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This wild tea grows unattended in the natural surroundings of Wuyuan town in Jiangxi province. Lu Yu stated in his Cha Jing that: "The quality of tea which grows in the wild is better than that which grows in gardens. " Wuyuan's tea history dates back to the Tang Dynasty. Some Wuyuan teas were listed as tribute teas in Ming and Qing Dynasty. It started to be exported in big quantities since Qianlong's Time in the Qing Dynasty. The export lasts up to modern times. Wuyuan Wild tea has a refreshing mellow taste and with its affordable price make this tea a good choice as a "daily green tea"

Appearance Leaf: Small hooked leaves, with sharp ends. The color is dark green.

Liquid: Clear bright yellow

Fragrance: Wild flower aroma

Taste: Refreshing mellow

Origin: Xiaoqi Town, Wuyuan County, Jiangxi Province

Harvest: April, 2008

To brew Wuyuan wild tea, first put dry tea leaves (ratio leaves to water, 1:50) into the gaiwan, porcelain or glass teapot, then pour 85 degree water into the teaware. Let it brew for 15 to 30 seconds and it is ready for drinking.Another brewing method that can be used for Wuyuan wild tea is to first pour boiled water to about one third of the glass/cup/teapot, next put dry tea leaves in the glass and then again pour 85 degree hot water into the glass/cup/teapot till about 70%.This method is often used as a way to avoid the tender leaves to become damaged by the cooking hot water. Steeping time for the first round can be up to 15 or 20 seconds. Steeping time can be prolonged with each subsequent brew. This tea can be brewed for 3 rounds.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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List Price: 5.20 €
Price: 4.85 €
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