Tea Expedition: Harvesting Ancient Flavors in China

The video explores the ancient tradition of tea-making in southwest China, focusing on the authentic process of harvesting and processing tea leaves from ancient trees. Shenan Tang, owner of Tea Drunk in New York, shares her journey to preserve this art. The video highlights the meticulous steps involved in tea production, from hand-picking leaves to sorting them, emphasizing the cultural significance and joy derived from authentic tea.

What is the initial step to experience tea in its most traditional form?

• Visit a tea house in New York City

• Attend a tea-tasting event

• Travel to the remote tea mountains of southwest China

• Purchase mass-produced tea

What makes the teas at Tea Drunk unique compared to others?

• They are mass-produced

• They are flavored with artificial ingredients

• They are historic and represent a pinnacle of tea culture

• They are grown in urban areas

Why are the best tea trees located in hard-to-reach places?

• They require a lot of sunlight

• They need to be on very steep slopes

• They are protected by local laws

• They are planted by local farmers

What is the purpose of spreading out the tea leaves after picking?

• To enhance the flavor

• To make them easier to transport

• To dry them quickly

• To kill the enzymes and stop fermentation

How long does the sorting process of the tea usually take?

• A few days

• A year

• Several weeks

• Several months