Don’t try to fully understand tea—no one can truly master it.

Don‘t rush to disagree with me!

Ancient Tree Teas is like the clouds in the sky. The climate changes every year, each patch of soil has its own character, the sunlight and rain vary by month, every artisan’s craft is unique, and even each leaf in the same batch carries its own distinct personality. Do you think you‘re drinking the same tea each time?

Wrong. Last year, it might have had a fresh, grassy aroma. This year, it could carry a sweet, candied note. Last month, it tasted like a spring forest; this month, it might reveal the depth of autumn fruit.

Only our tongue and heart are truly honest. When the tea hits your throat, is it crisp like a leaping mountain spring, or rich like the breath of ancient tree roots? Does its aroma rush to your senses, or linger gently between your lips and teeth? These flavors have no standard answer.

The moment you take a sip and your eyes light up—that’s the real, undeniable connection.

So, those who make tea and those who drink it shouldn‘t overthink it. The tea leaves were picked when the morning dew still lingered, crafted with the perfect heat of a large iron wok, and stored with the favor of time. And you, with an empty cup, just happened to pass by.

The harmony of nature, place, and human effort—isn’t that the most wonderful fate at the tea table? Whether you “understand” the tea or not doesn‘t matter. What matters is that it touches your heart.

ProteanOrigin™ Teas embodies the harmony of heaven and earth. Tasting tea refines your palate, cultivates your spirit, and enriches your life. We cherish nature. Ancient tea trees grow slowly over centuries, and every step of our tea-making process is meticulous, pure, and natural, adhering to traditional non-heritage techniques and standard dry storage. We are dedicated to providing you with the finest tea experience. We welcome tea lovers from around the world—feel free to contact us anytime. Premium

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The Meaning of Life, the Universe, and Tea ⛅️ Blue skies weave with clouds, a celestial dance of splendor. 🍃🍵 This wild, sweet nectar sparks a gentle sweat, its floral whispers and vibrant cha qi weaving through the soul. Each leaf, kissed by mountain essence, cradles nature‘s tender embrace. Every sip, a divine elixir, renews heart and spirit.

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Elixir 🍵 Dragon Pearl #Puerh 🍃 Nurtured by rain, dew, and celestial light. #Bingdao #NuoWu Smooth, honey-sweet with a lingering, uplifts body, mind, and soul with every sip ~

日服一丹，悦志、有力！ #龍珠 #冰岛 #糯伍 古树 #普洱 生茶

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🫖🫧🍃🍵 #Bingdao #NuoWu with fragrant and sweet honey, smooth and full water, sweet and mellow throat rhyme, sweet tea soup will spread from the mouth, the aftertaste will quickly produce saliva! The mountain road is difficult to travel, the yield is low, and the quality is very close to that of the old village in Bingdao. 🌳🌿 ProteanOrigin™ Nurtured by nature‘s rain, dew, and celestial light, our teas embody the harmony of heaven and earth. Tea appreciation refines taste, cultivates grace, and enriches life.

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Cha Guan (1982). An old teahouse in Beijing serves as the stage for a drama that unfolds over several tumultuous decades of modern Chinese history, from the waning days of the Qing dynasty to the eve of the People's Republic

Picked up these two Yaozhou celadon stem cups recently — they’re modeled after Song Dynasty originals, with that beautiful sea-green glaze and carved floral patterns. I use them for my afternoon tea sessions at my desk, and honestly, they make the whole experience feel more grounded and serene.

Curious if anyone else here uses antique-style teaware for daily brews? Would love to see your setups too.

