Both pharmacies and tea shops sell chenpi, but their positioning differs, which affects processing and taste.
Pharmacy Chenpi
Pharmacy chenpi aligns with medicinal standards, focusing on consistency and standardization, with taste often a secondary consideration.
Tea Shop Chenpi
Tea shop chenpi is oriented toward brewing, prioritizing aroma and taste, often made via sun-drying or controlled drying.
How to Choose
If taste for brewing is the priority, tea shop chenpi is a common choice. If medicinal standards are the goal, pharmacy chenpi is more suitable. Choose based on your use case.