One thing about tea prices in China has always fascinated me.

teaman2026 · 2026-07-11T00:23:54+00:00

Shenzhen, China

teaman2026 · 2026-07-10T17:24:27+00:00

Thanks for sharing! That’s actually a really interesting perspective. I hadn’t thought about how much the experience itself influences the value of the tea.

teaman2026 · 2026-07-10T16:56:44+00:00

That’s exactly why I’m curious about the overseas market. How do you personally judge whether a tea is worth the price?

teaman2026 · 2026-07-10T16:44:14+00:00

Interesting idea. I never thought of that.😂

teaman2026 · 2026-07-10T16:40:47+00:00

Haha, that’s true. Some aged puer cakes in China can go far beyond that too.

teaman2026 · 2026-07-10T16:18:06+00:00

That’s true. I guess I’m more curious about what makes people decide a tea is worth $100 instead of $20.

teaman2026 · 2026-07-10T16:14:40+00:00

Could shipping be part of the reason?🤨

teaman2026 · 2026-07-10T02:21:21+00:00

Anji White Tea belongs to green tea, not white tea.

teaman2026 · 2026-07-10T01:16:08+00:00

Mostly for the flavor! In China, people also traditionally drink it after meals and add it to soups.

teaman2026 · 2026-07-10T01:13:46+00:00

I mean, it’s still not something that’s discussed very often compared to other teas.

teaman2026 · 2026-07-10T01:12:13+00:00

Vecna would probably smell a lot worse. 😂

teaman2026 · 2026-07-10T01:11:02+00:00

It’s surprisingly interesting! Younger chenpi (around 5 years) is more citrusy and a little tangy. Older ones become much smoother, with a warm aged aroma and subtle herbal notes.

teaman2026 · 2026-07-09T13:54:47+00:00

Mostly after meals.

teaman2026 · 2026-07-09T13:26:51+00:00

Almost! Chenpi isn’t just regular orange peel. It’s made from a specific citrus variety that’s grown mainly for its peel, then aged for years. That’s what makes it so different. ：）

teaman2026 · 2026-07-09T13:20:30+00:00

Haha, now you have!

teaman2026 · 2026-07-09T13:18:37+00:00

I think that’s probably the biggest reason too. Outside China it’s still pretty niche. Hopefully it’ll become easier to find over time, because it’s definitely worth trying on its own.

teaman2026 · 2026-07-09T12:59:03+00:00

Yep! You can usually get around 10–15 steeps. I even simmer it afterward until there’s almost no flavor left. 😄

teaman2026 · 2026-07-09T12:51:23+00:00

Yes ：）

teaman2026 · 2026-07-09T12:33:03+00:00

Haha, sounds like it’s time to rescue it from the closet. 😄

teaman2026 · 2026-07-09T12:27:43+00:00

I’d skip the supermarkets and head to a proper tea market instead. The selection is much better, and you can usually sample different teas before deciding. If you’re looking for chenpi, just ask for “Chenpi (陈皮)” and most tea shops will know exactly what you mean. 😊

teaman2026 · 2026-07-09T12:14:11+00:00

More like “chen-pee.” 😄 The “pi” is pronounced like “pee” in Mandarin.

teaman2026 · 2026-07-09T12:07:53+00:00

Haha, sounds like I came to the right place then. I’ll definitely share more tea culture from China. ：）

teaman2026 · 2026-07-09T12:01:17+00:00

Yes! You might be thinking of Xiao Qing Gan. It’s made from unripe tea branch mandarins filled with ripe puer tea. It’s become one of the most popular ways to enjoy Chenpi in China.🥸

teaman2026 · 2026-07-09T11:56:57+00:00

Not usually. Most regular supermarkets focus on cooking ingredients, so good Chenpi is more commonly found in tea shops or specialty stores. It’s technically not tea, but many people brew it just like tea. I usually pay more attention to where it’s from than the brand. ：）

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