A blog about tea.
Author: Tea Adventures
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2021 Fo Shou Tea Tasting (Xin An Chu)
The 2021 Fo Shou from Xin An Chu is an unusual yancha that offers a combination of pear and toasted notes.
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Why are Yixing Teapots so Small?
There are several reasons why Yixing teapots are smaller than western teapots. They are one of the basic tools of the Chinese Tea ceremony for good reason.
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How to Clean Yixing Teapots
Cleaning an Yixing teapot can be difficult if you don’t know what you’re doing. This article offers a full guide on how to clean your clay teapot.
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Can You Make Tea Without a Teapot?
The question if you can make tea without a teapot has a fairly simple answer. You don’t need one, but using a teapot adds depth and complexity to your tea.
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What Is the Difference Between a Teapot and a Pitcher?
A teapot and a pitcher are both used in the Chinese Tea Ceremony, but they have a different purpose. A teapot is used to brew tea while a pitcher is used to serve tea.
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Nixing Teapots vs. Yixing Teapots
Nixing teapots and Yixing teapots are both clay teapots but there are some differences between them. This article discusses the main differences.
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Difference Between a Teapot and a Kettle
A teapot and a tea kettle seem similar at first sight but they have a completely different purpose. This article explains the difference.
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What is Duanni Clay?
Duanni clay is an umbrella term for a particular type of clay from Yixing. After firing, this clay has a light or yellow-toned color.
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Are You Supposed to Wash Your Teapot?
You’re not supposed to wash teapots with soap because unglazed teapots absorb most of what you brew in them. It’s better to use hot water.
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Why Are Teapots so Expensive?
Yixing teapots are expensive because they are made from a rare type of clay. The older a teapot is, the more expensive it usually is.
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How is Liu Bao Tea Processed?
Liu Bao is a subtype of fermented tea that is made in Guangxi province. This article gives a complete overview of the production process.
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Is Liu Bao Black Tea?
The question of whether Liu Bao is black tea or not is an important one to ask because black tea in the west is not the same as black/dark tea in China.
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Liu Bao Brewing: How to Brew Liu Bao Tea
Liu Bao is an underappreciated subtype of tea and it is worth exploring. It can be tricky to brew Liu Bao so this article gives a full overview of how to do it.
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What Does Liu Bao Taste Like?
The traditional Liu Bao taste is mainly betel nut, but there is a lot of Liu Bao available with an earthy or forest flavor profile.
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Liu Bao Tea Benefits
Liu Bao Tea has been drunk for centuries in Asia for its medicinal qualities. This article discusses the major health benefits of Liu Bao.