// Questions file created by MCBuilder © Mike Capstick // It is a javascript file of data // questions=new Array(); questions[1]='Agony of the leaves is~An expression describing the relaxation of curled leaves during steeping.~Tea brewed and served chilled~A term describing teas that contain a high percentage of fannings.~Black tea scented with bergamot, defined above.~A type of brick tea using pu erh tea pressed into a bowl-shaped brick.~A~1~1~ Agony of the leaves is An expression describing the relaxation of curled leaves during steeping.
Earl Grey is Black tea scented with bergamot, defined above.
Fibrous is A term describing teas that contain a high percentage of fannings.
Iced Tea is Tea brewed and served chilled
Tuocha is A type of brick tea using pu erh tea pressed into a bowl-shaped brick.
'; questions[2]='Anhui is~A major black tea producing region of China.~An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.~A term describing large leaf cut tea.~The smallest grade of tea, often used in tea bags because it creates a quick infusion.~Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.~A~1~1~ Anhui is A major black tea producing region of China.
Bold is A term describing large leaf cut tea.
CTC is An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.
Dust is The smallest grade of tea, often used in tea bags because it creates a quick infusion.
Keemun is Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.
'; questions[3]='Aroma is~The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.~A term describing full-bodied tea that does not need to be blended.~An expression describing the relaxation of curled leaves during steeping.~Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas~Romanized spelling of the Chinese and Japanese characters for tea.~A~1~1~ Agony of the leaves is An expression describing the relaxation of curled leaves during steeping.
Aroma is The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.
Cha is Romanized spelling of the Chinese and Japanese characters for tea.
Formosa is Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas
Self-drinking is A term describing full-bodied tea that does not need to be blended.
'; questions[4]='Assam is~A type of tea grown in the state of Assam, India, known for its strong, deep red brewed color.~A Chinese black tea that is fired over a pinewood fire for a characteristically smoky aroma and flavor.~A term describing teas that lack astringency.~A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.~A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.~A~1~1~ Assam is A type of tea grown in the state of Assam, India, known for its strong, deep red brewed color.
Flat is A term describing teas that lack astringency.
Lapsang souchong is A Chinese black tea that is fired over a pinewood fire for a characteristically smoky aroma and flavor.
Smoky is A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.
Stalk is A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.
'; questions[5]='Astringent is~A term describing the dry taste in the mouth left by teas high in unoxidized polyphenols.~Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.~A term describing a tea that is very astringent; also a Lipton trademark.~A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.~A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation~A~1~1~ Astringent is A term describing the dry taste in the mouth left by teas high in unoxidized polyphenols.
Bright is A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.
Brisk is A term describing a tea that is very astringent; also a Lipton trademark.
Chai is Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.
Tat is A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation
'; questions[6]='Autumnal is~A term describing tea harvested late in the growing season.~The essential oil of the bergamot orange, which is mixed with black tea to give Earl Grey tea its characteristic flavor.~The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.~A term describing bitter teas.~Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.~A~1~1~ Autumnal is A term describing tea harvested late in the growing season.
Bergamot is The essential oil of the bergamot orange, which is mixed with black tea to give Earl Grey tea its characteristic flavor.
Harsh is A term describing bitter teas.
Keemun is Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.
Withering is The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.
'; questions[7]='Bakey is~A term describing overfired teas~The smallest grade of tea, often used in tea bags because it creates a quick infusion.~The essential oil of the bergamot orange, which is mixed with black tea to give Earl Grey tea its characteristic flavor.~The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.~A term describing pungent tea, often positively associated with Assam teas.~A~1~1~ Aroma is The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.
Bakey is A term describing overfired teas
Bergamot is The essential oil of the bergamot orange, which is mixed with black tea to give Earl Grey tea its characteristic flavor.
Dust is The smallest grade of tea, often used in tea bags because it creates a quick infusion.
Hard is A term describing pungent tea, often positively associated with Assam teas.
'; questions[8]='Bergamot is~The essential oil of the bergamot orange, which is mixed with black tea to give Earl Grey tea its characteristic flavor.~A Japanese term meaning pearl dew, referring to green tea produced from shaded plants.~A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.~A type of black tea that has been microbiologically fermented, associated with the Yunnan province of China.~A type of very light green tea; the term refers to the white hairs on the picked tea bud.~A~1~1~ Bergamot is The essential oil of the bergamot orange, which is mixed with black tea to give Earl Grey tea its characteristic flavor.
Gyokuro is A Japanese term meaning pearl dew, referring to green tea produced from shaded plants.
Orthodox is A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.
Pu erh is A type of black tea that has been microbiologically fermented, associated with the Yunnan province of China.
White is A type of very light green tea; the term refers to the white hairs on the picked tea bud.
'; questions[9]='Billy is~An Australian term describing a tin pot used for boiling tea over an open fire.~A type of brick tea using pu erh tea pressed into a bowl-shaped brick.~A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.~Green tea with toasted rice.~A term describing the sheen of the tea leaf.~A~1~1~ Billy is An Australian term describing a tin pot used for boiling tea over an open fire.
Bloom is A term describing the sheen of the tea leaf.
Genmaicha is Green tea with toasted rice.
Smoky is A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.
Tuocha is A type of brick tea using pu erh tea pressed into a bowl-shaped brick.
'; questions[10]='Biscuity is~A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.~Black Pouchong tea scented with jasmine flowers.~Leaf particles that have been sifted out of high quality teas.~A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.~The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.~A~1~1~ Biscuity is A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.
Fannings is Leaf particles that have been sifted out of high quality teas.
Firing is The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.
Jasmine is Black Pouchong tea scented with jasmine flowers.
Orthodox is A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.
'; questions[11]='Black tea is~Green tea leaves that have been oxidized, or fermented, imparting a characteristic reddish brew. The most common type of tea worldwide.~A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.~A general term for Chinese black tea, derived from gongfu, defined below.~A term describing a dull, brownish infusion~An amino acid unique to tea.~A~1~1~ Black tea is Green tea leaves that have been oxidized, or fermented, imparting a characteristic reddish brew. The most common type of tea worldwide.
Congou is A general term for Chinese black tea, derived from gongfu, defined below.
Malty is A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.
Muddy is A term describing a dull, brownish infusion
Theanine is An amino acid unique to tea.
'; questions[12]='Blend is~A combination of different types of teas for flavor consistency from season to season.~The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.~Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.~A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.~A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.~A~1~1~ Blend is A combination of different types of teas for flavor consistency from season to season.
Broken is A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.
Flush is The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.
Keemun is Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.
Stalk is A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.
'; questions[13]='Bloom is~A term describing the sheen of the tea leaf.~A Chinese term meaning performed with care; describes a style of brewing that involves many repeated short infusions in a small pot.~The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.~A term describing the sense of fullness that the brewed tea imparts.~Pronounced ee-hsing, a region in China known for its purple clay, and the unglazed teapots produced from it.~A~1~1~ Bloom is A term describing the sheen of the tea leaf.
Body is A term describing the sense of fullness that the brewed tea imparts.
Firing is The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.
Gong fu is A Chinese term meaning performed with care; describes a style of brewing that involves many repeated short infusions in a small pot.
Yixing is Pronounced ee-hsing, a region in China known for its purple clay, and the unglazed teapots produced from it.
