“Cloud tea is like life; life is learning, wisdom is cultivation.”<\/p>\n
Today, I continue to tell the story of Yuyuan Tea Factory. To many people, Yuyuan Tea Factory might just be the name of an ordinary tea factory, but to me, it carries too many memories and emotions regarding Pu-erh tea. When Senior Yu Zhengcai founded Yuyuan Tea Factory, Yunnan’s tea market was undergoing a period of transformation\u2014transitioning from a planned economy to a market economy, where many tea factories were facing survival crises. In that era of uncertainty, being able to establish a foothold was already difficult, let alone building an enterprise.<\/p>\n
Yu Zhengcai’s decision to start a business at this time required immense courage. The initial scale of Yuyuan Tea Factory was not large, and the factory premises and equipment were quite simple. But Senior Yu had something others did not\u2014his extreme pursuit of tea leaf quality. He personally went to the tea mountains to select materials and personally oversaw every stage of the tea production process to ensure that every batch leaving the factory met the highest standards. This craftsmanship later became the core competitiveness of Yuyuan Tea Factory. He often said to the workers, “I would rather earn less than ruin our brand.”<\/p>\n
I remember when I first visited Yuyuan Tea Factory, I was deeply moved by that unpretentious atmosphere. There was no luxurious decoration in the factory; there was only a simple working environment and dedicated masters working diligently. Senior Yu took me to tour the workshop and explained every tea-making step in detail\u2014from withering, fixing, and rolling to sun-drying; every stage was meticulous. He said, “Tea leaves have life; if you treat them well, they will naturally repay you.” That reverence for tea leaves is something I still remember clearly today.<\/p>\n
Speaking of the location of Yuyuan Tea Factory, there is also a science to it. Senior Yu Zhengcai specifically chose to establish the factory in Menghai because the climate and environment here are most suitable for the storage and transformation of Pu-erh tea. The temperature and humidity conditions in the Menghai region are ideal, allowing the tea leaves stored here to slowly undergo aging, with the taste becoming increasingly mellow and thick. Many tea enthusiasts know that the same tea can have a significant difference in taste after being stored in different places for several years. Senior Yu understood this principle long ago, which is why he chose to establish the factory in Menghai.<\/p>\n
Tea has its grades, but people are not divided by status; all may enjoy it.<\/p>\n
The success of Yuyuan Tea Factory was not only a commercial success but also a victory of philosophy. In an era that pursued rapid profits, Senior Yu insisted on “slow work produces fine results,” preferring to earn less to ensure quality. This attitude was later proven correct\u2014when other tea factories were eliminated due to quality issues, Yuyuan Tea Factory won market recognition through stable quality. Later, many owners of other tea factories came to seek experience from Senior Yu, and each time he would say, “There is no secret; it is simply about putting your heart into making every batch of tea.”<\/p>\n
Regarding health preservation, Senior Yu had a unique method of drinking tea for wellness. Every morning, he would drink a cup of light raw Pu-erh to refresh his mind and stimulate his appetite; after lunch, he would drink a cup of ripe Pu-erh to aid digestion; and after dinner, he would drink a cup of aged tea to relax. He maintained this tea-drinking habit for decades, and his health remained excellent. The beneficial flora in Pu-erh tea is very good for intestinal health, and long-term consumption helps with smooth digestion; those who drink it regularly say their bodies feel more comfortable. Natural components such as tea polysaccharides in the tea make Pu-erh tea a suitable type for long-term daily consumption, especially for middle-aged and elderly people. Drinking an appropriate amount of Pu-erh tea daily, combined with a reasonable diet and lifestyle, is the simplest and most effective way to maintain health. I have followed Senior Yu’s method of drinking tea for over ten years, and my gastrointestinal function has significantly improved, as has my mental state.<\/p>\n
Additionally, the mineral elements in Pu-erh tea, such as zinc and selenium, also help in maintaining daily vitality and physical condition. Drinking an appropriate amount of Pu-erh tea daily can replenish these trace elements and maintain the normal functioning of bodily functions.<\/p>\n
“Making friends through tea \u2014 please, have a cup.”<\/p>\n
—<\/p>\n
Author: Lam Sam (LamSam), the Old Tea Head
ZENTEA MANOR
Alliance Supply Chain Services Limited
www.zentea-shop.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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