Premium Mengding Mao Feng Green Tea – Imperial Tribute Tea from Sichuan
Tea Characteristics:
Type: Rare Mao Feng (毛峰) green tea – hand-plucked early spring buds
Origin: Mengding Mountain, Sichuan – Birthplace of Chinese tea culture (2000+ years)
Appearance: Slender, downy buds with vibrant jade-green color – "one bud, one leaf" standard
Harvest: Pre-Qing Ming (明前) – First flush 2024, the most prized picking season
Processing: Traditional pan-fired to preserve freshness – no additives
Flavor Profile:
Taste: Sweet chestnut with delicate orchid florals and a whisper of spring grass
Aroma: Fresh steamed asparagus meets honeyed magnolia
Mouthfeel: Silky smooth with a lingering umami finish (like premium Japanese gyokuro)
Cha Qi: Calming yet mindfully uplifting – perfect for meditation
Brewing Guide (Japanese/Kung Fu style):
Water: 75°C–80°C (167°F–176°F) – Never boiling! (preserves amino acids)
Leaf-to-Water: 3g tea / 150ml glass or gaiwan
1st Steep: 60 sec → 2nd+: +15 sec per infusion (yields 3–5 exquisite brews)
Pro Tip: Sip slowly to detect evolving "cooling orchid aftertaste"
Storage Tips:
Refrigerate in airtight bag (away from odors) for maximum freshness (up to 18 months)
Daily Use: Keep small amounts in double-lidded tea caddy (avoid light/heat)
Consume within 1 year for peak vibrancy (not for long-term aging)
Tea Characteristics:
Type: Rare Mao Feng (毛峰) green tea – hand-plucked early spring buds
Origin: Mengding Mountain, Sichuan – Birthplace of Chinese tea culture (2000+ years)
Appearance: Slender, downy buds with vibrant jade-green color – "one bud, one leaf" standard
Harvest: Pre-Qing Ming (明前) – First flush 2024, the most prized picking season
Processing: Traditional pan-fired to preserve freshness – no additives
Flavor Profile:
Taste: Sweet chestnut with delicate orchid florals and a whisper of spring grass
Aroma: Fresh steamed asparagus meets honeyed magnolia
Mouthfeel: Silky smooth with a lingering umami finish (like premium Japanese gyokuro)
Cha Qi: Calming yet mindfully uplifting – perfect for meditation
Brewing Guide (Japanese/Kung Fu style):
Water: 75°C–80°C (167°F–176°F) – Never boiling! (preserves amino acids)
Leaf-to-Water: 3g tea / 150ml glass or gaiwan
1st Steep: 60 sec → 2nd+: +15 sec per infusion (yields 3–5 exquisite brews)
Pro Tip: Sip slowly to detect evolving "cooling orchid aftertaste"
Storage Tips:
Refrigerate in airtight bag (away from odors) for maximum freshness (up to 18 months)
Daily Use: Keep small amounts in double-lidded tea caddy (avoid light/heat)
Consume within 1 year for peak vibrancy (not for long-term aging)