'; questions[14]='Body is~A term describing the sense of fullness that the brewed tea imparts.~The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.~A term describing teas that contain a high percentage of fannings.~A grade of curled Chinese tea.~A term describing the part of the tea plant that is typically harvested, that is, the top two leaves and the bud. See also Flush.~A~1~1~ Body is A term describing the sense of fullness that the brewed tea imparts.
Chunmee is A grade of curled Chinese tea.
Fibrous is A term describing teas that contain a high percentage of fannings.
Two and a bud is A term describing the part of the tea plant that is typically harvested, that is, the top two leaves and the bud. See also Flush.
Withering is The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.
'; questions[15]='Bold is~A term describing large leaf cut tea.~The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.~A term describing a full, deep-colored infusion without astringency.~An expression describing the relaxation of curled leaves during steeping.~A synonym for caffeine.~A~1~1~ Agony of the leaves is An expression describing the relaxation of curled leaves during steeping.
Bold is A term describing large leaf cut tea.
Firing is The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.
Heavy is A term describing a full, deep-colored infusion without astringency.
Theine is A synonym for caffeine.
'; questions[16]='Brassy is~A term describing an unpleasant acidic taste, associated with improper withering of the tea leaves.~A type of black tea that has been microbiologically fermented, associated with the Yunnan province of China.~Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas~Astringent compounds found in tea.~A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.~A~1~1~ Brassy is A term describing an unpleasant acidic taste, associated with improper withering of the tea leaves.
Broken is A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.
Formosa is Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas
Polyphenols is Astringent compounds found in tea.
Pu erh is A type of black tea that has been microbiologically fermented, associated with the Yunnan province of China.
'; questions[17]='Break is~An auction term describing a tea lot for sale, usually at least 18 chests.~A term describing highly astringent tea.~A term describing aged, mellow teas, as with some Keemun teas.~Leaf particles that have been sifted out of high quality teas.~An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.~A~1~1~ Break is An auction term describing a tea lot for sale, usually at least 18 chests.
CTC is An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.
Fannings is Leaf particles that have been sifted out of high quality teas.
Pungent is A term describing highly astringent tea.
Winey is A term describing aged, mellow teas, as with some Keemun teas.
'; questions[18]='Brick tea is~Tea leaves that have been steamed and compressed into bricks; the bricks are then shaved and brewed with butter and salt and served as a soup.~A term describing pungent tea, often positively associated with Assam teas.~A term describing a dull, brownish infusion~A term describing a tea that is very astringent; also a Lipton trademark.~A term describing high quality teas differentiated by the white or golden tips of the leaves.~A~1~1~ Brick tea is Tea leaves that have been steamed and compressed into bricks; the bricks are then shaved and brewed with butter and salt and served as a soup.
Brisk is A term describing a tea that is very astringent; also a Lipton trademark.
Hard is A term describing pungent tea, often positively associated with Assam teas.
Muddy is A term describing a dull, brownish infusion
Tippy is A term describing high quality teas differentiated by the white or golden tips of the leaves.
'; questions[19]='Bright is~A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.~The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.~Tea leaves that have been steamed and compressed into bricks; the bricks are then shaved and brewed with butter and salt and served as a soup.~A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.~A term describing the dry taste of some teas.~A~1~1~ Brick tea is Tea leaves that have been steamed and compressed into bricks; the bricks are then shaved and brewed with butter and salt and served as a soup.
Bright is A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.
Catechins is A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.
Metallic is A term describing the dry taste of some teas.
Withering is The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.
'; questions[20]='Brisk is~A term describing a tea that is very astringent; also a Lipton trademark.~A term describing bitter tea.~A general term for Chinese black tea, derived from gongfu, defined below.~Orange-red potyphenols unique to fermented black teas, and a compound formed from catechins.~A term describing bitter teas.~A~1~1~ Brisk is A term describing a tea that is very astringent; also a Lipton trademark.
Congou is A general term for Chinese black tea, derived from gongfu, defined below.
Harsh is A term describing bitter teas.
Raw is A term describing bitter tea.
Theaflavins is Orange-red potyphenols unique to fermented black teas, and a compound formed from catechins.
'; questions[21]='Broken is~A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.~Green tea that has been rolled into pellets, which unfurl in hot water to brew.~A term describing the orange-colored tips on high quality tea leaves.~A term describing tea that produces a weak infusion.~A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.~A~1~1~ Broken is A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.
Coppery is A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.
Golden is A term describing the orange-colored tips on high quality tea leaves.
Gunpowder is Green tea that has been rolled into pellets, which unfurl in hot water to brew.
Light is A term describing tea that produces a weak infusion.
'; questions[22]='Caffeine is~A stimulating compound found in tea.~Green tea with toasted rice.~A synonym for aroma, defined above.~A term describing pungent tea, often positively associated with Assam teas.~The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.~A~1~1~ Caffeine is A stimulating compound found in tea.
Flush is The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.
Genmaicha is Green tea with toasted rice.
Hard is A term describing pungent tea, often positively associated with Assam teas.
Nose is A synonym for aroma, defined above.
'; questions[23]='Cambric tea is~A weak tea infusion with large proportions of milk and sugar.~A term describing a dull, brownish infusion~A term describing bitter teas.~Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas~Another term describing smoky teas, defined above.~A~1~1~ Cambric tea is A weak tea infusion with large proportions of milk and sugar.
Formosa is Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas
Harsh is A term describing bitter teas.
Muddy is A term describing a dull, brownish infusion
Tarry is Another term describing smoky teas, defined above.
'; questions[24]='Catechins is~A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.~A type of brick tea using pu erh tea pressed into a bowl-shaped brick.~A Chinese term meaning performed with care; describes a style of brewing that involves many repeated short infusions in a small pot.~The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.~A term describing teas that contain a high percentage of fannings.~A~1~1~ Catechins is A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.
Fibrous is A term describing teas that contain a high percentage of fannings.
Firing is The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.
Gong fu is A Chinese term meaning performed with care; describes a style of brewing that involves many repeated short infusions in a small pot.
Tuocha is A type of brick tea using pu erh tea pressed into a bowl-shaped brick.
'; questions[25]='Ceylon is~Teas from Sri Lanka.~A synonym for aroma, defined above.~A term describing aged, mellow teas, as with some Keemun teas.~Romanized spelling of the Chinese and Japanese characters for tea.~A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.~A~1~1~ Ceylon is Teas from Sri Lanka.
Cha is Romanized spelling of the Chinese and Japanese characters for tea.
Nose is A synonym for aroma, defined above.
Winey is A term describing aged, mellow teas, as with some Keemun teas.
Woody is A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.
'; questions[26]='Cha is~Romanized spelling of the Chinese and Japanese characters for tea.~An amino acid unique to tea.~A term describing full-bodied tea that does not need to be blended.~A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.~A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.~A~1~1~ Biscuity is A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.
Catechins is A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.
Cha is Romanized spelling of the Chinese and Japanese characters for tea.
Self-drinking is A term describing full-bodied tea that does not need to be blended.
Theanine is An amino acid unique to tea.
'; questions[27]='Chai is~Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.~A term describing large leaf cut tea.~A term describing high quality CTC teas.~A term describing overfired teas~A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.~A~1~1~ Bakey is A term describing overfired teas
Bold is A term describing large leaf cut tea.
