The tradition of tea cultivation and drinking in Zhao Ping dates back to ancient times. According to the old *Zhao Ping County Annals*, “Xiangji Mountain covers a vast area, producing famous tea with a quite agreeable taste.” “When guests visit, serve them Goulou.” The so-called “Goulou” by ancient people refers to what is now known as “bitter tea.” Among Zhao Ping’s famous teas, Xiangqi Tea and Tengbao Tea have a longer history, produced respectively on Xiangqi Mountain and Tengbao Mountain within the county.
Jia'en Tea is a distinctive tea from Ganzi County and a rare type of clear tea seldom seen in other Tibetan areas. It is extremely common in both urban and rural parts of Ganzi. According to research, Jia'en Tea originated in Tangmai Village, Sexidi Township, Ganzi County during the Republic of China period. Before liberation, due to transportation and economic difficulties, many poor farmers made Jia'en Tea using leaves from the wild plant “Ese” (a type of shrub).
Tea was once planted by some locals in Huadong and Dizhou within the city. However, due to backward processing techniques and poor transportation, there was limited demand, and by the eve of liberation, manually cultivated tea gardens were nearly extinct, with only scattered wild plants remaining. In 1981, the county identified tea production development as an emerging project for poverty alleviation and prosperity, beginning the introduction of Baihao tea and Dayeqing tea, as well as direct-seeding trials...
Mabian Misty Tea is a specialty of Mabian County in Leshan City, Sichuan Province. It features tightly rolled leaves with a deep, lustrous green hue and visible white downy tips. The tea liquor is bright emerald green, and the taste is pure, crisp, and refreshing, with a natural orchid-like fragrance. Mabian County, located in the most remote high mountain area of Leshan — a UNESCO World Natural and Cultural Heritage site — is
Wangcang has a long history of tea cultivation and production, and is one of the 33 "southern tea" base counties in Sichuan Province. It currently has 20,000 mu of tea plantations, 46 primary processing factories, 3 refined processing plants, with an annual tea output of 270 tons, generating profits and taxes of 1.6 million yuan. There are 42 large and small business operators engaged in the industry, having created 18 tea brands, among which "Gaoyang Biya"
Longji Tea Longji Tea is primarily produced in the misty mountains of the Longsheng Longji Tourism Area and is one of China's 28 famous teas, as well as a tribute tea from the Qing Dynasty. Rich in various trace elements essential to the human body, it is renowned for its pure and fragrant taste. With an annual production of 5 tons, it is available year-round. Longji Tea grows in the Longji Rice Terraces, known as one of the world’s unique wonders, located in Guilin, Guangxi.
Phoenix Tea Phoenix Tea is produced in Phoenix Mountain. The tea plantation is located in the middle of the mountain at an altitude of 800 meters, where the land is fertile, rainfall is moderate, and the air is moist, creating a unique microclimate described as “fog covering the ground at dawn and dusk on sunny days, and clouds filling the mountains all day on overcast days.” The resulting tea leaves are emerald green in color with robust buds. After processing, the tea has a silvery-gray hue and tightly twisted, slender leaves. When steeped, the tea quickly turns the cup a clear green with a rich fragrance that lingers, and even after three brews, the flavor remains strong. It has been awarded multiple times as a high-quality product of the Qinzhou region and enjoys a solid reputation both within and beyond the area.
Tea is one of the main specialties of Beichuan. The "Lü Changming" tea produced in "Longtanzi" in Shuangtan Township (now Tongkou Town) of Beichuan County has been one of Sichuan's eight famous teas since the Tang Dynasty. Thanks to Beichuan’s mountainous terrain, which provides excellent conditions for tea cultivation, the tea trees suffer from few pests, produce thick leaves, offer superior flavor, and are free of pesticide residues…
Leishanjiao Ya Tea is a specialty of Leishan County in Qiandongnan Prefecture, Guizhou Province. The tea features a tightly rolled, bud-filled appearance with vibrant emerald green color, a high and lasting aroma, a fresh and mellow taste, bright tender green liquor, and uniformly lively leaves. When steeped, the leaves stand upright like bamboo shoots emerging from the ground, creating a vivid and highly ornamental effect. Leishanjiao Tea is produced in...