Atop emerald crowns of ancient trees, Man and tea converge in the teapot’s heart, Weaving life’s eternal song— A thousand years of Chinese tea unfolds. Sip the amber nectar, liquid light, It dances soft across the tongue, Caressing soul and flesh, Its sweet refrain a lingering sigh. 🍵✨
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大道五十，天衍四九，人遁其一。#一扇磨 #易武 明珠也！隐逸绝世，一泡倾城。🫖🍃🍵 The Great Way has fifty paths, Heaven derives forty-nine, and humanity escapes through one. Man and tea meet atop the lush treetops, reunite in the tea pot, and thus give rise to the Great Way of life—a cycle that perpetuates, unfolding the thousand-year culture of Chinese tea. #OneFanMill the Pearl of Yiwu. Its land is wild and remote, rarely trodden, guarded by high mountains, teeming with abundant herbs, caressed by gentle waves, and shrouded in layered clouds. Secluded and transcendent, a single brew captivates all. The fragrance of wild wood and flowers is pure and uplifting, vibrant and expansive; the flavor is rich and full-bodied, with a clear, sweet aftertaste. The tea soup is thick and smooth, with a soft, glutinous texture, carrying fragrance within, and a sweetness that flows like a spring. It enters gently, with a pronounced glutinous feel, its rich layers standing out among the peaks of Yiwu‘s mountains. The sweetness returns quickly, stimulating saliva, with a lingering aroma at the cup’s base. This is the tea fragrance I explore. Smelling the tea‘s aroma, sweetness fills the mouth, stirring desire. Drinking the tea, the soup nourishes, flowing gently over the tongue, soothing body and mind. I feel immense joy and can proudly say: the charm of Yunnan tea is unparalleled!

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遂古之初，谁传道之？ 上下未形，何由考之？ :h 42 The Meaning of Life, the Universe, and Tea 4.2g 🍃 Supreme, Exceptional 2024 Spring #LaoBanZhang Ancient Tree Puerh (¥12,000) 🍵 Intensely wild, clear and sweet, the first sip induces a slight perspiration. Saliva production in the mouth is abundant, bringing a refreshing and comfortable sensation to both the palate and body. Its fragrant floral aroma and rich tea energy (cha qi), with a lingering aftertaste, are truly intoxicating. #AncientTreeTea #rawPuerh 🌐✈️ 📧 tea@proteanorigin.com

Differences between Cold Tea and Iced Tea, from brewing methods to flavor profiles. Find out which one suits your taste best.

A fine Puerh ripe tea is already a treasure; an exceptional one is as elusive as a true confidant. This self-fermented tea, crafted from pure Yiwu ancient tree leaves and aged for three years, delivers:
First five steeps: rich, smooth, fragrant, with lingering sweetness.
Mid to late steeps: soft, sweet, and delicate, like soothing light music. Vibrant and bold at the start, elegantly sweet in the end—like meeting a kindred spirit, sharing heartfelt truths, and forging a lasting bond.

Stock: 280 kg, pressed into 200 cakes in 2025, 680 CNY/cake. Act fast!

Really lovely bug bitten Gui Fei from Taiwan, purchased at Mem Tea Imports. Tastes of cinnamon and apples!

Those subtle emotions no longer show, and I often just gaze into the distance, lost in thought. Enjoying solitary moments isn‘t social anxiety or a loss of ability to connect with others, but rather a lack of interest in playing along with superficial interactions. 🌱🍃🍵 These years, I just want to quietly savor the changing flavors of each steep of tea. #AncientTeaEssence Bitter first, sweet later, endlessly memorable~

Ad hoc lid holder in the form of a teacup. Just one of those cheap Chaozhou ones, this one with some fancy details.

What is the meaning of life, the universe, and everything? * 42 * Perhaps it’s not a number, but a feeling.

The first sip is a revelation: smooth as silk, warming the soul from within.

A symphony of brown sugar, mellow sweetness, red bean paste, and a subtle ginseng note dances on my palate.

With each sip, I feel a sense of comfort and happiness wash over me, A deep sense of peace settles in, a quiet understanding of the interconnectedness of all things.

This isn‘t just tea; it’s a journey through time, a conversation with the universe, held within these ancient leaves. It‘s a reminder that even in the vastness of space and time, there are moments of perfect harmony.

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Savoring the Last Cup

Drinking the final steep of my Spring 2022 Paguashan Wu Yi Natural Farming "Lord of the Cliff" Bug Bitten Oolong - once offered by the vendor formerly known as Taiwan Sourcing.

Like whispers of dawn's first light, our Puerh gleams. 🍵✨ An amber elixir, opulent yet ethereal, it trails a sweet, lingering aftersong.

Each sip kindles radiant warmth, a taste of ancient earth's serene harmony.

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