How we work

Editorial Policy

Clear sourcing, independent judgment, useful context, and honest corrections guide everything we publish.

Purpose and Scope

MistoryTea helps readers understand, choose, and brew Chinese tea. We aim to make specialized knowledge practical without flattening the traditions, regional differences, or personal preferences that give tea its character.

Research and Sources

Articles are developed from hands-on brewing and tasting, established tea references, producer information, and reputable cultural or scientific sources where relevant. We distinguish observed experience from sourced fact and avoid presenting uncertain claims as settled knowledge.

Digital tools may support organization, editing, or research discovery, but published material is reviewed for accuracy, relevance, and clarity. Sources and quotations are never invented.

Independence

Editorial decisions are made for readers. Brands, sellers, or partners do not receive advance approval of our conclusions. Gifts, samples, sponsorships, or commercial relationships will be disclosed when they could reasonably affect how readers interpret a piece.

Product Reviews and Affiliate Links

Some product links may be affiliate links, which means MistoryTea may earn a commission if a purchase is made. This does not increase the reader’s price. Compensation does not guarantee inclusion, a favorable opinion, or a particular rating.

Recommendations consider suitability, material, construction, brewing performance, value, limitations, and who a product is—or is not—for. Availability and prices can change after publication.

Tea and Wellness Content

Traditional uses are presented as cultural and historical context, not as proof that a tea prevents, treats, or cures disease. Wellness content is educational and does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional.

Corrections and Updates

We correct material factual errors promptly and update articles when important information changes. Minor spelling or formatting edits may be made without a notice. To report an issue, include the page link and supporting detail on our Contact page.