Mao
Jian (Gu Zhang) has been well known since ancient times when it was a tribute to
the imperial family. Due to its unique quality. This mao jian style tea from Hunan Province in China brews is refreshing and uplifting. It makes a great
all-day-long tea and a marvelous introduction to straight green teas.
Located in southern Henan Province, Xinyang is a place with a mild
climate and good conditions for growing trees that produce the tea's
unique quality: Xinyang tea trees are planted at high altitudes where
the weather is clearly divided by four distinct seasons. Many high
mountains, such as Mt. Cheyun, Mt. Jiyun, and Mt. Tianyun, also surround
the location in order to support environmental humidification and
moisture. Moreover, there is an abundance of forests, clouds, rainfall,
and a large temperature difference between day and night. These
geographical advantages help keep Xin Yang's soil healthy and fertile,
while trees more efficiently absorb chemical elements to produce higher
quality green tea.
The appearance of the Mao Jian tea's leaves are commonly known as "hairy
tips”, a name that refers to the leaves' slightly dark-green color,
straight and delicate edges, and thin and firmly rolled appearance with
both ends in a pointed shape.After brewing Maojian and pouring the water into a teacup, the aroma will flow into the air and create a peaceful atmosphere.
Tea
Chart
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Descriptions
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Appearance
of tea type
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Bright
Vivid Green Fine Powder
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Flavor
- Taste
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Light,
Grassy, Smooth, Sweet, Fresh
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Caffeine
Level
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Low
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Origin
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Southern Henan Province, Xinyang, China
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Organic Premium Mao Jian Green Tea
Brewing Guidelines
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Serving
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1
teaspoon per 6 oz cup
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Water
Temperature
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185°
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Steeping
Time
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Approx.
3 minutes
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Variations
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None
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We encourage you to experiment with steeping times and quantity of tea leaves used per brew to discover your perfect soothing cup of tea. We recommend warming up you teapot and cups before serving to retain the warmth of your tea while sipping. Start by pouring hot water into your teapot and cups, let sit and then drain completely before serving your hot tea. Prepare Herbescent loose leaf teas & botanical's by using accessories to properly brew loose leaf tea like a teapot with a tea basket strainer, draw string tea filters, stainless steel infuser baskets or traditional brewing methods.
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