A Short History of Fenghuang Dancong
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Fenghuang Dancong, a unique category of wulong tea grown in the crisp-aired Fenghuang (Phoenix) Mountains, weaves together tales of ancient legend, economic adaptation, and modern revival. Today, we’re journeying through the origins of Fenghuang Dancong — from the harrowing flight of Emperor Zhao Bing to the debut of Shui Xian at the Panama-Pacific World’s Fair — to show how both the tea and its people have transformed into the powerhouse we know today. -
How Did Dongfang Hong Get Its Name?
Dongfang Hong, often referred to in English as “The East is Red” tea, is a Dancong Wulong tea that stands out — not for its aroma but for the unusual story behind its name. -
How to Drink Xiao Qing Gan: A Guide to Enjoying Tangerine Puer Tea
Whether rolling across your social feed or filling the jars at your local Chinese import store, there’s no denying Xiao Qing Gan’s moment in the spotlight. -
On Naming Conventions
Is there one 'best' way to sort and categorize tea? Many have tried, but few, I argue, have succeeded. Considering the number of cultivars, tea-producing regions, and production methods, there's more information about a given tea than can be displayed succinctly. Every tea seller has to consider a problem so fundamental that it cannot be ignored: How to list and organize a catalog of teas?Â
