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Why store tea? You need a pleasant reason to store tea. Storing tea has three main benefits—economy, peace of mind, and pleasure. The reasons for the pleasure derived from storing tea consist mainly of these three points.Economy—collecting in bulk saves costs.First, collecting in bulk obviously saves...
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Recently, the dry and hot Kunming has welcomed several bouts of rain; taking advantage of the leisurely charm of "rain pattering on plantain leaves," I have "indulged" in tasting several different vintages of Pasha.Tasting the same tea from different years simultaneously adds much exploratory interest to...
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When drinking Pu-erh tea, we often hear tea enthusiasts mention that one tea is "dry storage" Pu-erh, while another is "wet storage" Pu-erh. Today, we will discuss what "dry storage" and "wet storage" in Pu-erh tea actually mean.Question: What are "dry storage" and "wet storage" in...
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Pu-erh tea storage involves many elements, and professional details cannot be overlooked. For example, today we want to discuss a small issue: sealed or unsealed? Pu-erh tea is active; it is constantly exchanging energy with the outside world. What are the pros and cons of sealed...
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Appearance of the 2021 Wuliang Mountain tea cake surfaceOriginal Title: "How does the compression tightness of Pu-erh tea affect its later aging? Which is better, iron cakes or loose cakes?"Pu-erh tea comes in many forms, including compressed varieties such as tea bricks, tea tuos, and tea...
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ArticleBeyond the factors of raw materials and time, the transformation of Pu-erh tea is also significantly related to the storage environment, which includes ambient temperature, humidity, oxygen levels (which have some relation to altitude), and the types of primary local microorganisms. Temperature and humidity seem to...
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Over five thousand years ago, from Shennong “encountering seventy-two poisons daily and finding relief through tea” to Lu Yu defining tea as a “fine wood of the south” in The Classic of Tea, people's lives have always been closely intertwined with tea. However, since we drink...
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The quality of Pu-erh tea is determined by raw materials, craftsmanship, and storage; specifically:For raw Pu-erh (new tea), the focus is primarily on the raw materials;For ripe Pu-erh, the focus is primarily on the craftsmanship;For aged tea, the focus is primarily on storage.Pu-erh tea has the...
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Original Title: How to properly store tea at home?When encountering good tea, tea lovers often buy some to store at home; these teas include both those for daily drinking and those for long-term storage.Therefore, "storing tea" is something that requires careful attention. If stored improperly, you...
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For over a decade, Pu-erh tea has been a focal point of interest for a vast number of consumers, with its influence gradually radiating from regional Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan to the rest of the world. Both domestic and international active inventories are...
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Original Title: Unveiling the Truth Behind "Pu-erh Tea Grows More Fragrant with Age"! 3 Ways to Quickly Judge Pu-erh Quality and Its Aging PotentialPu-erh tea is alive. After processing and pressing into cakes, microorganisms and other active substances—including active enzymes—remain within the leaves. These continue to...
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When the sweltering summer arrives, many tea enthusiasts often overlook small details during storage due to the unique summer climate, inadvertently ruining fine tea. So, do you know what precautions should be taken when storing tea in the summer? How can you avoid common mistakes to...
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