Chinese Tea

Basic Introduction to Yantai Green TeaYantai Green Tea is a specialty of the Yantai region in Shandong Province, China, and is one of the most representative local products in Shandong Province.Yantai is one of the highest latitude tea-producing areas in China, influenced by a temperate humid marine climate. The slow growth of tea trees results in rich accumulation of nutrients in the leaves, which are of high quality and characterized by "thick leaves and abundant organic and inorganic compounds."Yantai Green Tea features thick green tea leaves with rich nutritional content, particularly high levels of amino acids and chlorophyll, far exceeding those of southern teas. Overall, it possesses the quality characteristics of high-altitude teas. However, due to the thickness of the leaves, processed Yantai Green Tea does not appear as delicate as southern teas.Tests conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture's Tea Quality Supervision and Inspection Center showed that the water-soluble extractives in green tea produced in Yantai were 48.6%, 14% higher than those in southern teas. Important indicators reflecting the quality of green tea, such as amino acids, polyphenols, caffeine, and chlorophyll, can match those of southern teas. It has the characteristics of "bright green liquor, thick leaves, strong aroma, and…

Basic Introduction to Dobe Tea Dobe Tea, a local specialty and precious tribute sent to the imperial court since the Chongzhen era, is a fine product for the emperor's tasting. The original place of origin of Dobe Tea is in Dobe, Huachu Town, Puding County today. Dobe does not refer to the current village but is a region that produces coal, has less annual sunshine, and is often foggy, making it most suitable for tea growth. Although Lu Yu’s "Classic of Tea" does not record our Dobe Tea, the saying "In the South there are fine trees," and this Dobe Tea should be one of them. Nutritional Value Tests conducted by the Guizhou Tea Science Research Institute have shown that Dobe Tea is rich in polyphenols, amino acids, catechins, and other substances. Regular consumption has excellent health-preserving, anti-cancer, anti-aging, and blood sugar-lowering effects. Product Characteristics The product is characterized by its emerald green color, bright yellow-green infusion, rich aroma, and the absence of tea scale. Historical Folklore The history of Dobe Tea is indeed long. In the Dobe area of Huachu Town today, many ancient tea trees still survive. There is still a cluster on the Tribute Tea Slope behind…

Basic Introduction to Tongbai Jade Leaf TeaTongbai Jade Leaf is one of the specialties of Tongbai County, Nanyang City, Henan Province. It is a type of tea produced in an old tea-growing area on the eastern side of Taibai Peak, Tongbai Mountain. This area includes Jintai Temple, Water Curtain Cave, and Peach Blossom Cave. It's characterized by fertile soil, a mild climate, abundant rainfall, and frequent mists. The tea gardens are surrounded by mountains with significant temperature differences, and trees and wildflowers are common all year round, creating a unique microclimate. This tea is a new variety developed by the Tongbai Tea Research Field. Nutritional ValueChemical analysis has identified over 500 compounds within tea. Some of these compounds are essential components for human health, known as nutritional components, such as vitamins, proteins, amino acids, lipids, sugars, and mineral elements, which have high nutritional value for the body. There are also compounds that have health-preserving and medicinal effects, known as components with pharmacological value, such as polyphenols, caffeine, and polysaccharides. Product CharacteristicsThe tea is flat and smooth in shape, with hidden buds and fine hairs, a lustrous green color, a clear light-green infusion, a fresh and full-bodied taste, and a long-lasting…

"Burning incense, preparing tea, hanging paintings, arranging flowers— these four leisurely pursuits should not burden one's home." —Wu Zimu, Dream of the Liang Dynasty Readers who have watched the TV series Dreamy Song Dynasty will surely remember the scene where the main character Zhao Pan'er prepares tea with skillful and graceful movements, a sight that is pleasing to the eye. Tea became popular in the Tang Dynasty but flourished in the Song Dynasty. The custom of drinking tea was widespread in Song society, enjoyed by everyone from nobles and literati to merchants, gentry, and common folk, all of whom found pleasure in it, leading to the emergence of various tea-related activities. The method of drinking tea in the Song Dynasty differed from today's practice of steeping tea leaves in boiling water. In the Song Dynasty, tea was made from compressed cakes, which were ground into a fine powder before being mixed with boiling water. This process, known as "crushing the tea into powder, pouring hot water over it, and using a whisk to froth it," is referred to as "pointing tea." Song Dynasty people poured their hearts, filled with mountains and rivers, into their paintings and also into their tea.…