Chai is Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.
Grainy is A term describing high quality CTC teas.
Smoky is A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.
'; questions[28]='Chest is~A traditional container for shipping tea from the plantation typically made of wood with an aluminum lining.~The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.~A term describing bitter teas.~Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.~Astringent compounds found in tea.~A~1~1~ Chai is Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.
Chest is A traditional container for shipping tea from the plantation typically made of wood with an aluminum lining.
Harsh is A term describing bitter teas.
Plucking is The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.
Polyphenols is Astringent compounds found in tea.
'; questions[29]='Chesty is~A term describing tea that has taken on the undesirable smell or taste of the wooden chest in which it was shipped.~Unfermented, dried tea, traditionally found primarily in China and Japan, but becoming increasing popular in the West due to purported health benefits.~A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.~A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.~A type of very light green tea; the term refers to the white hairs on the picked tea bud.~A~1~1~ Biscuity is A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.
Chesty is A term describing tea that has taken on the undesirable smell or taste of the wooden chest in which it was shipped.
Green is Unfermented, dried tea, traditionally found primarily in China and Japan, but becoming increasing popular in the West due to purported health benefits.
White is A type of very light green tea; the term refers to the white hairs on the picked tea bud.
Woody is A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.
'; questions[30]='Chunmee is~A grade of curled Chinese tea.~A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.~A term describing aged, mellow teas, as with some Keemun teas.~A term describing that has been fired in a wok.~A term describing a tea that is very astringent; also a Lipton trademark.~A~1~1~ Brisk is A term describing a tea that is very astringent; also a Lipton trademark.
Catechins is A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.
Chunmee is A grade of curled Chinese tea.
Pan-fired is A term describing that has been fired in a wok.
Winey is A term describing aged, mellow teas, as with some Keemun teas.
'; questions[31]='Congou is~A general term for Chinese black tea, derived from gongfu, defined below.~A grade of curled Chinese tea.~A Chinese black tea that is fired over a pinewood fire for a characteristically smoky aroma and flavor.~Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.~A grade of large, whole leaf tea; does not describe flavor.~A~1~1~ Chai is Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.
Chunmee is A grade of curled Chinese tea.
Congou is A general term for Chinese black tea, derived from gongfu, defined below.
Lapsang souchong is A Chinese black tea that is fired over a pinewood fire for a characteristically smoky aroma and flavor.
Orange pekoe is A grade of large, whole leaf tea; does not describe flavor.
'; questions[32]='Coppery is~A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.~The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.~A term describing under fermented tea.~A term describing that has been fired in a wok.~An Australian term describing a tin pot used for boiling tea over an open fire.~A~1~1~ Billy is An Australian term describing a tin pot used for boiling tea over an open fire.
Coppery is A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.
Firing is The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.
Pan-fired is A term describing that has been fired in a wok.
Soft is A term describing under fermented tea.
'; questions[33]='CTC is~An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.~Leaf particles that have been sifted out of high quality teas.~A term describing a tea that is very astringent; also a Lipton trademark.~An auction term describing a tea lot for sale, usually at least 18 chests.~A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.~A~1~1~ Break is An auction term describing a tea lot for sale, usually at least 18 chests.
Brisk is A term describing a tea that is very astringent; also a Lipton trademark.
CTC is An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.
Fannings is Leaf particles that have been sifted out of high quality teas.
Orthodox is A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.
'; questions[34]='Darjeeling is~Tea grown in the Darjeeling region of India, near the Himalayas. Darjeeling teas are usually highly astringent.~Tea leaves that have been steamed and compressed into bricks; the bricks are then shaved and brewed with butter and salt and served as a soup.~Romanized spelling of the Chinese and Japanese characters for tea.~A term describing the part of the tea plant that is typically harvested, that is, the top two leaves and the bud. See also Flush.~A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.~A~1~1~ Brick tea is Tea leaves that have been steamed and compressed into bricks; the bricks are then shaved and brewed with butter and salt and served as a soup.
Cha is Romanized spelling of the Chinese and Japanese characters for tea.
Darjeeling is Tea grown in the Darjeeling region of India, near the Himalayas. Darjeeling teas are usually highly astringent.
Two and a bud is A term describing the part of the tea plant that is typically harvested, that is, the top two leaves and the bud. See also Flush.
Woody is A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.
'; questions[35]='Dhool is~A term describing the coppery, fermenting tea leaf.~A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.~Green tea leaves that have been oxidized, or fermented, imparting a characteristic reddish brew. The most common type of tea worldwide.~A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.~A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.~A~1~1~ Black tea is Green tea leaves that have been oxidized, or fermented, imparting a characteristic reddish brew. The most common type of tea worldwide.
Bright is A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.
Broken is A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.
Dhool is A term describing the coppery, fermenting tea leaf.
Orthodox is A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.
'; questions[36]='Dust is~The smallest grade of tea, often used in tea bags because it creates a quick infusion.~Teas from Sri Lanka.~A term describing full-bodied tea that does not need to be blended.~A term describing a strong, vibrant tea infusion.~A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.~A~1~1~ Biscuity is A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.
Ceylon is Teas from Sri Lanka.
Dust is The smallest grade of tea, often used in tea bags because it creates a quick infusion.
Full is A term describing a strong, vibrant tea infusion.
Self-drinking is A term describing full-bodied tea that does not need to be blended.
'; questions[37]='Earl Grey is~Black tea scented with bergamot, defined above.~A Japanese term meaning pearl dew, referring to green tea produced from shaded plants.~A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation~A weak tea infusion with large proportions of milk and sugar.~A grade of small, whole leaf tea, from the Chinese term baihao, which refers to the white hairs of the new buds on the tea plant.~A~1~1~ Cambric tea is A weak tea infusion with large proportions of milk and sugar.
Earl Grey is Black tea scented with bergamot, defined above.
Gyokuro is A Japanese term meaning pearl dew, referring to green tea produced from shaded plants.
Pekoe is A grade of small, whole leaf tea, from the Chinese term baihao, which refers to the white hairs of the new buds on the tea plant.
Tat is A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation
'; questions[38]='Fannings is~Leaf particles that have been sifted out of high quality teas.~A term describing highly astringent tea.~An amino acid unique to tea.~The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.~Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.~A~1~1~ Aroma is The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.
Fannings is Leaf particles that have been sifted out of high quality teas.
Keemun is Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.
Pungent is A term describing highly astringent tea.
Theanine is An amino acid unique to tea.
'; questions[39]='Fermentation is~The process of oxidizing green tea leaves to make black and oolong teas.~Another term describing smoky teas, defined above.~A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.~The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.~A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation~A~1~1~ Biscuity is A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.
Fermentation is The process of oxidizing green tea leaves to make black and oolong teas.
Flush is The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.
Tarry is Another term describing smoky teas, defined above.
Tat is A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation
'; questions[40]='Fibrous is~A term describing teas that contain a high percentage of fannings.~The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.~A term describing the dry taste in the mouth left by teas high in unoxidized polyphenols.~An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.~Orange-red potyphenols unique to fermented black teas, and a compound formed from catechins.~A~1~1~ Aroma is The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.
