Notes from the tea table.

China is widely regarded as the birthplace of tea. According to Chinese legend, tea was discovered around 5,000 years ago by Shennong, an ancient ruler and herbalist. From…

When hot water is poured over tea, some leaves slowly unfold and stand upright in the cup. This is commonly seen in high-grade bud teas such as Xinyang…

Pu-erh tea can feel complicated at first. It has different production styles, storage traditions, shapes, mountain origins, and aging habits. But once you understand the basic structure, the…