Chinese Teas

Legend has it that tea was first discovered by the Chinese Emperor Shen Nong in 2737 BCE, when a leaf from a nearby Camellia sinensis plant fell into a pot of water the emperor was boiling. Traditional Chinese tea has been an important part of China's culture and history ever since, and today this ancient beverage is renowned by tea drinkers around the globe. Chinese teas can be classified into five major categories: white tea, green tea, oolong tea, black tea, and post-fermented (Pu-erh) tea. Upton Tea Imports has brought to market a selection of fine loose leaf tea from China. Browse our collection of best-selling varieties such as jasmine green tea, gunpowder green tea, Lapsang Souchong black tea, white hair silver needle tea, and many others. Sample the finest Chinese loose leaf tea and discover your new favorite varieties to sip and enjoy.