Chinese Tea
Our Chinese Tea collection is a voyage to the birthplace of the leaf, where centuries of mastery meet the world’s most storied terroirs. From the silk-and-umami depth of green tea to the complex, honeyed notes of black tea, expect a cup that encapsulates the unique climate and culture of its origin. Discover rare, single-garden expressions crafted by masters with an obsessive attention to detail, best enjoyed in our glass teaware to witness every leaf reveal its miraculous story.
Chinese Tea Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the Chinese tea culture?
Chinese tea culture spans thousands of years, treating tea as a ritual of hospitality, skill and quiet appreciation rather than a quick drink to grab and go. Practices like gongfu infusing, many short infusions in small vessels, reflect a philosophy of drawing the most character out of each leaf. Read more in What Is Chinese Tea? -
What are the main types of Chinese tea?
China produces all the major tea categories, green, white, yellow, oolong, black (known there as "red tea") and pu-erh, more than any other origin. Each is defined by how the leaf is processed rather than the plant itself, since all come from the same Camellia sinensis. Explore related origins like Taiwanese tea, where oolong is a specialty. -
How do you make Chinese tea properly?
Most Chinese teas are infused with water below boiling, using shorter, more frequent infusions than Western-style tea, letting the leaf unfurl and release flavour gradually rather than all at once. The right temperature and timing vary by category. Our temperature guide sets out the specifics for green, white, oolong and black tea. -
What is considered traditional Chinese tea?
Traditional Chinese tea generally means loose leaf, whole-leaf tea sourced from a specific garden and region rather than blended anonymously, the opposite of mass-market tea bags. Styles like Dragon Well green tea or Keemun black tea are classic examples with centuries of history behind them. See our guide to loose leaf tea for what sets it apart. -
Is Chinese tea good for weight loss?
Chinese teas such as green, oolong and pu-erh are naturally calorie-free without milk or sugar, and are often included as part of a balanced routine rather than used as a specific remedy. Each brings its own character, from the freshness of green tea to the mellow depth of pu-erh.