Tea education

A little knowledge.
A more rewarding cup.

Begin with brewing, explore the leaves, then make room for the culture around them.

How to brew a good cup of Chinese tea

The complete guide to choosing Chinese tea, water and teaware, with original brewing methods for green, yellow, oolong, pu’erh, white, jasmine and black tea.

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Little Orange Pu’erh Tea: What Is Inside the Peel?

A practical guide to small dried mandarin peels filled with ripe pu’erh: flavour, preparation, selection and storage.

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Golden Flower Fu Brick Tea: A Guide to the Cup

Understand Golden Flower Fu brick tea, its golden flecks, expected flavours, brewing method and what to check when selecting a brick.

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How Golden Flowers Develop in Fu Brick Tea

An educational look at Fu brick tea production, the golden flower stage, and why the result depends on craft and storage.

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Chinese Tea Ceremony: A Beginner's Table

An approachable introduction to Chinese tea sharing, gongfu brewing, useful teaware and respectful practice.

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