Astringent is A term describing the dry taste in the mouth left by teas high in unoxidized polyphenols.
CTC is An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.
Fibrous is A term describing teas that contain a high percentage of fannings.
Theaflavins is Orange-red potyphenols unique to fermented black teas, and a compound formed from catechins.
'; questions[41]='Firing is~The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.~A Chinese black tea that is fired over a pinewood fire for a characteristically smoky aroma and flavor.~A term describing aged, mellow teas, as with some Keemun teas.~A term describing highly astringent tea.~A type of very light green tea; the term refers to the white hairs on the picked tea bud.~A~1~1~ Firing is The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.
Lapsang souchong is A Chinese black tea that is fired over a pinewood fire for a characteristically smoky aroma and flavor.
Pungent is A term describing highly astringent tea.
White is A type of very light green tea; the term refers to the white hairs on the picked tea bud.
Winey is A term describing aged, mellow teas, as with some Keemun teas.
'; questions[42]='Flat is~A term describing teas that lack astringency.~The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.~The process of oxidizing green tea leaves to make black and oolong teas.~A Chinese term meaning flourishing spring associated with green teas, and a brand of tea popular in the eighteenth century.~Romanized spelling of the Chinese and Japanese characters for tea.~A~1~1~ Cha is Romanized spelling of the Chinese and Japanese characters for tea.
Fermentation is The process of oxidizing green tea leaves to make black and oolong teas.
Flat is A term describing teas that lack astringency.
Hyson is A Chinese term meaning flourishing spring associated with green teas, and a brand of tea popular in the eighteenth century.
Plucking is The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.
'; questions[43]='Flowery is~A grading term that indicates leaves with light-colored tips.~A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.~A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.~Large leaf teas harvested from the third and fourth leaf of the tea plant.~A Japanese term meaning pearl dew, referring to green tea produced from shaded plants.~A~1~1~ Flowery is A grading term that indicates leaves with light-colored tips.
Gyokuro is A Japanese term meaning pearl dew, referring to green tea produced from shaded plants.
Malty is A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.
Orthodox is A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.
Souchong is Large leaf teas harvested from the third and fourth leaf of the tea plant.
'; questions[44]='Flush is~The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.~A term describing full-bodied tea that does not need to be blended.~An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.~A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.~A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.~A~1~1~ CTC is An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.
Flush is The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.
Oolong is A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.
Self-drinking is A term describing full-bodied tea that does not need to be blended.
Stalk is A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.
'; questions[45]='Formosa is~Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas~The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.~A major black tea producing region of China.~A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.~A traditional container for shipping tea from the plantation typically made of wood with an aluminum lining.~A~1~1~ Anhui is A major black tea producing region of China.
Catechins is A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.
Chest is A traditional container for shipping tea from the plantation typically made of wood with an aluminum lining.
Formosa is Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas
Plucking is The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.
'; questions[46]='Full is~A term describing a strong, vibrant tea infusion.~A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.~Tea grown in the Darjeeling region of India, near the Himalayas. Darjeeling teas are usually highly astringent.~A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.~Meaning iron goddess of mercy, an especially dark and fragrant type of Oolong tea.~A~1~1~ Coppery is A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.
Darjeeling is Tea grown in the Darjeeling region of India, near the Himalayas. Darjeeling teas are usually highly astringent.
Full is A term describing a strong, vibrant tea infusion.
Malty is A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.
Ti kuan yin is Meaning iron goddess of mercy, an especially dark and fragrant type of Oolong tea.
'; questions[47]='Genmaicha is~Green tea with toasted rice.~Astringent compounds found in tea.~A term describing the sheen of the tea leaf.~The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.~Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas~A~1~1~ Bloom is A term describing the sheen of the tea leaf.
Formosa is Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas
Genmaicha is Green tea with toasted rice.
Plucking is The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.
Polyphenols is Astringent compounds found in tea.
'; questions[48]='Golden is~A term describing the orange-colored tips on high quality tea leaves.~Teas from Sri Lanka.~A term describing a dull, brownish infusion~A synonym for aroma, defined above.~A term describing the dry taste in the mouth left by teas high in unoxidized polyphenols.~A~1~1~ Astringent is A term describing the dry taste in the mouth left by teas high in unoxidized polyphenols.
Ceylon is Teas from Sri Lanka.
Golden is A term describing the orange-colored tips on high quality tea leaves.
Muddy is A term describing a dull, brownish infusion
Nose is A synonym for aroma, defined above.
'; questions[49]='Gong fu is~A Chinese term meaning performed with care; describes a style of brewing that involves many repeated short infusions in a small pot.~A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.~A term describing pungent tea, often positively associated with Assam teas.~A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.~Large leaf teas harvested from the third and fourth leaf of the tea plant.~A~1~1~ Gong fu is A Chinese term meaning performed with care; describes a style of brewing that involves many repeated short infusions in a small pot.
Hard is A term describing pungent tea, often positively associated with Assam teas.
Malty is A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.
Souchong is Large leaf teas harvested from the third and fourth leaf of the tea plant.
Stalk is A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.
'; questions[50]='Grainy is~A term describing high quality CTC teas.~A term describing the coppery, fermenting tea leaf.~Unfermented, dried tea, traditionally found primarily in China and Japan, but becoming increasing popular in the West due to purported health benefits.~Meaning iron goddess of mercy, an especially dark and fragrant type of Oolong tea.~A grading term that indicates leaves with light-colored tips.~A~1~1~ Dhool is A term describing the coppery, fermenting tea leaf.
Flowery is A grading term that indicates leaves with light-colored tips.
Grainy is A term describing high quality CTC teas.
Green is Unfermented, dried tea, traditionally found primarily in China and Japan, but becoming increasing popular in the West due to purported health benefits.
Ti kuan yin is Meaning iron goddess of mercy, an especially dark and fragrant type of Oolong tea.
'; questions[51]='Green is~Unfermented, dried tea, traditionally found primarily in China and Japan, but becoming increasing popular in the West due to purported health benefits.~A synonym for aroma, defined above.~A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.~A term describing aged, mellow teas, as with some Keemun teas.~A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.~A~1~1~ Broken is A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.
Green is Unfermented, dried tea, traditionally found primarily in China and Japan, but becoming increasing popular in the West due to purported health benefits.
Nose is A synonym for aroma, defined above.
Oolong is A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.
Winey is A term describing aged, mellow teas, as with some Keemun teas.
'; questions[52]='Gunpowder is~Green tea that has been rolled into pellets, which unfurl in hot water to brew.~A term describing tea that has taken on the undesirable smell or taste of the wooden chest in which it was shipped.~A term describing bitter tea.~The process of crushing the leaves to activate certain enzymes and initiate fermentation; also results in the curled appearance of the final tea leaf.~A term describing the part of the tea plant that is typically harvested, that is, the top two leaves and the bud. See also Flush.~A~1~1~ Chesty is A term describing tea that has taken on the undesirable smell or taste of the wooden chest in which it was shipped.
Gunpowder is Green tea that has been rolled into pellets, which unfurl in hot water to brew.
Raw is A term describing bitter tea.
Rolling is The process of crushing the leaves to activate certain enzymes and initiate fermentation; also results in the curled appearance of the final tea leaf.
Two and a bud is A term describing the part of the tea plant that is typically harvested, that is, the top two leaves and the bud. See also Flush.
