The 6 Types Of Tea

This is the basic rundown of all the types of tea out there and their fundamental differences.
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★ We are talking about:
* Concepts of varieties, sub-varieties and cultivars of the tea plant
* Terroir and the effects that the environment (the area, the soil, the microclimat) has on tea
* Picking and oxidation of tea leaves
* Main processing steps used to produce specific types of tea
* Different techniques used to create certain flavor profiles
* Some of the health benefits and effects on the body of different types of tea
* Explore the flavor profiles, the quality indicators and history of different tea types
★ Table of contents to help you navigate to a specific tea category:
White Tea - 3:27
Green Tea - 5:00
Yellow Tea - 7:44
Oolong Tea - 10:00
Black Tea - 13:29
Post Fermented Tea / Pu Erh - 15:41
Scented Tea - 19:47
Blossoming Tea - 22:49
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[@ashleyj1493]

At first, I was like, "Who has time to watch an almost 30 minute video about tea?!" But the video was so informative, well done, and eye opening that I had watched the whole thing before I knew it. A whole new appreciativeness toward tea.

[@VapeTime79]

Ashley Janvier same here lol

[@guchaikueh7141]

You can mix various cheaper tea together too that can supprisingly imporve the tast. I found out by chance when I added abit of this and that to my jasmin tea.

[@AaronMai90]

That happens to me as well. Learnt alot from DON

[@Sunlitpickle]

Found this channel today, now i'm clocking in at 9 hours.

[@takeyourteawithyou8633]

I know, right? This is one of the most engaging descriptions of tea types I have come across. I can even overlook his sidebar food matching recommendations because it's so informative and engaging.

[@satan15107291]

Intro - 0:00 White Tea - 3:27 Green Tea - 5:00 Yellow Tea - 7:44 Oolong Tea - 10:00 Black Tea - 13:29 Post Fermented Tea / Pu Erh - 15:41 Scented Tea - 19:47 Blossoming Tea - 22:49 Outro - 23:52

[@MeiLeaf]

+Goodylee thanks, we should have done this so I have cut and pasted into the description! Much appreciated and happy drinking!

[@satan15107291]

chinalife Tea House Happy to help! I really enjoy your videos!

[@SL-sc5vu]

How about Rooibios?

[@Chiefab22]

Thanks

[@thomasdalton9504]

@@SL-sc5vu Rooibis is made from a different plant to usual tea, which is made from Camelia Sinensis: I believe this video is strictly talking about teas from the Camelia Sinensis plant. I think they may have a video on Rooibos, but I'm not sure! Happy drinking!

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I love you

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For sure

[@arthas640]

Leaves from the vine / falling so slow / like fragile tiny shells...

[@Thomas-vq1ox]

I love your passion for tea. I just took up tea after realizing I was a coffee addict. Made myself a matcha latte today and impressed the whole family to boot. Love the clean alert feelings I have and looking forward to discovering all the different kinds of tea I have heard about my whole life but never knew about. You have the heart of a true teacher in you!

[@ruvimbond2310]

Bruh, people told me to drink green tea and night because it helps you sleep and now he’s tellling me it has the most caffeine. Guess I’m not sleeping tonight

[@lilly_koii]

if you can find genmai tea it's green tea with roasted rice that is low on caffeine and very soothing.

[@dcxn]

It's a wonderful and rare feeling when you stumble upon a video that is just perfectly delivered, concentrated information. Thank you.

[@MeiLeaf]

+David Coxon Thank you for watching and for writing!

[@jhonviel7381]

Im so pumped to go and try every type of tea now!! growing up on lipton instant my eyes have been opened (o.0) to tea

[@realityorfiction]

How was your tea journey.?

[@wynnhorton1208]

In many Asian grocery stores, they sell a square gold colored tin of jasmine green tea. it is consistently wonderful and scents the room. The price is fair, too. I used to work in a tea room, but that jasmine green tea brand is still one of my favorites.

[@cesartrujillo4190]

That was a wonderful lesson. He explained tea really well. I never knew about yellow tea. I would love to find some now.

[@MeiLeaf]

Cesar Trujillo, thank you for watching! You can find out more about Yellow Tea on our website chinalifeweb.com/shop/category/yellow-tea/

[@mylancoffman4234]

hi! no idea if you found some yellow tea or if you’re even still looking, but The Tea Smith in Omaha, NE has a yellow tea! i work there, i’d know ;) it’s called Snow Dragon Yellow Bud!

