Types of Tea
9 guides
Caffeine in Tea: How Much Is in Each Type
Plain-language caffeine ranges for white, green, oolong, black, pu-erh, and matcha, plus what actually drives the numbers in your cup.
July 1, 2026
Green Tea: Types, Flavors, and How to Brew Each One
A practical guide to green tea varieties—Japanese and Chinese—with flavor notes, brew temps, and tips for avoiding bitterness.
June 26, 2026
Herbal Tea vs. Real Tea: What Actually Counts as Tea
Is herbal tea real tea? Learn the difference between true teas from Camellia sinensis and herbal tisanes, including caffeine levels and brewing tips.
June 26, 2026
The Six Types of Tea, All From One Plant
White, green, yellow, oolong, black, and pu-erh all come from Camellia sinensis. Learn how processing and oxidation create six completely different cups.
June 25, 2026
Darjeeling Tea: First Flush, Second Flush, and What They Mean
Learn what first and second flush Darjeeling teas actually are, how they taste different, and how to brew each one correctly at home.
June 23, 2026
Pu-erh Tea: Sheng vs. Shou and How to Drink It
Learn what pu-erh tea is, the real difference between sheng and shou, and how to brew both styles at home with the right water, temperature, and ratios.
June 21, 2026
White Tea: The Lightest, Least-Processed Tea
Discover white tea types, from Silver Needle to Shou Mei, plus exact brewing temperatures and what the science says about antioxidants.
June 14, 2026
Oolong Tea: The Whole Spectrum Between Green and Black
From floral jade oolongs to roasted rock teas, explore oolong tea types, flavors, and how to brew oolong at home.
June 10, 2026
Black Tea Explained: Regions, Styles, and How to Brew It
A practical guide to black tea: major growing regions, flavor profiles, classic blends, and exactly how to brew a great cup.
June 5, 2026