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Organic Chinese Tea

China is the birthplace of tea and the expertise surrounding the world’s most widely consumed beverage after water. Over the centuries, tea has become a symbol of the country’s cultural richness. From the misty mountains of Yunnan to the lush valleys of Zhejiang, every sip transports us to a world of flavors, refinement, and the art of living. Discover our selection of organic and fair-trade Chinese teas, plain or flavored, sourced from renowned regions and chosen for their delicate flavors: green teas, white teas, oolong teas, black teas, dark pu’er teas, and first-flush teas.

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Organic dark pu'er tea - Belle du Yunnan
Dark China tea compressed in a nest - Tuo Cha - 100 g

Belle du Yunnan

€14.17
€14.17
Organic dark tea infusettes - Pu'er
Dark China tea - From ancient tea bushes

Pu'er

€5.45
€5.45
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Organic green tea from China Mingqian 2025 - Spring Sprout
Young spring shoot - Chun Ya - 春芽-Mingqian 2025

Spring Sprout

€44.64
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Organic yellow tea from China 2025 - Huang Ya Cha
Golden buds - 黃芽茶 - Mingqian 2025

Huang Ya Cha

€31.42
Pu'er Amour brick - Vintage 2007
Dark China tea compressed in brick - Vintage 2007 - 100 g

Pu'er Amour brick

€20.85
€20.85
Brique Pu'er Joie - Milésime 2006
Dark China tea compressed in brick - Vintage 2006 - 100 g

Pu'er Joie brick

€22.09
€22.09
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Tea Culture in China

In China, tea is much more than just a drink: it is a pillar of its culture, with the earliest references to it dating back to 2800 BC through Emperor Shennong. The Chinese were the world’s first tea growers and rank first among global producers in terms of volume every year. 70% of this production is consumed domestically, and tea is an integral part of daily life for the Chinese. Whether on the street, carried in small insulated teapots that are refilled with hot water throughout the day, in tea houses, public parks, or at restaurant tables, tea is everywhere.

It remains a symbol of hospitality, respect, and conviviality, and creates a bond between generations who love to gather around this beverage that is as healthy as it is delicious.

The Best Chinese Teas

The diversity of Chinese teas is as vast as the country itself, and for discerning tea lovers, China is the gold standard. Numerous cultivars have been developed there, some specifically to produce a particular tea, such as Longjing #43, which gives rise to the grand cru of the same name. The major tea-producing provinces also have their own local cultivars, such as Hubei’s E-Cha, which lend a distinctive character to the province’s teas.

This diversity of available cultivars, combined with the local climate and expertise, allows China to offer a vast range of teas that are as visually striking as they are delicious.

Among the best-known producing regions is Fujian Province, home to the famous Wulong Tie Guan Yin tea. Fujian is also the birthplace of the famous white teas, including the must-try Bai Mu Dan —also known as “White Peony”—and the renowned Fuding Silver Needles, a grand cru produced from the downy buds of the prestigious local cultivars Da Bai and Da Hao.

We can also mention Hubei Province, and in particular the historic Enshi region, known for its selenium-rich soil and the source of most of our “mingqian”—the highest-quality green teas harvested in the early days of spring. Finally, we can also mention Yunnan Province and its famous pu’er, the best-known of the dark teas (post-fermented teas), which has its devoted fans.

In conclusion, China is a paradise for tea lovers seeking exceptional single-origin teas, local specialties, as well as new creations born of the expertise and innovative spirit of its producers. And when it comes to producing these fine green teas, white teas, oolong teas, black teas, dark teas, or even herbal infusions based on local expertise, an increasing number of producers are sharing our values by choosing organic farming.

Early Harvest Teas from China

Chinese spring teas are highly sought after for their complex, fresh, and lively spring aromas. Among them, the highly prized Mingqian (清明), picked in late March and early April before the Qingming Festival (清明节 - qīngmíng jié), represent a “holy grail” for connoisseurs of fine Chinese teas. Their smoothness and particularly sweet, fruity aromas make them a true gourmet delight. With their rich, complex flavors, they symbolize the awakening of spring after a long period of dormancy for the tea plants.

These prestigious and highly anticipated teas are almost exclusively reserved for the Chinese market.

The Chinese Tea Ceremony

The Chinese tea ceremony known as “gong fu cha” is in fact a traditional and ancient art that allows tea to be prepared in the best possible way and possesses both an artistic and spiritual dimension. Gong fu (功夫) can be translated as a skill, a practice, a craft, or an art acquired and perfected over time.

Through its predefined ritual, which uses dedicated, high-quality utensils and where every gesture is performed with precision and delicacy, gong fu cha is as much an art to be contemplated as it is a source of gustatory pleasure.

Discover our range of Jingdezhen Chinese porcelain here.

Yixing Teapots

Yixing teapots, originating from the city of the same name in Jiangsu Province, are true gems of Chinese craftsmanship.

Handcrafted from local clays renowned worldwide for their quality, these teapots are known as “memory teapots.” Their relative porosity allows for a “seasoning” process, as the essential oils and aromatic compounds of the tea penetrate their walls. This process intensifies with each infusion. It is therefore recommended to always brew the same type of tea, or even the same batch of tea. In this way, its flavor will become increasingly pronounced with each subsequent infusion.

These small, high-quality clay teapots are ideal for practicing the art of Gongfu Cha.

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