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Traveling Tea sells batches of yellow tea

[@Aurora-MissWang]

I‘m Chinese and I think you really know Chinese tea Culture well. Thank you for sharing Chinese tea culture And thank you for you are into Chinese tea.

[@C2toC4]

I suggest sitting down with a cup of your favourite to watch this right through :)

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i'm just doing that :)

[@andresmiranda169]

Enjoyed the video with a pot of oolong

[@leroyrodriguez]

Same! Having tieguanyin while watching this ☺

[@nerdydrew6818]

Watched this with a nice cup of Chinese sencha 🍵

[@TraveltheRedRoad]

Thanks for sharing this video - it was very informative. I have never drank alcohol and have found myself jealous of friends who talk about the complex flavours of wines and whisky (my national drink). So I have found the world of fine Chinese tea has opened up a new experience to me. I look forward to trying some from your company.

[@MeiLeaf]

+Ian Buchanan Great comment and we know what you mean - tea allows that kind of flavour exploration which has before been dominated by the alcoholic drinks. Happy tasting!

[@TraveltheRedRoad]

+chinalife Tea House hi thanks for the reply! I wondered if you could recommend a tea for me? I am a bit of a Neanderthal, I love cola lol Som im looking for a flavoursome tea

[@MeiLeaf]

Ian Buchanan we would very much recommend you to stay away from anything artificially scented - they may have a strong smell but they are not good quality tea and lack real flavour. For teas that have more of an 'instant appeal' we would recommend you going for Oolongs. Something like Eastern Beauty (chinalifeweb.com/shop/product/tea-eboc/86/) or Royal Peach Orchid (chinalifeweb.com/shop/product/royal_peach_orchid/86/) are more on the fruity side of things. Superior Iron Goddess (chinalifeweb.com/shop/product/tea-sgoc/86/) and Alishan Cream (chinalifeweb.com/shop/product/tea-acoc/86/) are creamier and more flowery. We have high quality and all natural blends for more of an instantly aromatic brew and these use the same premium tea as we sell loose so you know it is the best tea (chinalifeweb.com/shop/category/signature-blends/).

[@TraveltheRedRoad]

+chinalife Tea House thank you again for your help! I'm very much looking forward to making a purchase ... or 3

[@TraveltheRedRoad]

+chinalife Tea House pleased to say I made my purchase (Royal peach orchid) thank you for your assistance this has been a truly enjoyable learning experience and I look forward to making more purchases shortly!

[@lazzerbear]

This shit blew my mind. I didn't know all tea types were so similar.

[@VapeTime79]

addison martin you should try yerba mate

[@gabrielcerono306]

Are you argentinian by any chance?

[@EricBryan]

A great video! I tried your tea brewing guide yesterday for brewing some high mountain oolong. It made a wonderful difference and changed the whole flavor profile. Thank you!

[@miehiiep]

This is honestly the best. Especially with the website being so easy to use! I immediately got testers of aaaalll the interesting teas and I am extremely exited for them to arrive

[@TheDyadyddy]

This channel should have much more views. Very informative videos! Thanks! :)

[@MeiLeaf]

TheDyadyddy, thanks for watching. Spread the word! More views will mean we'll make more nice videos : )

[@elenamikhaylova5086]

I’m so happy I found this channel and your website! Finally somebody who really really knows tea

[@grahamkutner-simon8272]

Love this video - obviously brilliantly detailed and informative as always with Don - incredible detail - but also very straightforward, ‘clean’ delivery

[@agskater1914]

I still find this video incredibly relaxing to listen to and watch, thank you Mei Leaf

[@maryprice8458]

Its so delightful to listen to someone talk about their passion.

[@alicejennings8262]

You have an amazing way of explaining, thank you. Super helpful.

[@Inprogress_of_newbeginings]

This was such a refreshing and informative video. You have created content about tea...one would assume it's boring but no, the topic is deep, and chewable. I'm so glad I found it ☺ Thank you

[@ettena93]

I can't believe how much I just learned about tea. Thanks!

[@722georgetonorge]

Most informative tea introduction video I've seen yet. Great job!