'; questions[53]='Gyokuro is~A Japanese term meaning pearl dew, referring to green tea produced from shaded plants.~A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.~Tea leaves that have been steamed and compressed into bricks; the bricks are then shaved and brewed with butter and salt and served as a soup.~The smallest grade of tea, often used in tea bags because it creates a quick infusion.~A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation~A~1~1~ Brick tea is Tea leaves that have been steamed and compressed into bricks; the bricks are then shaved and brewed with butter and salt and served as a soup.
Dust is The smallest grade of tea, often used in tea bags because it creates a quick infusion.
Gyokuro is A Japanese term meaning pearl dew, referring to green tea produced from shaded plants.
Malty is A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.
Tat is A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation
'; questions[54]='Hard is~A term describing pungent tea, often positively associated with Assam teas.~A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.~A term describing bitter teas.~The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.~Black tea scented with bergamot, defined above.~A~1~1~ Earl Grey is Black tea scented with bergamot, defined above.
Firing is The process of rapidly heating the tea leaves, with hot air or in a wok, to stop fermentation and dry the leaves for a finished product.
Hard is A term describing pungent tea, often positively associated with Assam teas.
Harsh is A term describing bitter teas.
Smoky is A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.
'; questions[55]='Harsh is~A term describing bitter teas.~A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.~A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.~A term describing the orange-colored tips on high quality tea leaves.~A grade of curled Chinese tea.~A~1~1~ Chunmee is A grade of curled Chinese tea.
Golden is A term describing the orange-colored tips on high quality tea leaves.
Harsh is A term describing bitter teas.
Oolong is A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.
Smoky is A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.
'; questions[56]='Heavy is~A term describing a full, deep-colored infusion without astringency.~The process of oxidizing green tea leaves to make black and oolong teas.~An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.~A grading term that indicates leaves with light-colored tips.~Orange-red potyphenols unique to fermented black teas, and a compound formed from catechins.~A~1~1~ CTC is An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.
Fermentation is The process of oxidizing green tea leaves to make black and oolong teas.
Flowery is A grading term that indicates leaves with light-colored tips.
Heavy is A term describing a full, deep-colored infusion without astringency.
Theaflavins is Orange-red potyphenols unique to fermented black teas, and a compound formed from catechins.
'; questions[57]='Hyson is~A Chinese term meaning flourishing spring associated with green teas, and a brand of tea popular in the eighteenth century.~A term describing teas that lack astringency.~A term describing high quality teas differentiated by the white or golden tips of the leaves.~Tea grown in the Darjeeling region of India, near the Himalayas. Darjeeling teas are usually highly astringent.~A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.~A~1~1~ Broken is A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.
Darjeeling is Tea grown in the Darjeeling region of India, near the Himalayas. Darjeeling teas are usually highly astringent.
Flat is A term describing teas that lack astringency.
Hyson is A Chinese term meaning flourishing spring associated with green teas, and a brand of tea popular in the eighteenth century.
Tippy is A term describing high quality teas differentiated by the white or golden tips of the leaves.
'; questions[58]='Iced Tea is~Tea brewed and served chilled~A term describing a tea that is very astringent; also a Lipton trademark.~A term describing teas that lack astringency.~Pronounced ee-hsing, a region in China known for its purple clay, and the unglazed teapots produced from it.~A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation~A~1~1~ Brisk is A term describing a tea that is very astringent; also a Lipton trademark.
Flat is A term describing teas that lack astringency.
Iced Tea is Tea brewed and served chilled
Tat is A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation
Yixing is Pronounced ee-hsing, a region in China known for its purple clay, and the unglazed teapots produced from it.
'; questions[59]='Jasmine is~Black Pouchong tea scented with jasmine flowers.~A type of brick tea using pu erh tea pressed into a bowl-shaped brick.~The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.~A term describing tea harvested late in the growing season.~Tea grown in the Darjeeling region of India, near the Himalayas. Darjeeling teas are usually highly astringent.~A~1~1~ Autumnal is A term describing tea harvested late in the growing season.
Darjeeling is Tea grown in the Darjeeling region of India, near the Himalayas. Darjeeling teas are usually highly astringent.
Jasmine is Black Pouchong tea scented with jasmine flowers.
Tuocha is A type of brick tea using pu erh tea pressed into a bowl-shaped brick.
Withering is The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.
'; questions[60]='Keemun is~Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.~The process of crushing the leaves to activate certain enzymes and initiate fermentation; also results in the curled appearance of the final tea leaf.~A term describing the coppery, fermenting tea leaf.~A term describing the dry taste in the mouth left by teas high in unoxidized polyphenols.~A stimulating compound found in tea.~A~1~1~ Astringent is A term describing the dry taste in the mouth left by teas high in unoxidized polyphenols.
Caffeine is A stimulating compound found in tea.
Dhool is A term describing the coppery, fermenting tea leaf.
Keemun is Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.
Rolling is The process of crushing the leaves to activate certain enzymes and initiate fermentation; also results in the curled appearance of the final tea leaf.
'; questions[61]='Lapsang souchong is~A Chinese black tea that is fired over a pinewood fire for a characteristically smoky aroma and flavor.~A term describing a strong, vibrant tea infusion.~A term describing the sense of fullness that the brewed tea imparts.~A term describing under fermented tea.~Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.~A~1~1~ Body is A term describing the sense of fullness that the brewed tea imparts.
Full is A term describing a strong, vibrant tea infusion.
Keemun is Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.
Lapsang souchong is A Chinese black tea that is fired over a pinewood fire for a characteristically smoky aroma and flavor.
Soft is A term describing under fermented tea.
'; questions[62]='Light is~A term describing tea that produces a weak infusion.~A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.~A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.~A term describing teas that lack astringency.~The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.~A~1~1~ Catechins is A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.
Coppery is A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.
Flat is A term describing teas that lack astringency.
Flush is The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.
Light is A term describing tea that produces a weak infusion.
'; questions[63]='Malty is~A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.~Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.~The essential oil of the bergamot orange, which is mixed with black tea to give Earl Grey tea its characteristic flavor.~Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.~A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.~A~1~1~ Bergamot is The essential oil of the bergamot orange, which is mixed with black tea to give Earl Grey tea its characteristic flavor.
Chai is Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.
Keemun is Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.
Malty is A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.
Orthodox is A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.
'; questions[64]='Metallic is~A term describing the dry taste of some teas.~A term describing pungent tea, often positively associated with Assam teas.~A term describing the dry taste in the mouth left by teas high in unoxidized polyphenols.~A misleading term referring to tea polyphenols, which are different than the tannic acid polyphenols associated with other plants such as grapes.~An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.~A~1~1~ Astringent is A term describing the dry taste in the mouth left by teas high in unoxidized polyphenols.
CTC is An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.
Hard is A term describing pungent tea, often positively associated with Assam teas.
Metallic is A term describing the dry taste of some teas.
Tannin is A misleading term referring to tea polyphenols, which are different than the tannic acid polyphenols associated with other plants such as grapes.
'; questions[65]='Muddy is~A term describing a dull, brownish infusion~A term describing teas that lack astringency.~A general term for Chinese black tea, derived from gongfu, defined below.~A term describing a strong, vibrant tea infusion.~A stimulating compound found in tea.~A~1~1~ Caffeine is A stimulating compound found in tea.
