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This is not merely a book about tea; it is also a field journal that delves deeply into the local customs and landscapes of China’s botanical origins. Featuring 26 taste-seeking stories, 26 exquisite essays, and nearly 50 intertwined flavors, the author guides readers on a wondrous journey of taste aesthetics through poetic interpretations of Chinese tea and prose filled with wisdom and the delights of everyday life.Following a chronological thread, the book recounts the process of recreating the flavors of more than 40 drinkable Chinese plants—from tracing their origins and carefully selecting raw materials, to meticulous crafting,innovative techniques,and the remarkable people and extraordinary encounters along the way.The author not only restores the most authentic flavors of these native plants but also explores and presents the profound cultural meanings and emotional experiences behind each taste from a unique feminine perspective.The book chronicles the origins, evolution, and stories behind these innovative beverages,allowing readers to naturally understand the development of traditional Chinese drinks,grasp the essence of the Eastern taste system，and appreciate the beauty,harmony, and charm of Chinese plants in sight, sound, and flavor.In doing so, readers gain a deeper insight into the core spirit of traditional Chinese culture.The work also reflects on the relationship between humanity,plants,land,and nature.The author journeys across the land with her feet,creates beauty with her hands,and soothes restless hearts with her words. For readers living in the concrete jungle, turning these pages is like embarking on a healing journey through scent. For lovers of traditional Chinese tea, this book reveals the distinctive,contemporary side of modern Chinese beverages
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