Japanese tea is one aspect of the nation's culture that is deeply cherished by all. Over several centuries, ‘Cha’ as it is known in Japan, has transcended beyond an ordinary beverage with medical benefits into a ceremonial item for fostering lasting bonds and achieving inner peace. Matcha tea, in particular,...

Tea ceremonies are an integral part of Taiwanese culture. They're a way to slow down, enjoy the tea experience and strengthen the sense of friendship and community. The ceremonies are usually conducted using the local Taiwanese Oolong tea, and enjoyed by the guests in a pleasant ambiance, sometimes with quiet...

You may have experienced how disappointing it is to reach for a cup of tea only to discover that it has gone stale. It's a bittersweet moment because you know you should have drank it sooner, but you can't help but wonder how fresher and tastier it would have been....

Beverages, such as teas brewed from the leaves of Camellia sinensis are part of our daily routine. Different teas are categorized based on the degree of fermentation in manufacturing. Every type has a different chemical composition and health benefits, and Pu-erh tea is one of them. In this article, I...

Bubble tea, also known as pearl milk tea, bubble milk tea, tapioca milk tea or boba tea, is a Taiwanese treat that consists of a tea base, milk, and a scoop of chewy tapioca pearls. These are shaken together, and other things can be added such as fruit juice. It...

Also known in some quarters as Zhong, Gaiwan is a special Chinese teaware used mostly by lovers of Chinese tea. It is a lidded bowl crafted by Chinese teaware artists, used to infuse tea leaves as well as consume tea. In this short article, you'll find out all about this...

Kombucha is here to stay. In case you've been oblivious to the newest beverage craze, kombucha is an up-and-coming alternative health drink to replace sugar-laden soda pops. It may have started out as a niche drink for ferment-loving enthusiasts, but this fizzy tea drink has since reinvented to seamlessly satisfy...

Oriental Beauty tea is a well-known and unusual tea noted for its exotic flavor. Oolong tea, also known as Champagne Oolong, Dongfang Meiren, or Bai Hau Silver Tip Oolong, is historically cultivated in Hsinchu County in Taiwan's northwest. Oriental Beauty Tea has a sweet and tangy flavor with a honey-like...