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Abstract: Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea, a treasure of Chinese tea culture, is steeped in mystery and romance in its origins and legends. This article analyzes its historical roots, environment and characteristics, production methods and identification, cultural significance and symbolism, market status and development, as well as personal experiences and reflections, to illustrate the natural beauty and cultural heritage embodied in Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea. Please bear with any limitations or errors (personal views; April 2024). Keywords: China; tea culture; Lushan Cloud and Mist; historical and cultural significance; value I. Historical Origins of Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea 1.1 Origins and Legends Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea, a gem of Chinese tea culture, has origins and legends filled with mystery and romance. According to historical records, the history of Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea can be traced back to the Han Dynasty, when tea farmers were already picking tea leaves amidst the misty mountains of Lushan. The legends surrounding its origin are widely circulated, adding an aura of legend to Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea. According to legend, Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea was created by a monk named Huiyuan. While practicing in Lushan, Monk Huiyuan discovered that the…

Basic Introduction to Suizhou Bud TeaSuizhou Bud Tea is produced in an area located at the midpoint of the mid-latitude monsoon circulation region, at the confluence of the Yangtze River and Huai River basins. It is situated between 31°19'N and 32°26'N. Scientific research has proven that the region around 30°N ± 2° offers suitable temperatures. The tea produced here can balance both appearance and quality, with a phenol-ammonia ratio of around 10. This makes it an ideal growing area for high-quality green tea. Suizhou Bud Tea combines color, aroma, flavor, and shape, making it a signature product of the tea industry in Suizhou. Nutritional ValueModern scientific research has extensively confirmed that tea indeed contains biochemical components closely related to human health. Tea not only has stimulating, refreshing, heat-clearing, thirst-quenching, digestive, phlegm-reducing, fat-burning, irritability-alleviating, detoxifying, and hangover-relieving properties but also has pharmacological effects on modern diseases such as radiation sickness, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. The numerous pharmacological benefits and wide-ranging effects of tea make it unparalleled among other beverages. The primary active ingredients responsible for these pharmacological effects are tea polyphenols, caffeine, and polysaccharides. Product CharacteristicsThe characteristics of Suizhou Bud Tea include straight, firm strands, plump and uniform buds, a silver-green…