Introduction to our China Tea Shop

Below is an overview of some of the Chinese teas for which we provide a worldwide delivery service and free gift wrapping. Our Tea Shop is based in Kunming, China and we ship our fine teas direct to you from here. Our goal is to provide you with a good selection of quality teas. Many of our teas are used by the Tea House and for tea ceremony. In addition to tea leaves some of our tea is also available as tea bags. With a tea bag you are still getting a quality cup of tea that is a little more convenient when you are in a hurry. The taste of tea is dependant not only on the tea but also on how you make tea. In our store you will find information on how to brew tea and also on tea storage. In the near future we will be adding tea accessories such as tea pots, tea cups and tea sets so remember to visit us again soon to check these out. Whether you want Chinese tea for your special tea party or as tea gifts we are sure to have something to suit.

Wu Long Tea (Oolong Tea)
Oolong Tea, which is also known as wulong tea, is partially fermented resulting in a black-green tea. Our wu long tea is vacuum packed to seal in the freshness and we recommend that you store it in your refrigerator after opening. It has a pleasant flavour with a slightly sweet aftertaste. If you are looking for a tea gift then buy oolong tea online from our China Tea Shop.

Organic Tea
If you are wanting to buy tea online you will find a range of quality tea here to suit your needs. organic tea includes organic green tea, organic herbal teas and organic oolong tea. Whether you want to buy organic tea or some other organic tea this department has plenty to offer.

Chinese Green Tea
The tea undergoes very little processing and no fermentation. It is the most well known of all Chinese teas. The benefit of green tea is covered in this section and includes weight loss. We offer both Chinese slimming tea and weight loss tea in this department. The taste varies depending on which part of the tea leaf is used. We offer organic tea which, in addition to being organic, provides the other tea health benefits.

Pu erh Tea
Pu erh tea is a specialty of the Yunnan province of China. For most teas the fresher the tea the better but for Pu erh tea older is considered better because this type of tea improves with age – a bit like a good red wine. Puer tea as either cooked, which is dark in colour, or un-cooked which is lighter in colour. This tea is made as puerh cakes which are usually in the shape of a disk but can be in other shapes such as tea brick. Also available as single serve tea block. The un-cooked pu erh tea has a bitter tea taste while the cooked pu erh has a smooth taste with a slightly sweet after-taste. This tea makes an excellent Weight Loss Tea and the other health benefits of pu erh tea are described in the listings. If you want good quality pu erh tea then buy tea online from China Tea Shop.

Chinese Black Tea
Black tea is tea that is fully fermented during the production process and it is this that gives it the dark colour. English tea is a form of black tea and has been popular in Western countries for over 100 years. If you are looking to buy tea online we have some of the finest quality to offer. Whether you are looking for loose black tea or a good quality black tea bag you will find it here. We will also tell you about the Health benefits of black tea in this section. One of the health benefits is that it will help you stay awake.

Chinese Flower Tea
We offer different varieties of flower tea including Hibiscus tea and Chrysanthemum tea. The Rose bud tea and Osmanthus tea are also popular. The benefits of tea are covered in this department. Chamomile tea is a good body cleanser and Jasmine flower tea is known for its excellent flavour. If you are looking to buy tea online check out the range we have to offer.

White Tea
White Tea comes from the Camellia Sinensis plant. The leaves are picked and harvested before the leaves open fully and when the buds are still covered by fine white hair. The tea flavour is best described as light and sweet. If you are drinking tea for your health you should consider the tea health benefits. Studies have shown that the white tea Antioxidants are better for fighting cancer than those of green tea. Other white tea benefits include the fact that it has less caffeine than other varieties. When you buy white tea online from our China Tea Shop the quality is guaranteed.