The beauty of tea lies in its diversity. It’s incredible how a single plant, Camellia sinensis, can give rise to so many different varieties, each with its unique characteristics. Green tea, black tea, oolong, white tea, and pu-erh all offer different profiles, not just in flavor, but also in the methods of production, brewing, and the ways they’re enjoyed. The more I learn about tea, the more I realize how deeply it’s intertwined with the cultures and histories of the regions where it’s grown.