Types of tea are usually classified according to the method of processing the leaves or the type of plant. Here are some commonly known types of tea:
Black Tea: Black tea, which is obtained from fully oxidized tea leaves, is the most widely consumed type of tea worldwide. It has a strong and aromatic taste.
Green Tea: Green tea obtained from tea leaves that have not been subjected to the fermentation process, is full of antioxidants and has a mild taste. It is widely consumed in countries such as China and Japan.
White Tea: One of the least processed types of tea, white tea is usually obtained from young tea leaves. It has a light and sweet taste.
Oolong Tea: Oolong tea, which is obtained from semi-oxidized tea leaves, has a taste between black tea and green tea. Decoction of oolong tea. It is popular in China and Taiwan.
Pu-erh Tea: Pu-erh tea, a special type of tea grown in the Yunnan region of China, is passed through the fermentation process and is usually sold in a compressed form. It is known for its intense and earthy taste.
Rooibos Tea: Tea obtained from the rooibos plant grown in South Africa, does not contain caffeine and is red in color. It has a sweet and fruity taste.