If you have ever bought Chinese tea and felt lost when the seller described the flavor as “huixiang” or “ganhua” — you are not alone. For decades, the Chinese tea industry relied on a vocabulary that only trained professionals could understand. That changed in 2023, when China officially released its first standardized tea sensory flavor […]
In the heart of Ya’an, Sichuan, we are reviving the legendary Mengding Ganlu using an ancient flame. While most tea is now processed by machines, our team at Chun Shan Cha Yan continues the tradition of Wood-Fired Pan-Firing. The living heat of a natural wood fire, often reaching 180°C, creates a crisp sweetness and a
In our fast-paced modern lives, finding a moment of silence feels like a luxury. We often hear from our friends in the US who ask: “What does a real ‘tea life’ look like in China? Is it just about drinking a hot beverage?” Last week, we hosted a special event at our tea space here