Congou is A general term for Chinese black tea, derived from gongfu, defined below.
Flat is A term describing teas that lack astringency.
Full is A term describing a strong, vibrant tea infusion.
Muddy is A term describing a dull, brownish infusion
'; questions[66]='Nose is~A synonym for aroma, defined above.~A grade of small, whole leaf tea, from the Chinese term baihao, which refers to the white hairs of the new buds on the tea plant.~Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.~The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.~A term describing high quality CTC teas.~A~1~1~ Chai is Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.
Grainy is A term describing high quality CTC teas.
Nose is A synonym for aroma, defined above.
Pekoe is A grade of small, whole leaf tea, from the Chinese term baihao, which refers to the white hairs of the new buds on the tea plant.
Withering is The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.
'; questions[67]='Oolong is~A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.~A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.~A term describing tea harvested late in the growing season.~A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.~A term describing under fermented tea.~A~1~1~ Autumnal is A term describing tea harvested late in the growing season.
Bright is A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.
Oolong is A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.
Soft is A term describing under fermented tea.
Woody is A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.
'; questions[68]='Orange pekoe is~A grade of large, whole leaf tea; does not describe flavor.~A term describing tea that produces a weak infusion.~A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.~Green tea with toasted rice.~A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.~A~1~1~ Genmaicha is Green tea with toasted rice.
Light is A term describing tea that produces a weak infusion.
Oolong is A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.
Orange pekoe is A grade of large, whole leaf tea; does not describe flavor.
Woody is A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.
'; questions[69]='Orthodox is~A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.~An Australian term describing a tin pot used for boiling tea over an open fire.~A weak tea infusion with large proportions of milk and sugar.~A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.~The smallest grade of tea, often used in tea bags because it creates a quick infusion.~A~1~1~ Billy is An Australian term describing a tin pot used for boiling tea over an open fire.
Cambric tea is A weak tea infusion with large proportions of milk and sugar.
Dust is The smallest grade of tea, often used in tea bags because it creates a quick infusion.
Oolong is A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.
Orthodox is A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.
'; questions[70]='Pan-fired is~A term describing that has been fired in a wok.~A term describing high quality CTC teas.~A grade of small, whole leaf tea, from the Chinese term baihao, which refers to the white hairs of the new buds on the tea plant.~A term describing the orange-colored tips on high quality tea leaves.~A grade of curled Chinese tea.~A~1~1~ Chunmee is A grade of curled Chinese tea.
Golden is A term describing the orange-colored tips on high quality tea leaves.
Grainy is A term describing high quality CTC teas.
Pan-fired is A term describing that has been fired in a wok.
Pekoe is A grade of small, whole leaf tea, from the Chinese term baihao, which refers to the white hairs of the new buds on the tea plant.
'; questions[71]='Pekoe is~A grade of small, whole leaf tea, from the Chinese term baihao, which refers to the white hairs of the new buds on the tea plant.~The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.~A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.~The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.~Green tea with toasted rice.~A~1~1~ Aroma is The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.
Biscuity is A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.
Flush is The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.
Genmaicha is Green tea with toasted rice.
Pekoe is A grade of small, whole leaf tea, from the Chinese term baihao, which refers to the white hairs of the new buds on the tea plant.
'; questions[72]='Plain is~A term describing a dull, sour infusion.~A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.~A grade of large, whole leaf tea; does not describe flavor.~Tea brewed and served chilled~An amino acid unique to tea.~A~1~1~ Coppery is A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.
Iced Tea is Tea brewed and served chilled
Orange pekoe is A grade of large, whole leaf tea; does not describe flavor.
Plain is A term describing a dull, sour infusion.
Theanine is An amino acid unique to tea.
'; questions[73]='Plucking is~The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.~An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.~The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.~A term describing tea harvested late in the growing season.~A term describing a full, deep-colored infusion without astringency.~A~1~1~ Aroma is The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.
Autumnal is A term describing tea harvested late in the growing season.
CTC is An acronym for Crush, Tear, and Curl, a manufacturing process to create tea leaves that impart a stronger infusion.
Heavy is A term describing a full, deep-colored infusion without astringency.
Plucking is The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.
'; questions[74]='Polyphenols is~Astringent compounds found in tea.~The process of oxidizing green tea leaves to make black and oolong teas.~A grading term that indicates leaves with light-colored tips.~A synonym for caffeine.~Meaning iron goddess of mercy, an especially dark and fragrant type of Oolong tea.~A~1~1~ Fermentation is The process of oxidizing green tea leaves to make black and oolong teas.
Flowery is A grading term that indicates leaves with light-colored tips.
Polyphenols is Astringent compounds found in tea.
Theine is A synonym for caffeine.
Ti kuan yin is Meaning iron goddess of mercy, an especially dark and fragrant type of Oolong tea.
'; questions[75]='Pu erh is~A type of black tea that has been microbiologically fermented, associated with the Yunnan province of China.~The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.~Large leaf teas harvested from the third and fourth leaf of the tea plant.~A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.~A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.~A~1~1~ Bright is A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.
Coppery is A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.
Pu erh is A type of black tea that has been microbiologically fermented, associated with the Yunnan province of China.
Souchong is Large leaf teas harvested from the third and fourth leaf of the tea plant.
Withering is The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.
'; questions[76]='Pungent is~A term describing highly astringent tea.~A term describing overfired teas~A grading term that indicates leaves with light-colored tips.~Another term describing smoky teas, defined above.~Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.~A~1~1~ Bakey is A term describing overfired teas
Chai is Indian term for tea, often short for masala chai, or spiced tea, which is made from strong black tea combined with milk, sugar, and spices.
Flowery is A grading term that indicates leaves with light-colored tips.
Pungent is A term describing highly astringent tea.
Tarry is Another term describing smoky teas, defined above.
'; questions[77]='Raw is~A term describing bitter tea.~Black Pouchong tea scented with jasmine flowers.~Teas from Sri Lanka.~The essential oil of the bergamot orange, which is mixed with black tea to give Earl Grey tea its characteristic flavor.~A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.~A~1~1~ Bergamot is The essential oil of the bergamot orange, which is mixed with black tea to give Earl Grey tea its characteristic flavor.
Ceylon is Teas from Sri Lanka.
Jasmine is Black Pouchong tea scented with jasmine flowers.
Oolong is A lightly fermented style of tea, typically using larger leaf grades.
Raw is A term describing bitter tea.
'; questions[78]='Rolling is~The process of crushing the leaves to activate certain enzymes and initiate fermentation; also results in the curled appearance of the final tea leaf.~Green tea with toasted rice.~A traditional container for shipping tea from the plantation typically made of wood with an aluminum lining.~A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.~Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas~A~1~1~ Bright is A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.
Chest is A traditional container for shipping tea from the plantation typically made of wood with an aluminum lining.
Formosa is Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas
Genmaicha is Green tea with toasted rice.
Rolling is The process of crushing the leaves to activate certain enzymes and initiate fermentation; also results in the curled appearance of the final tea leaf.