[@MakeSenseToYourLife]

I used to live in China, Beijing and Yunnan, and now I am in Taiwan and just started to take tea class!! It is very exciting to learn about the variety of tea, that we don't imagine back to Europe. I want to say I love your video! It gives a very good and informative overview of tea! 謝謝！

[@elainemallory4392]

I love all varieties concerning teas the audio and learning their benefits give essential using these jasmine I really like to try.

[@lauralaura396]

Thank you for the amazing video. I didn't think I was going to watch such a long video, but when I discovered how calmly and clearly you explained it, I had to watch it all. It was super informative. I knew that teas were basically from the same plant but that the processing was different, but thanks to you I now have a way better understanding of how these processes are different. I had never heard of Yellow tea before. I didn't know how Jasmine tea was made. I bought Jamine tea with flowers in it before and it just didn't taste good. I love the jasmine dragon pearls, just the smell you get from them when you open the bag or box is already so heavenly. But they're definitely not cheap, when I buy them I only drink them occasionally as a treat to myself. Now that I know how labor intensive it is, I'm more okay with spending a bit more money on some good Jasmine tea. After seeing your explanation, I finally get why I never liked Pu'er tea before, I'm not a super fan of earthy tastes. That being said, I don't think I've ever had a higher-grade Pu'er tea, i think I mainly had the supermarket bought teabag Pu'er tea. So if I ever come across a better quality Pu'er tea, I'll give it another try.

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So informative! I've always considered myself a tea lover and appreciater but I just learned so much more.

[@altareggo]

MANY thanks for this!!! You explain things so very clearly, and i learned a TON!!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise with us.

[@psycho-analyticgamer7452]

Hands down one of the most educational videos about tea. Very impressive! I've learned a lot. Thank you

[@artyemsie]

Great video mate! Explains everything I always wanted to know about tea!

[@julyprncssleo]

That was very educational. I didn't realize that tea had such science behind it. I am not a tea drinker, but this made me appreciate the leaves more.

[@jacb4866]

That was so informative. I finally understand the basic differences. I find your presentations a pleasure to watch. thanks

[@MeiLeaf]

Thank you for watching and we are happy that you have a clearer understanding of the types of tea. Watch our other videos to build more knowledge if you want to become a tea connoisseur!

[@sevgilim1321]

THIS is an excellent vide; plain and simple way to explain the world of tea. Excellent advise! Thank you for sharing!

[@DG-mv6zw]

Another really informative and practical guide - like all your other videos are. Definitely the go-to resource for all things tea. Seriously, you really need to get a book deal. I'd certainly buy it. Thanks again.

[@christos8348]

Thank you for taking your time and sharing such important facts about tea.

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Extremely informative and easy to understand. Thank you so much!

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Excellent video for everyone new on teas!! Bravo!!!

[@TheFootballPlaya]

i've learned so much from this channel! thank you!

[@TheFifa1988]

Finally the blank spaces are fulfilled in my head. Amazing explanation ❤ Huge thank you

[@Roughdraft214]

Thanks for making these great videos! I look forward to trying your teas.

[@alessandragorlier1205]

This video is very informative and clear! Thank you!

[@paulphelps7809]

Thank you for a wonderful presentation; you've explained well the tea varieties.

[@CarlosHernandez-ko4eo]

Fresh-tasting, 23-year-old tea.

[@empiricwisdom7902]

ahahahah I did laugh out loud.

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😂😂

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Kind like wine.

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To a Resurrection plant, 23 years might seem like a couple days!

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[@maxshyt]

This is the single piece of video that demystified everything for me.

[@boppinmule2779]

Wonderful explanation, thanks a lot for taking the time!!

[@sophien5416]

I love your tea lessons! You are the best.

[@thevagabondsageinthewoods]

Very informative and enlightening. Thank you.

[@lesteryaytrippy7282]

I still go back to this just for the fundamentals. I might get my relatives some of it around September or Christmas and of course Chinese New Year.

[@jamesback8024]

Thank you this answered so many questions.

[@chubbyhandgirl]

wow!! the lecturer is very dedicated and informative

[@winstonsayon9]

Thank you so much. It was so informative and comprehensive.

[@dinamaksimova9359]

Really informative. Enjoyed every minute. Thank you so much.

[@annatara4792]

A great video, very well explained & very informative. Pleasure to watch and discover the variety of teas. Super useful info about the scented teas also. Thanks for sharing!

[@nataliata.tasha.ondruskova]

Thanx! Your explanation is just perfect for a teabagger like me.

