Private Collection Quiz 2

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Posted Monday, November 09, 2026

The prize for Quiz 2 is 30% off 2004 Yibang Sheng

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What is a tea cultivar?*

A name of a tea A finished oxidation level A style of processing A selected cultivated plant variety

Da Hong Pao is associated with which tea-growing area?*

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Uji, Japan Wuyi Mountains, Fujian Cederberg, South Africa

What does 'first flush' usually mean for tea?*

Tea made only from the youngest leaves Tea from the first major spring harvest period Tea harvested after the main monsoon Tea rinsed before infusion

Which tea compound is an amino acid associated with savoury or umami character?*

Theaflavin Cellulose Limonene L-theanine

What is a major purpose of withering fresh tea leaves?*

Reduce moisture and prepare leaves for further processing Turn leaves into powder Sterilise leaves completely Compress leaves into cakes

What does gongfu cha most accurately describe?*

Brewing tea in a Gaiwan Brewing Tea in a clay pot Brewing tea with skill and attention Brewing tea quickly

Which province is especially associated with Liu Bao tea?*

Guangxi Fujian Zhejiang Anhui

What is the primary purpose of pan-firing in many Chinese green teas?*

Increase microbial fermentation Deactivate enzymes and halt most oxidation Add toasty flavour Compress leaves into cakes

Theaflavins are especially associated with which tea category?*

Fresh white tea Japanese matcha Chinese green tea Black tea

Which factor generally increases the rate at which compounds extract from tea leaves?*

Indirect pouring on leaves Having more space for leaves to brew Using a larger and unbroken leaves Using hotter water

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