The Cultural Connotation of Chaoshan Gongfu Tea

Chaoshan congou refers to congou consumed in Shantou, Chaozhou and Jieyang of Guangdong Province. It is a treasure of tea culture with rich cultural connotation, which integrates the cultures of southern Fujian, Hakka and eastern Guangdong.

1. Etiquette culture: The drinking of congou tea in Chaoshan area has strict etiquette, and the placement, posture and selection of tea sets are clearly defined, which shows the unique charm of local etiquette culture.

2. Characteristic culture: Chaoshan congou tea has strong local characteristics. The "Fujian-Guangdong Guild Hall" in Shantou, "Wuqiao City" in Jieyang, and "Petal Cake" in Chaozhou are all closely related to congou, which combines the cultures of southern Fujian, Hakka and eastern Guangdong and forms a unique cultural style.

3. Humanistic culture: the relationship between master and apprentice is emphasized in the inheritance of Chaoshan congou. Tea teachers pay more attention to the inheritance and dissemination of humanistic spirit while inheriting their skills, and convey the cultural values of respecting teachers and valuing Taoism.

4. Honor culture: Chaoshan congou is highly respected and eulogized in cultural exchanges, and is known as the artistic treasure of China Tea Ceremony. China Master of Traditional Arts and Crafts, Vice President of China Arts and Crafts Research Association and China congou, which are selected by the jury of International Arts and Crafts Awards and International Arts and Design Awards every year, all have representative works of Chaoshan congou.

In a word, Chaoshan congou tea is not only a concrete expression of tea culture, but also a blend of local culture, etiquette culture, humanistic culture, honor culture and other cultural elements, and it is an important part of China tea culture.