Dabie Mountains

Yingshan is located at the southern foot of the Dabie Mountains, with a long history of tea cultivation and production. Its superior ecological environment has nurtured a number of fine tea and renowned tea brands, represented by "Yingshan Cloud Mist Tea." To further enhance the recognizability and market share of Yingshan Cloud Mist Tea, build its brand, and promote high-quality development of the tea industry, the County Tea Industry Promotion Center, in collaboration with Huazhong Agricultural University, the Tea Research Institute of Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, and the Fruit and Tea Research Institute of Hubei Academy of Agricultural Sciences, has formulated and released four group standards based on the needs of the tea industry in Yingshan: "Production Technical Regulations for Yingshan Cloud Mist Tea," "Processing Technical Regulations for Yingshan Cloud Mist Tea," "Yingshan Cloud Mist Tea," and "Brewing Technical Regulations for Yingshan Cloud Mist Tea." All tea farmers, tea enterprises, and tea traders are encouraged to implement these standards according to their respective circumstances.

In the vast and profound tea culture of China, Lua'an Guapian stands out due to its unique production techniques and taste, becoming a treasure in the hearts of tea enthusiasts. Today, let's step into the world of Lua'an Guapian together, experience the unique charm of this traditional tea, and learn how to appreciate it. I. History and Origin of Lua'an Guapian Lua'an Guapian, also known as Guapian or Flaked Tea, is produced in the Dabie Mountains area around the city of Lua'an in Anhui Province. Its history dates back hundreds of years, with a rich cultural heritage. The climate conditions, soil environment, and unique production techniques of the Lua'an region have collectively contributed to the distinctive quality of Lua'an Guapian. Historically, Lua'an Guapian was an imperial tribute tea, favored by royalty. In modern times, it has gained popularity both domestically and internationally for its unique taste and quality. Fig: Memories of Autumn (Photographed by) II. Unique Characteristics of Lua'an Guapian The most distinctive feature of Lua'an Guapian lies in its unique production process and form. In the traditional production process of Lua'an Guapian, the tea leaves undergo multiple steps including picking, stir-frying, and baking. Among these steps, the most unique…