Zhu Ye Qing 竹葉青

Zhu Ye Qing 竹葉青

• fresh, mellow, unbeatable lingering "gan" (light astringent) taste
• 2024 Mingqian Tea 明前茶

One of the top ten most famous teas of Sichuan harvested from the Emei high mountain. The leaves are flat and smooth, uniformly straight and beautiful.

The dry tea leaf is bright green with a sheen; the aroma has a chestnut fragrance, rich and persistent, the soup colour is bright and the taste is fresh and mellow with an unbeatable lingering "gan" (light astringent) taste.

• Antioxidant Level: High
• Caffeine Content: Low
• Origin: Sichuan, China
• Product Code: GS386

Notes:  to prolong shelf life it's best to store this tea in the freezer

Brewing Guide:
Water:  150ml @ 80°C
Tea:  4g (1 tsp)
Brewing:  25 seconds, 2nd brew 65°C , 3-4 brews
Infuser Material:  glassware or porcelain

The brewing guide is a starting point. Once you have mastered the basics, we encourage you to experiment and personalize your brew!

Please note that this tea is not available in metal tins, as it is a delicate first-pick green tea with higher moisture content. For optimal preservation, we strongly recommend storing it in a consistently cold environment such as a refrigerator or freezer.

If you still prefer to use a tin for storage or gifting purposes, you may purchase one separately here: [Tea Tins]. Thank you for your understanding.