Boba’s Rise in Des Moines: Where to Sip the Trendy Brew
Here’s what you need to know: Bubble tea isn’t just a trend—it’s a cultural phenomenon that’s taken root in Des Moines, where its chewy pearls, sweet...
Kinrin Matcha: A Taste of Pure Japanese Tradition
Real talk: If you’ve ever wondered what makes a matcha truly exceptional, Marukyu Koayamaen’s Kinrin might be your revelation. This isn’t just another green...
The Art of Crafting Your Own Legacy Tea
There’s something brewing in the world of tea that’s turning heads—legacy tea, the practice of blending your own custom mix to age into something uniquely...
Crimson Lotus Tea’s Altered State: A Raw Puer in Its Prime
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a raw puerh ages just past its peak freshness, Crimson Lotus Tea’s 2021 Altered State offers a masterclass in...
The Roasted Raw Puer That Blurs the Line Between Sheng and Yancha
Real talk: This Suzuca roasted raw puer isn’t just a tea—it’s a conversation between two worlds. The first steep unfurls a delicate balance of sheng...
The Tea Tournament Reveals What Makes Puer Shine
The verdict is in: side-by-side tastings are a double-edged sword. While they offer clarity in comparing teas, they often miss the nuance of a full session.
Fire Garden’s Raw Puerh: A Yiwu Revelation
The verdict is in: This raw puerh is a revelation. Nestled in Zhangjiawan’s fertile soil, the 2025 "Fire Garden" raw puerh defies expectations with its bold...
The Must-Visit Tea Shops in Japan
Pour yourself a cup for this one: Japan’s tea shops are more than just places to sip—they’re cultural landmarks where tradition meets innovation. If you’re...
Green Tea Has Lost Its Soul—Here’s Why
Let’s talk about the quiet crisis in green tea. This year, I poured through mountains of leaves—Bi Luo Chun, Shucheng Xiao Lan Hua, Anji Bai Cha, Longjing,...
The Mystery of the Pungent Tea Scent
Consider this your morning briefing: A tea that smells like yeba mate but stronger has left a brewer scratching their head. The tea in question—labeled “Red...