It's All About Tea

Tea tastings are pretty similar to wine tastings. They are also fun to do and helpful if you are trying many new teas and want to memorize the flavor profiles or compare them to other teas.

Whether you are keeping track of your tea tastings or just doing them for fun, we put together a guide on how to conduct a tasting. With every consciously done tea tasting, you will see your palette grow and recognize new and subtle notes. (Read more)

Many of us might have experienced that state of being tea drunk before. The state of being when we feel alert, creative, and blissful; at the same time, peaceful and relaxed. If you have, read on to find out exactly what in tea makes us feel this way. On the other hand, if you have never experienced being high off tea, follow the steps in this article to experience it! (Read more)

When, where, and by whom the first Cha Hai was used is unknown, even though now it is an irreplaceable part of Gong Fu brewing. It is especially important to use Cha Hai for denser teas. Ensuring that the participants of a tea ceremony have the equal experiences is an integral part of tea culture that should not be overlooked. (Read more)

The Moon Festival is a national holiday and one of the most important days for the citizens of China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, as well as other Asian countries. It is somewhat equivalent to Thanksgiving in the US and Canada. One of the most common ways to celebrate is to gather with your family and loved ones, sitting under the bright shining moon, while eating mooncakes, drinking tea, and appreciating each-others company. (Read more)

It is true that Taiwanese tea culture is rapidly changing to suit the economy and the environments of the new generation. However, we remain grateful that we are still able to sit down and enjoy a long, peaceful gong fu cha tea ceremony with some of Taiwan’s finest Alishan Oolong. The serene environment of Taiwan’s tallest, foggy mountain remains unchanged. While sipping our tea, we acknowledge the hundreds of years long journey that tea went through, as well as the hard work of the tea farmers and their dedication to quality and tradition. (Read more)