[@redflare100]

Very informative. Thank you!

[@MeiLeaf]

redflare100 you're welcome!

[@paulharris5168]

As a novice tea drinker, this video was tremendously helpful.

[@adamfry3937]

Useful information. Thank you.

[@brydon10]

I'm getting quite an education from your videos. Thanks for all this great information.

[@nannakurzhaar]

such a nice video, so much information, I really love it! I could listening for hours 🙂

[@serenewolf6267]

Love how much information is in your videos. Thank you. Do you have a video on rooibos tea?

[@january570]

Thank you so much for explaining the types of tea so well with what you like about them. I found it really helpful!!! Next time I see my American friends drinking from Lepton tea bags and call themselves green tea enthusiast they surely be getting a link of this!!

[@BadButNotSad]

I really like these older videos. This is real quality

[@linawang1735]

so professional :) wouderful ! Thank you very much

[@pit88kg]

Very informative! Thanks for posting that.

[@MeiLeaf]

+Piotr Pietras Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@TheHonestScribbler]

Brilliant presentation! Highly informative.

[@suemg1878]

Oh my god I love all these tea videos, I'm obsessed with tea!

[@SaraLevins]

Me toooo. OBSESSED

[@nashvillerealestaterocksta4333]

Great informative vid. Tea is wonderful! We've been blending our own 'house blend Russian Caravan tea for a few decades now in Australia and now in Nashville Tennessee USA it's winning lots of admirers. Thanks for making this vid.

[@horohorosrin]

Dragon pearls are honestly one of my top favorite teas. Soooooooo good

[@RitikaSaykar]

Love your channel! super fun and informative x

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Thank u for teaching me how to know the difference between the teas

[@w40jck]

@meileaf - Thank you so much for the informational video! I LOVE the way you marked the minutes in the description!!!!!

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this was an amazing video. I actually wanted more. 24 mins flew by.

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Fantastic presentation style and super informative video. Loving all your videos. Thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@chrisorchard4041]

Excellent presentation very clear - having just come back from Yunnan - felt inspired and drinking my Sheng Pu Erh - bought there. Thanks

[@feisme08]

Thank you for the informative sharing on tea!

[@derkamarad8431]

Thank you very much! I learened a lot about tea nature, which nobody taught me so far!

[@ROSEISDAHLTROYEGREEN]

so clear..we will never again give to for granted

[@mililalwani]

Very informative..just loved it.

[@loreleiletslivetogether3767]

I sure did learn a great deal, thank you so very much.

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So much knowledge. Thanks for sharing

[@angelaem205]

By watching this I realised that a single cup of tea holds miracles. This was very informative, compact tea leaves wisdom. I am so happy right now my grandmother and my mother taught me to drink and love tea! Thank you for an info-packed tea video!🙏🙏🙏👍🍵🍵🍵💝

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Interesting and informative. Thank you.

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Great video! Thanks for all that info.

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OMG, you really blow my mind with this lecture! I learn so much with your videos! Regards from Chile! :D

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I don't normally post comments but I found this video very informative!

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you are so well spoken

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Thank u so much for this video, crazy knowledge for free ❤

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very impressive information, as a tea lover i find this excellent!!!

[@MegaOfficeHours]

Very educational. Excellent introduction to the world of tea. Thanks

[@madraschap]

Engaging and informative narrative from a connoisseur!

[@wilrausure6901]

Thoroughly enjoyed this. Very knowledgeable. I have saved this and will be watching it several times.

[@MeiLeaf]

+Wilrausure Great, happy that you found it interesting.

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I have just found your channel and I am so happy that I found it.

[@Hoodooray]

I could sit and listen to Don Mei all day...i may have to make a trip to Camden

[@wrentube]

That was impressively informative.

[@TheDove99]

You are well knowledge on all your tea is very interesting thank you so much

[@bigfat6strings]

that was just great. loved it

[@jaspersmommy1347]

Never heard of yellow tea. I have all of the others as well as some scented/flavored teas. Just placed an order from my favorite purveyor.

[@enpappa]

Very informative. Well explained.

[@dannypalma8159]

Thanks for your video and all the information. I'm new to drinking tea, about a year, and i just recently starting branching out from Earl Grey and English Breakfast Tea. I will definitely explore all the other teas.

[@ms.5779]

Just subbed. Great video. Thank for the tea education!!!