2020 hasn’t been the most pleasing year for most of us. Due to circumstances beyond our control, some of you may have been spending more time at home and trying your best to keep your physical and mental health in check. Brewing a cup of tea to start or end your day may be a good start in keeping yourself feeling light and well-balanced during these odd times. But which one’s your best pick?

Chinese teas are known for their soothing taste and antioxidant properties that are loaded with health benefits. Famous in Chinese market, most of the Chinese tea you might be aware of usually comes from the Camellia sinensis tree. However, the tea oxidation process gives birth to varied colors of tea, each packed with unique flavors that can help calm your senses. 

Oxidation refers to the process where the tea leaves are exposed to air and heat through pan-frying or steaming. The higher the degree of oxidation, the darker the color, the more potent it tastes. Find the perfect fit for your taste buds so you can greet the mornings and end your evenings with a relaxed body and mind:

Green tea is considered to be the healthiest and most popular tea to drink given its mild taste and natural health benefits like improved digestion and sleep. Prince of Peace’s Jasmine Green Tea mixes jasmine petals with carefully dried green tea leaves for a flowery tasting tea blend that not only tastes good, but also smells and feels good to drink.

White Tea undergoes the least amount of processing among its other counterparts. The young leaves and tender buds of the camellia sinensis plant undergo a unique Zhenghe-style processing where they are oxidized briefly to bring out a rich aroma, full body, and lightly colored tea. The difference lies in its hint of sweet fruitiness coupled with a mild peony aroma that can help reduce fatigue after a long day. If you want to take a break from your usual herbal tasting tea, this is the right pick for you. 

Oolong tea is a semi-fermented tea that can be categorized between green and black tea. Commonly produced from the Wuyi District of Fujiyan, China, it has a slightly richer, and woody flavor compared to green tea and the fragrant aroma of black tea. As would any Chinese tea, Oolong tea is believed to aid in reducing inflammation, and the risk of cancer, obesity, and diabetes. 

If you’re looking for a drink to nudge you awake without feeling nerve-wracking palpitations, black tea is a great substitute for your usual cup of joe. Known as the more potent tea variant compared to Oolong, Green, and White Tea, its full oxidation process gives it a richer, full-bodied malt flavor that's best perking up your spirits and calming your discomforts, like indigestion and nausea. If you’re from the West, you might be most familiar with the taste of Black Tea as it is commonly served in your local Asian restaurant. To counter its slightly bitter taste, you can serve this drink with a spritz of lime or a dash of honey.

I highly recommend this high quality Chinese tea, you can order at our online Chinese grocery store. This is also available in our Asian market at Karman Foods along with other authentic Asian products.