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The Hierarchy Mystery of Laobanzhang “Tea King”: The Value Gap Between Ancient, Large, and Small Trees
In Laobanzhang, the recognized “kingdom” of Pu’er tea, merely saying “I drink Laobanzhang” is no longer sufficient. Beneath this crown lies a clear hierarchical sequence: ancient tree tea, large tree tea, and small tree/tableland tea. Their differences extend far beyond tree age—they form a vast chasm spanning quality, taste, and price. To grasp these differences,…
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Efficacy and Contraindications of Xiaoqinggan Pu’er Tea
Xiaoqinggan (also known as Ganpu Tea) is a characteristic tea made by hollowing out the pulp of young fruits from Xinhui Chazhi Mandarin oranges, filling them with Yunnan ripe Pu’er tea, and then processing them through drying techniques such as sun-drying or low-temperature drying. It combines the mellow taste of ripe Pu’er tea with the…
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Knowledge about Xiaoqinggan Pu’er Tea
1. Definition Xiaoqinggan Pu’er Tea, often abbreviated as “Xiaoqinggan”, falls under the category of “Ganpu Tea” in reprocessed teas. Its core definition is: a tea product made by using unripe fruits ( “Xiaoqinggan”) of the tea branch mandarin harvested in a specific period from Xinhui District, Guangdong Province as containers, removing the pulp, filling them…
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The Price of Xigu Gu Shu Tea (Ancient Tree Tea)
As a traditional Chinese beverage, tea comes in a wide variety. Among them, Xigu Gu Shu Tea (Ancient Tree Tea) is highly praised for its unique quality and taste. However, the price of this tea keeps many tea lovers at bay. This article will delve into the price factors of Xigu Gu Shu Tea and…
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Core Differences in Flavor Between Xigui and Bingdao Teas
Geographically, Xigui is located in Lincang City, Yunnan Province, east of Mengku Town. Bingdao, on the other hand, lies north of Mengku Town, with a certain distance from Xigui. Additionally, the two teas differ in tea tree varieties. Xigui mainly uses large-leaf tea trees, while Bingdao is dominated by small-leaf ones. This difference affects not…
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How to Determine if Pu’er Tea Has Spoiled
It is widely known that the longer Pu’er tea is stored, the higher its drinking value and the more pronounced its health benefits. However, if improper storage damages the tea and allows harmful bacteria to grow, the tea should no longer be consumed. Judging whether Pu’er tea has spoiled cannot be done by visual inspection…
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What is Pu’er Tea Paste?
Pu’er Tea Paste is a solid instant tea made from the leaves of Yunnan arbor large-leaf tea trees. It is produced by fermenting the leaves, extracting the tea juice, and then processing the juice into a solid form. Its production process includes steps such as separating tea fibers, concentrating tea juice, and solidifying. The finished…
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The Origin of Xigui Tea’s Name
Xigui tea is a unique tea produced in Xigui Village, Lincang City, Yunnan Province. Its name seems unusual, but in fact it contains rich historical and cultural connotations. So why is this tea called “Xigui”? Names such as “Manlu”, “Manlü”, “Mangliu”, “Manglu”, “Manglu” (alternative spelling), “Xigui” (old pronunciation), “Xigui” (current name), and “Gali Ancient Tea”…
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The Origin and Characteristics of Xiguicha Tea
Xigui tea is the representative variety of ancient tree Pu’er Tea tea, the finished dry tea is very durable, the taste of tea soup and tea fragrance also have their own characteristics, so it is loved by many tea friends. Where is the origin of Xigui tea? Geographical Location of Xigui Tea Xigui Pu’er Tea…