony sandy soils. It is a purely wild sour buckthorn fruit rich in various bioactive compounds, including 14 vitamins, 22 amino acids, and lipids.
The most common noodle dish in the restaurants and alleys of Litong District, and also an indispensable food for residents. Typically, it includes a pot of eight-treasure tea, a bowl of ramen, a plate of beef, various types of pastries, along with a selection of side dishes — together they form the uniquely distinctive "luxury ramen" of Litong District, reflecting a certain lifestyle.…
is a type of tea commonly enjoyed by people of all ages and genders among the Hui ethnic group in Ningxia. The covered bowl, also known as "Three-Pot Stand" and colloquially referred to as a "cup," consists of a lid on top, a saucer at the bottom, and a floral-patterned bowl in between with a wide mouth and narrow base—elegant and exquisite in design. During hot summer days, drinking covered bowl tea is even more thirst-quenching than eating watermelon. In winter, Hui people gather around the stove in the morning,
Nutritional Components: Rich in cinnamic aldehyde, abundant phenolic substances, betaine, β-glutamic acid, linoleic acid, linolenic acid, heneicosanoic acid, calcium oxalate, and Lycii Cortex Amin A. How to Drink: Take 50 grams of wolfberry root (Lycii Cortex) daily, add 1000ML of water, and simmer over low heat until reduced to 500ML. Efficacy: Clears heat and relieves thirst, has antibacterial and antiviral effects…
The Jianming-brand American Ginseng Badagong Series and Goji Berry products produced by Ningxia Yinchuan Local Specialty Products Co., Ltd. have been recognized as "China’s Recognized Famous Brand Products" and awarded the titles of "Quality Star Trusted Product" and "Recommended Product" by the Ningxia Consumer Association and the Technical Supervision Bureau. Badagong Tea has a unique flavor and is rich in ethnic characteristics and medicinal properties...
The general method for making milk tea is as follows: first, break up the brick tea, put it in a copper teapot or a metal pot, and boil it. Once the tea boils, add fresh milk and keep stirring the mixture with a spoon while it’s boiling until the tea and milk are fully blended. Then remove the tea leaves and add salt to complete the drink. Oil Tower (Youtazi): Its main ingredients are flour, rendered sheep fat, refined oil, fine salt, Sichuan peppercorn powder, and sodium carbonate. First, mix the dough with water and knead it into a soft dough. Let it rest for an hour, then add alkaline water and knead it again before rolling it out thinly. Spread the mixture of sheep fat, fine salt, and Sichuan peppercorn powder on the dough, roll and spread it as you go, then twist it into a tower shape. Steam it in a steamer basket for about half an hour. (Kashgar)
Shayar Apocynum Tea Shayar County has a total of 350,000 mu of wild Apocynum. Since ancient times, Apocynum has possessed miraculous medicinal value. According to Compendium of Materia Medica, Apocynum has various medicinal and health benefits such as balancing blood pressure, regulating blood lipids, and improving overall health. Tea Region: Shayar County is located in the southwest of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
Blackcurrant TeaBlackcurrant, classified as Ribes nigrum, also known as black currant, called "Karakhat" in Kazakh, belongs to the family Grossulariaceae and the genus Ribes. It is a perennial shrub. There are about 160 species in this genus, widely distributed in the temperate and cold temperate zones of the Northern Hemisphere. The wild varieties of blackcurrant are found across Europe and Asia.
Among ethnic groups such as the Uyghur and Kazakh, there is a saying: “Better to go without noodles for three days than without tea for a single meal.” These peoples are very particular about tea drinking, with a strong preference for brick tea and rice star tea. The main methods of brewing tea include: black tea, milk tea, and butter tea. The utensils used for making tea are also carefully chosen—instead of iron teapots, enamel or copper teapots are used.
Ussu Willow Flower Tea is a specialty of Gultu Town, Ussu City, Tacheng Prefecture, Xinjiang. As early as the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty, Ussu’s willow flower tea was an exclusive imperial tribute due to its rare production, elegant color, and rich flavor, making it regarded as a premium tea. Willow flower tea is a type of “flower” that blooms on river willows, originating from the Gultu area in the valley of the Sikesu River in Ussu, Xinjiang.
Mainly produced in Urumqi, these are special tea sets designed exclusively for ethnic minority use. The tea sets come in colors favored by ethnic minorities—cream-yellow porcelain and rose-red glaze—giving them an antique charm and a glossy, mirror-like finish. The teapot body features an elegant shape with a large capacity, catering to the needs of the local arid climate and the high water intake of its people. Its shape resembles a gourd, with a plump belly and narrow shoulders that create smooth, flowing curves. The accessories of the tea set are designed to match and harmonize with the main body. The exterior is adorned with patterns beloved by local ethnic minorities, such as Islamic-style gold-leaf motifs or traditional ethnic designs like the almond blossom pattern. These tea sets serve not only as daily utensils but also as exquisite craft decorations. The production area has a long history of advanced pottery making, which later evolved into porcelain production. By the 1940s, it was capable of producing porcelain items with ethnic characteristics, though the craftsmanship was relatively basic. Since the 1950s, the industry has developed rapidly, incorporating modern advanced technologies. The products are sold throughout China and exported to countries and regions including Japan, the United States, and Hong Kong.
Xinjiang Apocynum Venetum Flower Tea Apocynum venetum is mainly distributed along the Tarim River and Kongque River in the Tarim Basin, covering approximately 8 million mu. Commonly known as wild hemp, it is also called "oleander hemp," "camellia hemp," or "tea plant," among other names. The Apocynum venetum in Bayingolin is named after its prevalence in the Lop Nur and surrounding regions. Every part of the Apocynum venetum plant is valuable — the stems can be used as raw material for papermaking, the leaf juice can be made into beverages, and the latex contained in the roots, stems, and leaves can be refined into rubber.
The Hong Kong camellia, a member of the Theaceae family, comes in both red and white varieties. White camellias are mostly grown in pots and are rare in the wild, with few blossoms. In contrast, the red camellia not only has beautiful flowers, but its leaves are also quite lovely. Red camellias are also available at the Lunar New Year flower markets, where they can bloom for a long time after purchase. With proper care, they may continue to flower into the next season.
Silk Stocking Milk Tea is a type of milk tea unique to Hong Kong and is a common beverage in the daily afternoon tea (and breakfast) of Hong Kong people. Essentially, all milk tea served at cha chaan tengs (Hong Kong-style diners) in Hong Kong is prepared using the "Silk Stocking Milk Tea" method. Its origins date back to British colonial rule in Hong Kong, when the British brought the concept of "afternoon tea" to…