Basic Introduction to Jingyang Fu Brick TeaJingyang Fu Brick Tea is a specialty product of Jingyang County, Shaanxi Province. Its raw materials are selected from dark tea leaves grown in southern Shaanxi, Hunan, and Sichuan. It is processed through more than ten steps: selection of raw materials → sifting → steaming the tea → fermentation → boiling the tea juice → stir-frying the tea → weighing → steaming the tea → packing into molds, etc. The Fu Brick Tea has a compact body with a pure and lasting aroma, clear color, black-brown luster, bright red liquor, abundant golden flowers, a long-lasting fragrance, an aged aroma, a thick, sweet aftertaste, and a smooth mouthfeel. It is known for its ability to "reduce the greasiness of meat and relieve the heat of barley" and is called the "mysterious tea" and "life-sustaining tea" of the ancient Silk Road.Jingyang, located north of the Ling Mountains, does not grow tea, but it is situated in the heart of Guanzhong Plain, downstream of the Jing River, and has been a famous district since ancient times. As a result, it has become a crucial hub for the northern transport of tea from the south. Since the Han…

Basic Introduction to Luboc Green TeaThe "Luboc" series of green teas are produced in Luboc, Gonglang Town, Nanjian County. Here, the climate is warm and humid, the soil is fertile, with ample sunlight and abundant water sources, and it's often shrouded in mist and clouds throughout the year. The natural environment is beautiful, and the "Luboc" series of green teas are renowned at home and abroad for their superior quality. "Luboc" green tea is made from the tender buds of Yunnan large-leaf tea plants, processed with great care. The Nanjian Yi Autonomous County Luboc Tea Farm is located near the Tropic of Cancer, in the area where the Wuliang and Ailao mountains extend, on the banks of the Luboc River, a tributary of the Lancangjiang. It is 60 kilometers away from the county seat of Nanjian and falls under the jurisdiction of Gonglang Town, Nanjian County. At an altitude of 1,700 to 1,800 meters, the climate is mild, humid, and often foggy, with an annual average rainfall of 1,000 to 1,300 millimeters, nearly 2,500 hours of annual sunshine, and an annual accumulated temperature of about 7,000°C. The soil is brown and acidic, rich in organic matter, fertile, and surrounded by…

Basic Introduction to Lancang Ancient TeaLancang is one of the original birthplaces of tea trees, the hometown of Pu'er tea, with a long and splendid tea culture. Within its borders lies the Jingmai Mangjing Ten Thousand Mu Ancient Tea Garden, which has been cultivated for over 1,300 years, as well as the thousand-year-old Bongwei Large Tea King Tree, a transitional type. The Jingmai Mangjing Ten Thousand Mu Ancient Tea Garden is the largest in area, longest in cultivation history, and relatively intact man-cultivated ancient tea garden discovered so far in China. It is hailed by scholars at home and abroad as a "World Tea Tree Museum" and a "Living Fossil of Tea Varieties."Today, tea production in Lancang has become a pillar industry for the local area, with a total tea area of 360,000 mu (approximately 24,000 hectares), including 28,000 mu (about 1,867 hectares) of ancient tea gardens. About 280,000 people in 68,000 households are engaged in tea cultivation and production, with an average tea income per household of 5,412 yuan. When reporters visited the ancient villages of the Lahu, Dai, and Bulang ethnic groups on Mount Jingmai, they saw tea gardens hidden beneath primeval forests. Villagers set up their tea…

Basic Introduction to Huangshan White TeaHuangshan White Tea, also known as Huizhou White Tea, is produced in the Phoenix Bay of Qingshan Village, Fugang Town, She County, and Wugongling Village, Huantian Township, and Tiantang Village around Mount Huang, Anhui Province. It has been known since the Song Dynasty and was favored by Emperor Huizong of Song, becoming a tribute tea that enjoyed great popularity at the time. Since 2008, with the concern and support of various departments in Anhui Province and the continuous efforts of local tea brokers, the selection, propagation, demonstration planting, and large-scale promotion of Huangshan White Tea have been accelerated, and brand building is being strengthened. The "Ganbaixiang" brand Huangshan White Tea produced by the Huangshan Ganbaixiang White Tea Ecological Park won the Grand Gold Prize in the "Zhongcha Cup" competition in 2009. Huangshan White Tea now has a certain market presence and recognition in cities such as Shanghai, Hefei, Beijing, Suzhou, and more. As an extraordinary addition to the tea industry, the fragrance of Huangshan White Tea will continue to be cherished.In 2009, samples of the "Ganbaixiang" brand Huangshan White Tea were sent for testing at the China Agricultural Products Testing Center. The results showed that…

