Educational Articles

As connoisseurs, we begin to build a memory of taste through attention and repetition, which we can more easily fall back on to evaluate new things. This Tea Tasting Pyramid...

There's a persistent myth in the tea community that older means betterwhen it comes to pu er. Many have been led to believe that aged tea holds much greater value,...

Traveling with loose leaf tea can seem slightly daunting, with more to pack and consider, but the extra effort has truly great payouts. Read about our tips and tricks for...

It sounds pretty counterintuitive, drinking hot liquids on a scorching hot day. But, hot beverages (tea included) can help cool our bodies down in hot weather.

The water we use is an integral part of the tea-drinking experience. The quality of the water, the temperature, and how we pour it out all can increase our connection...

Drinking tea for evaluation is very different than drinking tea to enjoy. One way we do this is by using a method of evaluation called the “Kill Brew.” This method...