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Faces of Taiwanese Tea: Liu Chung-Sen
Liu Chung-sen, 82, is a national treasure at Chyuan-Yi Tea Studio in Lugu. For 67 years, he has mastered manual charcoal roasting with longan wood. His "slow fire" process, often exceeding 500 hours for aged teas, creates a smooth "water-soft" texture and profound "throat rhyme. A pioneer in exports to Russia, Liu’s legacy continues through the 2025 Grand Champion victory of his successor, Liu Ru-chuan.
May 187 min read


Faces of Taiwanese Tea: Chang Nai-Miao
Traditional Taiwanese tea culture is synonymous with Muzha Tieguanyin. And the story of Tieguanyin (鐵觀音) tea in Taiwan is centered on the life and work of Chang Nai-Miao (張迺妙), a tea master who lived from 1875 to 1955. He was born in the Daqijiao (大崎腳) area of Xindian (新店) during the late Qing Dynasty. His family originally came from Anxi (安溪) in Fujian, a region famous for producing tea. Chang lost his biological father at a young age and was raised by a stepfather who was a
May 128 min read


Braggers, E-Noses and Luxury: A Comprehensive Analysis of Oriental Beauty Tea
Oriental Beauty tea remains a quintessential example of how traditional knowledge can be refined through modern science and rigorous craftsmanship into a world-class luxury product. The transformation of a potential pest infestation into a source of exquisite flavor is a testament to the ingenuity of the Hakka tea farmers and the resilience of the Camellia sinensis plant.
Jan 1812 min read


How a Tiny Leafhopper Creates Some of the World’s Most Exquisite Teas
When you think about the most exquisite teas in the world, what comes to mind? Ancient mountain farms, skilled hands plucking tender...
Feb 3, 20255 min read
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