Basic Introduction to Zhouxiang Phoenix TeaZhouxiang Town is the birthplace of Meng Zong, one of the Twenty-Four Filial Exemplars, where the story of “Meng Zong Crying over Bamboo” took place. Zhouxiang is also a historic tea-producing area, and its Zhouxiang Phoenix Tea has gained fame both at home and abroad for its unique sensory characteristics and intrinsic quality. Nutritional ValueThrough modern scientific separation and identification, there are up to four hundred organic chemical components and more than forty inorganic mineral elements found in tea. Many nutritional and medicinal components are present in the organic chemical components and inorganic mineral elements of tea. Major organic chemical components include: polyphenols, plant alkaloids, proteins, amino acids, vitamins, pectin, organic acids, lipopolysaccharides, sugars, enzymes, pigments, etc. Product CharacteristicsThe appearance is straight and flat, with a green and lustrous color, complete and uniform, with many downy buds. The inner quality is characterized by a persistent chestnut aroma, a bright greenish-yellow infusion, a fresh and smooth taste, and a tender, bright leaf base that remains intact. Manufacturing MethodPicking standards are strict, usually carried out around the Qingming Festival, with an appropriate picking period of about half a month. For top-grade tea, single buds are picked; for…

Abstract: Longjing tea stands out among green teas because it draws the essence of heaven and earth and integrates harmony between humanity and nature. This article analyzes its historical origins, cultural connotations, characteristics and identification, production techniques and features, applications and influences, inheritance, and prospects, to expound on the history, culture, and modern value of West Lake Longjing tea from China. Please bear with any limitations or errors (one person's view; 2024.04). Keywords: China; tea culture; West Lake Longjing; historical culture; modern value I. Historical Origins of West Lake Longjing Tea 1.1 Origin and Legends West Lake Longjing tea, as a gem of Chinese green teas, is steeped in mystery and romance through its origin and legends. According to historical records, the birthplace of Longjing tea is located by the West Lake in Hangzhou, near the village of Longjing, where mountains and waters converge, the climate is pleasant, providing ideal conditions for tea plants. There is a widely circulated legend about the origin of Longjing tea. Long ago, there lived a kind old woman in Longjing Village who worked hard every day, tending to her family’s tea garden. One day, while working in the mountains, she met an elderly man…

"Only This Green and Lustrous" Yunnan Green Tea, Oolong Tea Yunnan is the source of world tea, particularly the birthplace of large-leaf tea trees. Many people came to know Yunnan through Pu'er tea made from large-leaf varieties. In Yunnan, the history of ethnic minorities growing, processing, and drinking tea has a unique style that dates back a long way. However, before Pu'er tea became well-known, Yunnan tea had for a considerable period of time been outside the mainstream of Chinese tea. It has already been confirmed that large-leaf varieties in Yunnan are suitable not only for making Pu'er tea but also green tea, black tea, and white tea with remarkable taste. Due to the special nature of the large-leaf tea trees and the plateau terrain, especially for ancient tree teas, the sprouting is always later than small-leaf varieties. Pu'er tea only mentions "first spring," not "pre-Ming." When the first spring tea has yet to be picked and the spring scenery outside the window is at its best, everywhere is a scene of lush greenery – it is the perfect time to savor the "Only This Green and Lustrous" of Yunnan – green tea and oolong tea. Green - The Unique…

Introduction: Okinawa, originally named Ryukyu, was a vassal state of China during the Ming and Qing dynasties. The name "Ryukyu" was given to the archipelago by the Chinese during the Ming Dynasty. Historically, Ryukyu maintained close cultural exchanges and maritime trade with China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asian countries. Nearly transparent Okinawan sea In the mid-17th century, after the transition from the Ming to the Qing dynasty, the Qing dynasty became the ruler of China. In its relations with Ryukyu, the Qing dynasty continued the tributary system established by the Ming dynasty. With the increasing frequency of exchanges between Qing China and Ryukyu, the method of infused tea preparation also spread from Fujian to Ryukyu and became popular there in the early 18th century. The 18th-century Gongfu tea drinking methods and utensils that were transmitted from Fujian to Ryukyu have since become the basic model for Ryukyu Infused Tea. In 1718 (57th year of the Kangxi era), Xu Baoguang traveled to Ryukyu as a vice envoy for the investiture mission. Due to typhoon weather, he stayed in Ryukyu for nearly a year before returning to China. During his stay, he extensively researched local customs and social conditions, leaving behind the…

