Tea types: green, black, and oolong

What you’ll learn about tea types

Green, black, and oolong all come from the same plant, but processing choices change aroma, color, and taste—this quiz helps you spot those differences quickly.

Expect a mixed set of questions on oxidation levels, common styles, tasting notes, and everyday brewing decisions that affect bitterness and balance.

Quiz format and difficulty settings

Every question has 4 options and there’s no timer, so you can think through each cup-related detail without pressure.

Pick how many questions you want to answer and select a difficulty level; “Mixed” blends easy recognition questions with tougher processing and terminology items to keep the challenge fair.

Common pitfalls to avoid

Many players mix up oxidation with roasting, assume all green tea tastes “grassy,” or treat oolong as a single flavor profile rather than a wide spectrum.

Watch for look-alike terms (like varieties vs. styles) and brewing variables that change outcomes more than the tea category itself.

Quick tips for better scores

• Remember: oxidation level is the big divider between green, oolong, and black
• Don’t generalize oolong—light and dark oolongs can taste very different
• Separate processing steps (withering, rolling, oxidation, firing) in your mind
• Brewing mistakes matter: water temperature and steep time often explain bitterness
• Read carefully for “always/never” wording—tea rules usually have exceptions