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White Tea | Yellow Tea | Green Tea | Oolong Tea | Black Tea | Puerh Tea | Herbal Tea | Continue Shopping Green teas are named for the color of the brewed liquor that they produce, although the greenish cast is often times tinged with yellow – depending on the variety of leaf and the area of origin. Both the smell and taste of green teas will be freshly vegetal in varying degrees. The taste is mild but lingering, and is usually accompanied by a pleasant astringency. Green tea was the very first type of tea to be produced in China, and remains the most popular varietal in terms of both production and consumption in both China and Japan. It is immensely popular world-wide for its combination of great taste, detoxifying attributes, and high antioxidant content. They are also exceptional values in that the leaves may be steeped several times, making wonderful tasting tea all the while. Green teas are perfect for late afternoon use when their lower caffeine levels and soothing characteristics seem exceptionally appropriate. |
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