## Abstract: China's Douyun Maojian tea is a high-quality green tea from Douyun City, Guizhou Province, with a widespread origin story. This article analyzes the historical background, cultural connotations, production techniques, taste characteristics, value and benefits, and market development of Douyun Maojian tea to illustrate its history, culture, and modern value. Please bear with any limitations or errors (personal views; April 2024). **Keywords:** China; Tea culture; Douyun Maojian; Historical and cultural aspects; Modern value  *Image source: Network* ### I. Historical Background of Douyun Maojian Tea #### 1.1 Origin and Legends China's Douyun Maojian tea is a high-quality green tea from Douyun City, Guizhou Province, with widely circulated origins and legends. It is said that the legend of Douyun Maojian tea can be traced back to the Tang Dynasty. According to legend, there was a master of tea studies named Lu Yu who discovered a type of tea tree in the Douyun area during his travels in Guizhou. This tea tree grew at higher altitudes, with thick, tender buds that were fine, uniform, and covered in prominent downy hairs. Lu Yu praised this tea highly, considering it of excellent quality. He made tea from these leaves, finding the taste exceptional.…

China is the birthplace and cradle of tea culture and the world's largest tea-producing country. A series of customs, manners, and habits, known as tea customs, have formed during the processes of growing, processing, brewing, tasting, and drinking tea. The period of the Three Kingdoms, Jin Dynasty, and the Southern and Northern Dynasties was the nascent stage of tea customs. At that time, the main functions of drinking tea were limited to quenching thirst, sobering up, aiding meals, medicinal use, sacrificial offerings, and health preservation. There was also a preliminary tendency to view tea drinking as a spiritual pursuit. The popularity of tea-drinking began in the Tang Dynasty. At the beginning of the Tang Dynasty, although some people in the north drank tea, the custom of drinking tea was mainly confined to the southeast and southwest regions, hence the saying that "the southerners are fond of drinking tea, while northerners do not drink much." In the early 8th century, Emperor Suzong of Tang ordered an alcohol ban, so the people replaced wine with tea, and the custom of drinking tea began to spread in the north. After the Kaiyuan era, tea-drinking became widespread. Feng Yan’s "Fengshi Wenjian Ji" vividly depicted…

Basic Introduction to Aunt Wang Er's TeaAunt Wang Er's Tea is a health tea developed by the Taoist physician Ouyang Jiangnan, relying on the unique geographical advantages of Huangcangyu in Xiao County, Anhui Province. It has recently won three prestigious awards: "China Good Brand Award," "UN 2015 Designated Ingredient Award," and "Chinese National Gift." Nutritional ValueStudies have shown that Aunt Wang Er's Tea contains a diterpenoid active ingredient and abundant selenium elements. It has strong anti-inflammatory and detoxifying effects, as well as the ability to lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, and neutralize the toxins from smoking and alcohol. Its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects are ten times stronger than penicillin. Externally, it can fight inflammation, kill bacteria, reduce swelling and pain, dry dampness, remove necrotic tissue, and combat infections. Historical FolkloreAccording to folklore in Xiao County: When Liu Bang led his group of comrades to revolt against the white snake at Mangshan Mountain, they were pursued relentlessly by Qin troops. They ran for their lives and ended up in a deep mountain (then known as Mangshan) southeast of Xiao County, precisely south of Xuzhou. There happened to be a cave on the mountain that could just fit all fifteen of them.…

Liang Sicheng said: For the Chinese, having a courtyard of one’s own means the spirit truly has a place to settle. The Chinese have had a deep affection for courtyards since ancient times. Whether in the halls of power or far from officialdom, there was always a courtyard. A courtyard bears a way of life, a world different from the noise outside. A courtyard is the yearning many people have for their hometowns and homesteads; it hides a beautiful little world in our hearts. Bright flagstones, grey-tiled eaves, scattered flowers and trees, curling smoke from cooking fires, the scent of food wafting over from neighbors, and children playing in the courtyard unaware of the setting sun. Now that we have left the courtyards behind and moved into tall city buildings, we are gradually becoming estranged from the reassuring connection to the earth, gradually forgetting our old dreams of being at one with nature. Time is just right, life is stable. Having a courtyard, returning to nature and oneself, brewing tea and reading books, listening to the wind and rain lying down, has become a pursuit. Many people yearn for a garden of their own, a place where they can be…

