Chinese tea is an iconic drink full of history and culture, and it is different from western tea in many ways. Firstly, the types of tea we drink are very diverse, from green to black to white; not only do you have a range of tastes to choose from in China but also unique methods for brewing and drinking the teas.
1. Chinese tea is rich in nutrients, rich in aroma.
Chinese tea is also known as the “drink of longevity” because of its unique nutritional content. The category of “tea” includes both green and white teas, and each type has a unique mix of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other important nutrients. Some types even contain high amounts of antioxidants.

2.Chinese tea is refreshing and healthy.
Although rinsing can be performed using hot water or ice-cold water to produce a completely different drink, Chinese teas have a refreshing taste that can also be enjoyed cold during summer or hot during winter by substituting hot water for cold water or ice cubes. The health benefits of drinking Chinese tea are numerous. One study found that the antioxidants in black tea, which differ from green teas, can inhibit the formation of collagen-damaging molecules linked to cardiovascular disease and cancer.
3. It is a delight to the senses with traditional ritual.
The ritual of Chinese tea is also one of its attractions. The world’s longest known history has seen various ways of brewing tea over time. Green, black or white teas have all had their own unique methods for preparation and serving purpose throughout their history since the Tang Dynasty (AD 618-907).
4. It is imbued with local culture.
The types of tea, ways of brewing and drinking tea have all been established through the interactions between China and other countries, both historically and in recent times. After the popularization of Chinese tea culture overseas, many countries have gradually begun to understand that a cup of strong black tea is not necessarily the best way to enjoy a taste of China.
5. It offer variety.
The techniques used to brew Chinese teas vary greatly from one type to another; green teas can be made into jasmine tea by adding flowers, and white tea can be scented with dried plums or osmanthus flowers. White teas can be made into “xi’an xu” or “persimmon” tea by adding dried persimmons or osmanthus flowers.
6. It are made using ancient methods.
To brew Chinese teas, tea leaves must be steamed together with other ingredients such as water and sugar before being brewed. These techniques have been used for thousands of years, and are still used today in the production of various types of Chinese teas.
7. It offer choices and a varied choice to every taste.
Chinese tea culture is rich in variety; there is black tea, green tea, white tea, jasmine tea and many more types to choose from. There are also many different ways to brew the tea, which is why so many people of all ages in China love to drink Chinese tea every day.

8. It can offer a new experience.
Some types of Chinese tea have unique scents, such as osmanthus flowers, jasmine flowers and persimmons; others have unique tastes that vary greatly from one type to another. Some types of Chinese drinks even have the sweetness added to them by adding dried fruit or honey during their brewing process, which gives them a different kind of taste and fragrance than most Western teas.