Green tea:
Green tea is a kind of tea that has not been fermented, so it is light in color and fragrant in taste. Its processing method is to steam and bake fresh tea at high temperature, immediately knead it, squeeze out water, and then directly dry it. There are many varieties of green tea, such as Longjing, Maojian and Biluochun. Green tea contains a lot of tea polyphenols, which is good for health.
Black tea:
Black tea is tea made after complete fermentation. It tastes stronger than green tea, and has a unique aroma and sweetness. Its processing method is that fresh tea leaves are made by kneading, fermenting, drying and other processes. There are many varieties of black tea, such as Qimen black tea and Dianhong. Black tea contains catechins and caffeine, which has a refreshing effect.
Oolong tea:
Oolong tea is a semi-fermented tea between green tea and black tea. Its taste is between green tea and black tea, and it has floral fragrance. Its processing method is made up of several steps such as rolling, composting, fermentation and drying. There are many varieties of oolong tea, such as Tieguanyin and Dahongpao. Oolong tea contains many beneficial substances such as tea polyphenols and theanine.
White tea:
White tea is a fermented tea that has not been kneaded and evaporated. Elegant color, soft taste and unique floral fragrance. Its processing method is to directly dry fresh tea leaves. There are many varieties of white tea, such as Bai Hao Silver Needle and Shoumei. White tea is rich in polyphenols and amino acids, which can enhance the antioxidant capacity of human body.
Black tea:
Black tea is also a kind of fermented tea, but the fermentation process is relatively long, and it usually takes several years or even decades to mature. It has a strong taste and a unique old fragrance. The processing method of black tea is to make fresh tea by rolling, composting, drying and blending. There are many varieties of black tea, such as Pu 'er tea and Anhua black tea. Black tea contains high-grade tea polyphenols and a large number of lipid-lowering and antihypertensive substances produced by microorganisms, which have the effects of harmonizing stomach, losing weight and beautifying face.
To sum up, different tea varieties have different characteristics and functions, and people can choose different kinds according to their own tastes and needs. Meanwhile, tea is also an important culture and tradition. People can learn and experience the cultural traditions of China by drinking tea.