'; questions[79]='Self-drinking is~A term describing full-bodied tea that does not need to be blended.~A term describing overfired teas~A term describing tea that produces a weak infusion.~A term describing teas that lack astringency.~A term describing the coppery, fermenting tea leaf.~A~1~1~ Bakey is A term describing overfired teas
Dhool is A term describing the coppery, fermenting tea leaf.
Flat is A term describing teas that lack astringency.
Light is A term describing tea that produces a weak infusion.
Self-drinking is A term describing full-bodied tea that does not need to be blended.
'; questions[80]='Smoky is~A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.~Orange-red potyphenols unique to fermented black teas, and a compound formed from catechins.~The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.~Unfermented, dried tea, traditionally found primarily in China and Japan, but becoming increasing popular in the West due to purported health benefits.~A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.~A~1~1~ Broken is A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.
Flush is The freshly-picked tea leaves, including the bud and the top two leaves of the tea plant.
Green is Unfermented, dried tea, traditionally found primarily in China and Japan, but becoming increasing popular in the West due to purported health benefits.
Smoky is A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.
Theaflavins is Orange-red potyphenols unique to fermented black teas, and a compound formed from catechins.
'; questions[81]='Soft is~A term describing under fermented tea.~A grade of large, whole leaf tea; does not describe flavor.~A term describing the orange-colored tips on high quality tea leaves.~A grade of small, whole leaf tea, from the Chinese term baihao, which refers to the white hairs of the new buds on the tea plant.~A term describing tea that produces a weak infusion.~A~1~1~ Golden is A term describing the orange-colored tips on high quality tea leaves.
Light is A term describing tea that produces a weak infusion.
Orange pekoe is A grade of large, whole leaf tea; does not describe flavor.
Pekoe is A grade of small, whole leaf tea, from the Chinese term baihao, which refers to the white hairs of the new buds on the tea plant.
Soft is A term describing under fermented tea.
'; questions[82]='Souchong is~Large leaf teas harvested from the third and fourth leaf of the tea plant.~Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.~A synonym for caffeine.~A term describing bitter teas.~A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.~A~1~1~ Coppery is A term describing a reddish infusion, associated with black teas of high quality.
Harsh is A term describing bitter teas.
Keemun is Black tea from central China, typically hand-rolled and fired.
Souchong is Large leaf teas harvested from the third and fourth leaf of the tea plant.
Theine is A synonym for caffeine.
'; questions[83]='Stalk is~A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.~A term describing the dry taste in the mouth left by teas high in unoxidized polyphenols.~A general term for Chinese black tea, derived from gongfu, defined below.~The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.~The process of crushing the leaves to activate certain enzymes and initiate fermentation; also results in the curled appearance of the final tea leaf.~A~1~1~ Astringent is A term describing the dry taste in the mouth left by teas high in unoxidized polyphenols.
Congou is A general term for Chinese black tea, derived from gongfu, defined below.
Plucking is The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.
Rolling is The process of crushing the leaves to activate certain enzymes and initiate fermentation; also results in the curled appearance of the final tea leaf.
Stalk is A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.
'; questions[84]='Tannin is~A misleading term referring to tea polyphenols, which are different than the tannic acid polyphenols associated with other plants such as grapes.~A term describing tea that has taken on the undesirable smell or taste of the wooden chest in which it was shipped.~A major black tea producing region of China.~A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation~A term describing tea that produces a weak infusion.~A~1~1~ Anhui is A major black tea producing region of China.
Chesty is A term describing tea that has taken on the undesirable smell or taste of the wooden chest in which it was shipped.
Light is A term describing tea that produces a weak infusion.
Tannin is A misleading term referring to tea polyphenols, which are different than the tannic acid polyphenols associated with other plants such as grapes.
Tat is A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation
'; questions[85]='Tarry is~Another term describing smoky teas, defined above.~Tea leaves that have been steamed and compressed into bricks; the bricks are then shaved and brewed with butter and salt and served as a soup.~Unfermented, dried tea, traditionally found primarily in China and Japan, but becoming increasing popular in the West due to purported health benefits.~A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.~A type of very light green tea; the term refers to the white hairs on the picked tea bud.~A~1~1~ Biscuity is A term describing tea that has been well fired, often associated with Assam teas.
Brick tea is Tea leaves that have been steamed and compressed into bricks; the bricks are then shaved and brewed with butter and salt and served as a soup.
Green is Unfermented, dried tea, traditionally found primarily in China and Japan, but becoming increasing popular in the West due to purported health benefits.
Tarry is Another term describing smoky teas, defined above.
White is A type of very light green tea; the term refers to the white hairs on the picked tea bud.
'; questions[86]='Tat is~A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation~A term describing a full, deep-colored infusion without astringency.~A combination of different types of teas for flavor consistency from season to season.~An expression describing the relaxation of curled leaves during steeping.~A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.~A~1~1~ Agony of the leaves is An expression describing the relaxation of curled leaves during steeping.
Blend is A combination of different types of teas for flavor consistency from season to season.
Heavy is A term describing a full, deep-colored infusion without astringency.
Orthodox is A processing method that imitates the larger leaf styles of hand-produced teas.
Tat is A wire mesh or burlap apparatus used to lay the leaves out for withering and fermentation
'; questions[87]='Theaflavins is~Orange-red potyphenols unique to fermented black teas, and a compound formed from catechins.~A term describing the sense of fullness that the brewed tea imparts.~A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.~A term describing bitter tea.~A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.~A~1~1~ Body is A term describing the sense of fullness that the brewed tea imparts.
Broken is A term describing tea leaves that have been processed through a cutter, reducing leaf size.
Raw is A term describing bitter tea.
Smoky is A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.
Theaflavins is Orange-red potyphenols unique to fermented black teas, and a compound formed from catechins.
'; questions[88]='Theanine is~An amino acid unique to tea.~A type of tea grown in the state of Assam, India, known for its strong, deep red brewed color.~A stimulating compound found in tea.~Green tea leaves that have been oxidized, or fermented, imparting a characteristic reddish brew. The most common type of tea worldwide.~A term describing bitter tea.~A~1~1~ Assam is A type of tea grown in the state of Assam, India, known for its strong, deep red brewed color.
Black tea is Green tea leaves that have been oxidized, or fermented, imparting a characteristic reddish brew. The most common type of tea worldwide.
Caffeine is A stimulating compound found in tea.
Raw is A term describing bitter tea.
Theanine is An amino acid unique to tea.
'; questions[89]='Theine is~A synonym for caffeine.~A term describing the dry taste of some teas.~Tea grown in the Darjeeling region of India, near the Himalayas. Darjeeling teas are usually highly astringent.~Romanized spelling of the Chinese and Japanese characters for tea.~Another term describing smoky teas, defined above.~A~1~1~ Cha is Romanized spelling of the Chinese and Japanese characters for tea.
Darjeeling is Tea grown in the Darjeeling region of India, near the Himalayas. Darjeeling teas are usually highly astringent.
Metallic is A term describing the dry taste of some teas.
Tarry is Another term describing smoky teas, defined above.
Theine is A synonym for caffeine.
'; questions[90]='Ti kuan yin is~Meaning iron goddess of mercy, an especially dark and fragrant type of Oolong tea.~A traditional container for shipping tea from the plantation typically made of wood with an aluminum lining.~A synonym for caffeine.~Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas~Unfermented, dried tea, traditionally found primarily in China and Japan, but becoming increasing popular in the West due to purported health benefits.~A~1~1~ Chest is A traditional container for shipping tea from the plantation typically made of wood with an aluminum lining.
