You Yan Tea

The LiSu people live by the NuJiang river in Yunnan and Sichuan Province. They keep a tradition to drink YouYan Tea (lit. Oil and Salt Tea).

When making YouYan tea, the LiSu people put a small pot on the fire first; next they put some fresh tealeaves inside until it turns yellowish. Then add some oil, salt and water, wait for 3 minutes after boil, and start to enjoy the drink.

The LiSu people use the tea time as a daily communication and a important method to feast their guests as well.