Basic Introduction to Turtle Mountain Rock Green TeaTurtle Mountain Rock Green Tea is produced in the high mountains of Luobaichuan Village, Guiwei Village, and Persimmon Dry Hill Village around Mount Gui in Macheng City, at an altitude above 800 meters. The area is shrouded in mist and smoke throughout the year, with a moist climate and temperatures generally 5-8 degrees cooler than at lower elevations. Around the Grain Rain period, there is often heavy fog, with only 2-3 hours of sunlight before lunch. It is during this time that tea plants growing in the rocky crevices on the mountain peaks begin to turn green and sprout needle-like tender leaves. Local villagers start picking these tips, which are then skillfully processed by hand to produce Turtle Mountain Rock Green Tea. This tea is characterized by its strong aroma, rich flavor, bright green liquor, and tender uniform leaves. Every year when it hits the market, it is snapped up by buyers. Listed in the "Chinese Famous Tea Research Selection," Turtle Mountain Green Tea was rated as one of the top five famous teas in China in October 1980. It won the quality award from the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, and Fisheries…

Abstract: The origins and legends of Chinese black tea are deeply rooted in the history and culture of China. This article analyzes its origins and history, techniques and processes, quality and characteristics, distribution and production areas, brands and markets, issues and challenges, development and trends, to expound on the history, techniques, charm, and future prospects of Chinese black tea. Due to the limitations of the author, errors are inevitable, so please bear with them (the views expressed herein are those of the author; April 2024). Keywords: China; tea culture; black tea techniques; historical charm; outlook I. Origins and History of Chinese Black Tea 1.1 Origins and Legends of Ancient Black Tea The origins and legends of Chinese black tea are deeply rooted in the history and culture of China. According to historical records, the rudimentary form of black tea can be traced back to the Tang Dynasty, when there were sporadic records about black tea. However, it was during the Song Dynasty that black tea became widely known due to the praise and advocacy of literati. The great Song writer Su Dongpo praised the aroma and flavor of black tea in his poetry, which gradually spread among the literati. There…

The Chinese yearning for natural landscapes is inscribed in our very genes. When climbing mountains, one expresses emotions through them; when seeing water, sentiments are felt within it. Since ancient times, countless literati and poets have poured their true feelings into the vast expanse of nature. Every blade of grass, every tree, every cliff, and every ravine in Wuyi Mountain reveals its beauty in the leisurely flow of wild streams and the grandeur of bell sounds at great heights, standing out in the southeast of China. 01 WUYI MOUNTAIN Jade peaks and emerald covers, blue waters and vermilion mountains Transformed by wind and rain into jade bones, they defy ordinary interpretations. In his fifties, Lu You, serving as the vice magistrate of Jian'ning Prefecture in northern Fujian, was captivated by the wonders of Wuyi Mountain. Here, he brewed tea, enjoyed it, composed poetry, and wrote magnificent verses such as "A Tour of Wuyi Mountain." The Wuyi Mountains, stretching for thousands of miles, are a significant feature in southeastern China. With hundreds of peaks over 1,000 meters high, Wuyi Mountain stands tall, its main peak Huanggang Mountain reaching 2,160.8 meters, rivaling the Five Great Mountains, and known as the "Roof of…

Basic Introduction to Jinxiu Dayaoshan Wild Sweet Tea Dayaoshan sweet tea is one of the specialties of Jinxiu Yao Autonomous County (Dayaoshan), Guangxi. The sweet tea sprouts new buds and shoots in February and March. The plant has a clump-forming habit with a narrow canopy and many upright shoots. In July, it enters the leaf nutrient accumulation period and sugar conversion period. After November, it begins to form overwintering mixed buds and enters a dormant state. Nutritional Value Dayaoshan sweet tea is rich in 18 amino acids, with a total of 331.54 milligrams of amino acids per 100 grams of dried product. It is especially rich in eight essential amino acids that the human body cannot produce and can only absorb from food. Sweet tea contains abundant nutrients and essential trace elements for the human body, mainly calcium at 0.84%, zinc at 105.5 mg/kg, germanium at 5.5 μg/kg, selenium at 17.94 μg/kg, as well as potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, copper, chromium, strontium, lithium, and other elements. It does not contain toxic substances such as arsenic and aluminum and does not contain caffeine, which can cause side effects like dizziness, increased heart rate, palpitations, irritability, psychological discomfort, disturbed sleep, and…

