Tea 101 & Brewing Guides

The Silent Killer: Why Your "Aesthetic" Glass Jar is Ruining Your Tea

The Silent Killer: Why Your "Aesthetic" Glass J...

YAnken

We see it all over social media: beautiful pantries filled with clear glass jars, showcasing the intricate textures of loose-leaf tea. It looks stunning, but from a scientific perspective, it’s...

The Silent Killer: Why Your "Aesthetic" Glass J...

YAnken

We see it all over social media: beautiful pantries filled with clear glass jars, showcasing the intricate textures of loose-leaf tea. It looks stunning, but from a scientific perspective, it’s...

Is Your Black Tea "Alive"? The Science Behind the Golden Ring

Is Your Black Tea "Alive"? The Science Behind t...

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Discover why high-quality black tea has a glowing "Golden Ring." Learn the molecular science of Theaflavins and the Teastart 3-second brewing protocol. 名词: 环, 圈, 环状 动词: 响, 听起来, 包围...

Is Your Black Tea "Alive"? The Science Behind t...

YAnken

Discover why high-quality black tea has a glowing "Golden Ring." Learn the molecular science of Theaflavins and the Teastart 3-second brewing protocol. 名词: 环, 圈, 环状 动词: 响, 听起来, 包围...

The Ultimate Water Test: Which Water Actually Makes Your Tea Taste Better? (TDS & pH Tested)

The Ultimate Water Test: Which Water Actually M...

YAnken

"Water is the mother of tea." There is an old saying amongst tea masters: "If the tea is of quality 8 but the water is quality 10, the tea becomes...

The Ultimate Water Test: Which Water Actually M...

YAnken

"Water is the mother of tea." There is an old saying amongst tea masters: "If the tea is of quality 8 but the water is quality 10, the tea becomes...

Does Green Tea Have Caffeine? Mg Chart (Chinese Tea vs Coffee)

Does Green Tea Have Caffeine? Mg Chart (Chinese...

AnkenKY

Yes, green tea contains caffeine (20-45mg). See our breakdown of Chinese Green Teas (Dragonwell, Jasmine) vs Coffee. Learn why loose leaf tea gives you energy without the jitters.  

Does Green Tea Have Caffeine? Mg Chart (Chinese...

AnkenKY

Yes, green tea contains caffeine (20-45mg). See our breakdown of Chinese Green Teas (Dragonwell, Jasmine) vs Coffee. Learn why loose leaf tea gives you energy without the jitters.  

The Ultimate No-BS Chinese Tea Guide to Brewing Your First Cup of Tea

The Ultimate No-BS Chinese Tea Guide to Brewing...

AnkenKY

This is the ultimate "demystifying guide" for the absolute tea beginner, designed to eliminate the confusion and intimidation around brewing tea. Using a straightforward Q&A format, the article tackles the...

The Ultimate No-BS Chinese Tea Guide to Brewing...

AnkenKY

This is the ultimate "demystifying guide" for the absolute tea beginner, designed to eliminate the confusion and intimidation around brewing tea. Using a straightforward Q&A format, the article tackles the...

What does pu erh taste like-2025

What does pu erh taste like-2025

AnkenKY

Curious about the unique taste of Pu Erh tea? This guide demystifies the flavor of this fermented Chinese tea, often described as earthy, woody, and complex, much like a fine...

What does pu erh taste like-2025

AnkenKY

Curious about the unique taste of Pu Erh tea? This guide demystifies the flavor of this fermented Chinese tea, often described as earthy, woody, and complex, much like a fine...