Care & Wellbeing
Storing tea, cleaning ware, and tea and your health.
Articles in Care & Wellbeing
How Much Caffeine Is in Tea? By Type and How You Brew
How much caffeine is really in your tea? See typical ranges by tea type, and how water temperature, steep time and tea bags change the number.
How to Clean and Care for Your Tea Ware
Simple habits keep your gaiwan, teapot, and cups tasting clean. Learn what to do after every session and how to care for clay pots.
Chinese Herbal 'Teas' That Aren't Tea (But Belong in Your Cup)
Chrysanthemum, goji, and jujube are tisanes enjoyed across China. Learn what they are, how they taste, and how to brew them.
How to Store Tea So It Stays Fresh
Tea degrades from light, air, heat, and moisture. Learn the four enemies of tea and the simple way to keep any tea fresh.
What to Drink by Season: A Chinese Approach to Tea
Many Chinese tea drinkers shift teas with the seasons. Learn the simple logic behind spring greens, summer whites, autumn oolongs, and winter pu-erh.
Does Tea Have Caffeine? A Practical Guide
Tea contains caffeine, but less and gentler than coffee. Learn how much is in each tea type and how to reduce it if you are sensitive.