Tea Journeys Blog

Tea pickers harvesting young leaves in a Fujian tea field
White Tea: Eight Facts About This Elegant & Refined Tea
White tea is one of the most elegant and least processed teas in the world. Here are eight facts that will deepen your appreciation for this refined, delicate brew. Read more...
A dragon illustration representing the Black Dragon origin story of oolong tea
Oolong Tea - The In-Between Tea
Oolong tea is one of the most diverse and fascinating tea categories — partially oxidized, sitting beautifully between green and black tea. Discover the legends, flavor profiles, and varieties that... Read more...
Loose-leaf green tea leaves with a tea field in the background
Green Tea - The Original Tea
Green tea is made from the same Camellia sinensis plant as black tea, but its defining characteristic is that it undergoes no oxidation. From China's pan-fired Dragonwell to Japan's steamed,... Read more...
Loose leaf black tea leaves spread on a light surface, showing the texture and color of oxidized tea
What Makes Black Tea Black? A Deep Dive into Flavor, Process, and Origin
Black tea is the world's most popular tea, yet few people understand what actually makes it "black" — or why teas from China, India, and Sri Lanka taste so dramatically... Read more...
Fresh Camellia sinensis tea leaves growing in a tea garden
Tea Types Explained: Black, Green, Oolong, White & More
Learn how black, green, white, oolong, and pu-erh teas are all made from one plant — Camellia sinensis. Explore varieties, terroir, processing methods, and flavoring techniques. Read more...