Basic Introduction of Mopingsi Tribute Tea"Mopingsi Tribute Tea" is named after the village of Mopingsi in Litemple Town, Nanzhang County. Historically known as "Moping Tea," or "Mopingsi Tea," it is also colloquially referred to as "Mopingsi Tribute Tea" and is now commonly known by its registered trademark. With a long history and superior quality, it was renowned for its fragrant flavor in ancient times and highly favored by feudal courts. The "Mopingsi Tribute Tea" product line has won numerous national awards and was once the only tea product in Xiangyang City to be certified as a geographical indication agricultural product by the Ministry of Agriculture.The entry of "Mopingsi Tribute Tea" into the ranks of nationally renowned products is a matter of great joy and celebration. It contributes significantly to the progress of "Golden Nanzhang" towards achieving a moderately prosperous society. The tea plantation is located in Old Forest Gully, 17 miles west of the Litemple Town government, at an altitude of around 550 meters. It is said to have the longest daily sunlight exposure in the area. Currently, there are over 1,200 acres of tea gardens, capable of producing more than 30,000 catties of tribute tea annually. Seven ancient tea…

Basic Introduction to Lianzhou Streamside Yellow HerbLianzhou Streamside Yellow Herb is a very distinctive and high-quality authentic Chinese medicinal product. It has the effects of clearing heat and dampness, cooling blood, and dispersing stasis. It has unique therapeutic effects for the prevention and treatment of acute hepatitis, acute cholecystitis, etc. On September 13, 2007, Announcement No. 145 of 2007 by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine: Lianzhou Streamside Yellow Herb is a protected Geographical Indication product in China. The protection scope covers the current administrative region of Lianzhou City, Guangdong Province. Product CharacteristicsDue to the relatively unique efficacy of streamside yellow herb, it is effective against hepatitis B, icteric hepatitis, heat toxins, red eyes, yellow urine, painful urination, sore throat, heart irritability and rib pain, bitter mouth, halitosis, and other symptoms, gradually becoming an essential health supplement for local residents. Lianzhou Streamside Yellow Herb tea was already well-known for its unique flavor and exported to Southeast Asia during the Ming and Qing dynasties, and it still enjoys a good reputation in the Southeast Asian region today. Historical Folklore"Streamside Yellow Herb" is a folk herbal medicine with many common names in different places, mainly wind-blood grass, hand-rub yellow,…

Basic Introduction to Junan Green Tea Junan Green Tea is a specialty product of Junan County, Shandong Province, and is a Chinese geographical indication agricultural product. The county is renowned as the "Green Tea Hometown." The products are divided into seven major series: "Great Silver Sword, Great White Spring Snail, Emerald Bud, Green Sword, Fur Peak, Pine Needle, Snow Lotus." Junan Green Tea has been recognized by the China National Tea Research Institute for its unique high-quality characteristics: "thick leaves, good for multiple infusions, strong aroma, rich flavor." In national, provincial, and municipal tea competitions, it has won 116 awards above the municipal level, including 20 at the national level and 50 at the provincial level. It has received accolades such as "China's Famous Product" and "The Most Trusted Shandong Product by Consumers," and the county has been named "China's Tea Hometown." Product Features The majority of tea plantations in Junan County are located in hilly areas in the east and south, with towns such as Zhoubian, Zhuanggang, Tuanlin, and Zhulu serving as primary bases for producing high-quality Shandong green tea and ecological garden zones. The tea produced here comes in various forms, such as bud-shaped, needle-shaped, flat-shaped, and bundled…

Basic Introduction to Xiazhou Green PeakXiazhou Green Peak is produced in the high mountains north of the Xiling Gorge on the Yangtze River, Yichang City. As this area belonged to Xiazhou during the Tang Dynasty, it is named Xiazhou Green Peak. The tea-growing region is picturesque with undulating hills and a temperate climate, providing excellent ecological conditions for the growth and development of tea trees.The tea tree variety is also of very high quality, and strict selection of raw materials and exquisite processing techniques are used. Special grade Green Peak is made from one bud and one leaf, first-grade Green Peak from one bud and two leaves just unfolded, and second-grade Green Peak from one bud and two leaves. All require that the buds and leaves be intact, of uniform maturity, and of consistent size. The production process includes spreading out fresh leaves, pan-firing, cooling, initial rolling, preliminary drying, shaping, enhancing down, and final drying – a type of baked and pan-fired linear tea. Product FeaturesXiazhou Green Peak is a semi-baked, pan-fired linear green tea. Its quality characteristics include: tight, neat, downy appearance, lustrous emerald green color, high and lasting aroma, fresh and sweet taste, bright yellow-green infusion, and tender,…