Chaqi (茶气), literally means “tea energy,” and is a frequently used word by Chinese tea people. This important characteristic of good tea goes beyond other characteristics such as taste, smell and shape. But what is Chaqi?
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To recreate the Chaqi I experienced on my first day in Myanmar, I visited many tea shops and tea houses, which disappointed me. When I say “tea shop,” I am referring to a shop that sells tea leaves. When I say “tea house,” I am…
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When I was planning to visit Sri Lanka, many friends asked me to bring back some black tea for them. In the end, I changed my plans, deciding instead to visit Myanmar. When my friends heard of my change of plans…
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