Formosa is Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas
Green is Unfermented, dried tea, traditionally found primarily in China and Japan, but becoming increasing popular in the West due to purported health benefits.
Theine is A synonym for caffeine.
Ti kuan yin is Meaning iron goddess of mercy, an especially dark and fragrant type of Oolong tea.
'; questions[91]='Tippy is~A term describing high quality teas differentiated by the white or golden tips of the leaves.~Teas from Sri Lanka.~A term describing large leaf cut tea.~Pronounced ee-hsing, a region in China known for its purple clay, and the unglazed teapots produced from it.~Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas~A~1~1~ Bold is A term describing large leaf cut tea.
Ceylon is Teas from Sri Lanka.
Formosa is Tea produced in Taiwan; primarily Oolong teas
Tippy is A term describing high quality teas differentiated by the white or golden tips of the leaves.
Yixing is Pronounced ee-hsing, a region in China known for its purple clay, and the unglazed teapots produced from it.
'; questions[92]='Tisane is~Herbal tea, that is teas produced from the leaves of plants other than the tea plant.~A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.~A grade of small, whole leaf tea, from the Chinese term baihao, which refers to the white hairs of the new buds on the tea plant.~A traditional container for shipping tea from the plantation typically made of wood with an aluminum lining.~The essential oil of the bergamot orange, which is mixed with black tea to give Earl Grey tea its characteristic flavor.~A~1~1~ Bergamot is The essential oil of the bergamot orange, which is mixed with black tea to give Earl Grey tea its characteristic flavor.
Chest is A traditional container for shipping tea from the plantation typically made of wood with an aluminum lining.
Pekoe is A grade of small, whole leaf tea, from the Chinese term baihao, which refers to the white hairs of the new buds on the tea plant.
Tisane is Herbal tea, that is teas produced from the leaves of plants other than the tea plant.
Woody is A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.
'; questions[93]='Tuocha is~A type of brick tea using pu erh tea pressed into a bowl-shaped brick.~A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.~A term describing high quality CTC teas.~A term describing the sense of fullness that the brewed tea imparts.~A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.~A~1~1~ Body is A term describing the sense of fullness that the brewed tea imparts.
Catechins is A class of polyphenol found in high concentrations in green tea, and lower and varied concentrations in black teas.
Grainy is A term describing high quality CTC teas.
Stalk is A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.
Tuocha is A type of brick tea using pu erh tea pressed into a bowl-shaped brick.
'; questions[94]='Two and a bud is~A term describing the part of the tea plant that is typically harvested, that is, the top two leaves and the bud. See also Flush.~The process of crushing the leaves to activate certain enzymes and initiate fermentation; also results in the curled appearance of the final tea leaf.~The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.~Green tea that has been rolled into pellets, which unfurl in hot water to brew.~The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.~A~1~1~ Aroma is The characteristic fragrance of brewed tea, imparted by its essential oils.
Gunpowder is Green tea that has been rolled into pellets, which unfurl in hot water to brew.
Plucking is The process of harvesting the tea by cutting the flush from the growing tea plant.
Rolling is The process of crushing the leaves to activate certain enzymes and initiate fermentation; also results in the curled appearance of the final tea leaf.
Two and a bud is A term describing the part of the tea plant that is typically harvested, that is, the top two leaves and the bud. See also Flush.
'; questions[95]='White is~A type of very light green tea; the term refers to the white hairs on the picked tea bud.~A Japanese term meaning pearl dew, referring to green tea produced from shaded plants.~Green tea with toasted rice.~A grade of curled Chinese tea.~A term describing a dull, sour infusion.~A~1~1~ Chunmee is A grade of curled Chinese tea.
Genmaicha is Green tea with toasted rice.
Gyokuro is A Japanese term meaning pearl dew, referring to green tea produced from shaded plants.
Plain is A term describing a dull, sour infusion.
White is A type of very light green tea; the term refers to the white hairs on the picked tea bud.
'; questions[96]='Winey is~A term describing aged, mellow teas, as with some Keemun teas.~A Chinese term meaning performed with care; describes a style of brewing that involves many repeated short infusions in a small pot.~A synonym for caffeine.~The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.~A term describing the orange-colored tips on high quality tea leaves.~A~1~1~ Golden is A term describing the orange-colored tips on high quality tea leaves.
Gong fu is A Chinese term meaning performed with care; describes a style of brewing that involves many repeated short infusions in a small pot.
Theine is A synonym for caffeine.
Winey is A term describing aged, mellow teas, as with some Keemun teas.
Withering is The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.
'; questions[97]='Withering is~The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.~A synonym for aroma, defined above.~The process of crushing the leaves to activate certain enzymes and initiate fermentation; also results in the curled appearance of the final tea leaf.~A general term for Chinese black tea, derived from gongfu, defined below.~A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.~A~1~1~ Bright is A term describing a light-colored leaf or its resulting bright red brew.
Congou is A general term for Chinese black tea, derived from gongfu, defined below.
Nose is A synonym for aroma, defined above.
Rolling is The process of crushing the leaves to activate certain enzymes and initiate fermentation; also results in the curled appearance of the final tea leaf.
Withering is The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.
'; questions[98]='Woody is~A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.~A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.~Large leaf teas harvested from the third and fourth leaf of the tea plant.~A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.~A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.~A~1~1~ Malty is A term describing slightly over-fired tea, sometimes desirable.
Smoky is A term describing teas fired over an open fire, resulting in exposure to wood smoke.
Souchong is Large leaf teas harvested from the third and fourth leaf of the tea plant.
Stalk is A term describing teas that contain pieces of stalk from poor plucking.
Woody is A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.
'; questions[99]='Yixing is~Pronounced ee-hsing, a region in China known for its purple clay, and the unglazed teapots produced from it.~A term describing teas that contain a high percentage of fannings.~A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.~A Chinese black tea that is fired over a pinewood fire for a characteristically smoky aroma and flavor.~A grade of curled Chinese tea.~A~1~1~ Chunmee is A grade of curled Chinese tea.
Fibrous is A term describing teas that contain a high percentage of fannings.
Lapsang souchong is A Chinese black tea that is fired over a pinewood fire for a characteristically smoky aroma and flavor.
Woody is A term describing an unpleasant hay taste in black tea.
Yixing is Pronounced ee-hsing, a region in China known for its purple clay, and the unglazed teapots produced from it.
'; questions[100]='Yunnan is~Spicy tea grown in the Yunnan province, in the southwest of China~The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.~A term describing that has been fired in a wok.~An auction term describing a tea lot for sale, usually at least 18 chests.~Orange-red potyphenols unique to fermented black teas, and a compound formed from catechins.~A~1~1~ Break is An auction term describing a tea lot for sale, usually at least 18 chests.
Pan-fired is A term describing that has been fired in a wok.
Theaflavins is Orange-red potyphenols unique to fermented black teas, and a compound formed from catechins.
Withering is The process of allowing the fresh leaves to dry after plucking, before fermentation.
Yunnan is Spicy tea grown in the Yunnan province, in the southwest of China
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