The many different types of tea often raise questions: why is a tea called “black” or “green”? In this article, we explain precisely the difference between green tea and black tea, the two most widely consumed teas in the world. One Plant, Two Teas with Opposite Flavors As tea growers, when we welcome visitors to […]

Tea enjoys a flattering reputation when it comes to health, and not without reason. Yet between exaggerated claims and popular misconceptions, it isn’t always easy to tell what’s established from what’s mere myth. This article takes stock of what medical research can actually confirm about tea’s effects on the body. Tea and Cardiovascular Health: One […]

Green tea, the primary type of tea produced in China, mainly comes from the region surrounding the Yangtze River. Its base ingredient is the same plant, Camellia sinensis, as other types of tea; the difference lies in the processing method and the cultivar used. According to the traditional Chinese method, the leaves are fixed in […]