Collection: Tea Leaves

China’s tea culture is deeply rich and renowned, most notably for its six major types of tea, which are green tea, black tea, white tea, yellow tea, oolong tea, and dark tea. Here is an overview of these varieties:

• Green Tea: An unfermented tea that retains the natural state of the leaves, featuring a fresh taste and a green hue.

• Black Tea: A fully fermented tea, known for its rich taste and reddish color.

• White Tea: Slightly fermented tea, mainly dried naturally or lightly processed, offering a light flavor and a refreshing effect.

• Yellow Tea: A lightly fermented tea that undergoes a unique ‘sealing yellow’ process giving it a unique yellow appearance and mild taste.

• Oolong Tea: A semi-fermented tea that bridges the gap between green and black teas, varying from sweet and fragrant to rich and full-bodied.

• Dark Tea: A post-fermented tea, among which Pu-erh tea is the most famous, suitable for long-term storage, improving with age.

Beyond these six categories, China also boasts a rich variety of scented teas and herbal teas. Scented teas typically involve mixing green or black tea with various flowers like jasmine or rose, enhancing the tea’s aroma while adding aesthetic value. Herbal teas, on the other hand, do not contain traditional tea leaves and are instead made from a variety of herbal plants like chrysanthemum, licorice, and mint, offering various health benefits.

At ZenBrew Tea Studio, we go to great lengths to source the finest teas. We journey across China’s renowned tea mountains, such as the misty peaks of Wuyi, the verdant fields of Longjing, and the ancient tea forests of Yunnan. Our close relationships with local tea farmers allow us to engage deeply in their traditions and expertise. By personally tasting each variety, we ensure that only the most exceptional teas make their way to your cup, embodying our commitment to quality and the profound essence of Chinese tea culture. Furthermore, we only collaborate with China’s top-tier tea brands to ensure that every tea we offer represents the pinnacle of quality and craftsmanship.