Like the Bach coffee beans we introduced earlier, the Mozart coffee beans also come from the Canet Estate in the Tarrazú region of Costa Rica. However, this coffee bean differs from the Bach beans in both variety and post-harvest processing, resulting in a significantly different flavor profile. When brewed, the Mozart showcases an abundance of fragrant rose-like aromas.
Italian coffee beans are one of the fundamentals of coffee basics. It's an obvious fact that most people’s first encounter with coffee is through Italian-style coffee, even if they don’t realize it’s Italian coffee. Professional coffee practitioners, on the other hand, pay more attention to the details, such as what blend of Italian coffee beans is being used.
Costa Rica's coffee industry has developed very rapidly. Compared to other producing regions, Costa Rica has many private coffee plantations, as the local government strongly supports coffee development. Under government initiatives such as “coffee can be grown on any unclaimed land,” numerous domestic coffee farms quickly
When it comes to Ethiopian coffee in Africa, Yirgacheffe beans are truly legendary in the coffee community. Many recommend beginners start with Yirgacheffe due to its distinctive flavor profile, which sets it apart from other coffee-growing regions. Moreover, Yirgacheffe was also the first coffee to show the world that coffee isn’t just about rich bitterness.
If the global emergence of coffee was constrained by historical limitations, then the contemporary coffee wave is a highly acclaimed anthem of human wisdom co-written by all. Behind each tiny coffee bean lies the passion and sweat of people from different regions and cultures. Among them, the development of Rwandan coffee may be one of the most story-rich chapters in the global history of coffee.
The beauty of specialty coffee lies in its regional flavors—different growing regions and terroirs produce distinct coffee profiles. Exploring specialty coffee is like taking your taste buds on a global journey. Today, we’re diving into the uniquely distinctive Indian monsooned coffee beans. Just the name alone sparks curiosity. What exactly are monsooned coffee beans?
When it comes to the most popular single-origin coffee this year, Honduran Sherry coffee beans are definitely on the list. Processed using a premium washed method and whiskey barrel fermentation, these beans from Honduras are infused with unique flavors such as whiskey aroma and vanilla cream, winning over the palates of coffee enthusiasts. Whether you’ve loved specialty coffee before or not...
Colombia is located on the American continent, the world's largest coffee-producing region, and its annual coffee production is second only to that of Brazil, the "coffee giant." Specialty coffee is mainly concentrated in the northwest, stretching from north to south — an area that resembles a "cat’s paw" on the map. Today, we’re introducing Rose Valley coffee, which comes from Santander, Colombia’s earliest coffee-growing region.
When it comes to the most popular single-origin coffee this year, Honduran Sherry coffee beans are definitely on the list. Processed using a refined washed method and whisky barrel fermentation, these Honduran beans are infused with unique flavors such as whisky aroma and vanilla cream, winning over the palates of coffee enthusiasts. Whether you’ve been a specialty coffee lover before or not...
The third wave of coffee has shattered the stereotypical perception of coffee as merely rich, bitter, and sweet. Instead, coffee should return to its authentic flavor—bright, fruity acidity with sweet and tangy notes. Kenya, with its uniquely intense acidity, has captivated coffee lovers' palates. What about the flavor profile of Muranka coffee from Kenya’s coffee-growing regions? Does it possess the classic Kenyan berry notes? M
When it comes to well-known coffee-producing countries in the Americas, El Salvador, located in Central America, stands out as particularly significant. Not only does it boast ideal conditions for coffee cultivation, but Salvadoran coffee farmers also place great emphasis on processing techniques and are highly selective about coffee bean varieties. Today, we’re introducing one of the most recognized high-quality regions in El Salvador—