Tea is a traditional specialty of the mainland, with a rich variety, among which green tea is the most well-known. It can be said that among the six major tea categories in China, green tea alone occupies half of the entire tea market. At present, the mainland Saida tea area has its own green tea raw tea, and each producing area has bred many famous and high-quality green teas because of its unique geographical environment, climatic conditions and tea tree varieties.
Next, let's take a look at the origins, characteristics and drinking methods of some of China's famous green teas, and let's explore the diverse charms of Chinese green tea.
1. Hangzhou West Lake Longjing
1. Brief introduction of origin
Located in Xihu District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China, West Lake Longjing Tea is one of the most famous green tea producing areas in China. Its unique environmental conditions, such as a subtropical monsoon climate, sandy loam soil, and abundant rainwater, provide excellent conditions for the growth of tea plants.
2. Tea characteristics
The West Lake Longjing tea strips are slender and even, the color is emerald green and bright, and the bottom of the leaves is tender green like jade, with luster. Its aroma is high and fresh, the taste is fresh and sweet, and it has the characteristics of "tender, fragrant, sweet and rhyme".
3. How to drink
When drinking West Lake Longjing tea, you should first choose a transparent glass or white porcelain cup to observe the color and shape of the tea. Put an appropriate amount of tea leaves into a cup, pour hot water at about 80°C, and steep for 1 to 2 minutes. West Lake Longjing tea is fragrant and refreshing, suitable for drinking in the morning, can clean the mouth, refresh the mind.
2. Maofeng of Huangshan Mountain, Anhui Province
1. Brief introduction of origin
Huangshan Maofeng Tea is located in Huangshan City, Anhui Province, China, and is one of the top ten famous teas in China. It is located in the foothills of the Huangshan Mountains, with a mild and humid climate, fertile soil and abundant sunshine, which is suitable for the growth of tea trees.
2. Tea characteristics
Huangshan Maofeng tea leaves are slender, the shape is straight, the color is tender green, the tea hair is even, and it exudes a unique aroma of fragrance and refreshingness. The tea soup is clear and bright, the taste is fresh and sweet, and the aftertaste is long-lasting.
3. How to drink
When drinking Huangshan Maofeng tea, it is advisable to choose a white porcelain cup, put an appropriate amount of tea leaves into the cup, pour hot water from 80 °C to 85 °C, and soak for 2 to 3 minutes before drinking. Huangshan Maofeng tea is fresh and refreshing, suitable for morning or afternoon drinking, helping to refresh the mind and eliminate fatigue.
Third, Xinyang hair tip
1. Brief introduction of origin
Xinyang Maojian tea is located in Xinyang City, Henan Province, China, and is one of the top ten famous teas in China. Xinyang has a mild and humid climate, located in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River, with fertile soil, abundant rain and sunshine to provide good conditions for the growth of tea trees.
52. Tea characteristics
Xinyang Maojian tea is made of young buds as raw materials, the appearance is slender and even, the leaf color is emerald green, the white hao is revealed, and the tea soup is clear and bright. Its aroma is high and fresh, the taste is tender and sweet, with a refreshing sweet taste.
3. How to drink
When drinking Xinyang Maojian tea, you can choose a glass or white porcelain cup, put an appropriate amount of tea leaves into the cup, pour hot water from 80°C to 85°C, and soak for 1 to 2 minutes before drinking. Xinyang Maojian tea is fragrant and refreshing, suitable for drinking in the morning or afternoon, helping to refresh the mind and rejuvenate.
Fourth, Jiangsu Taihu Lake Biluochun
1. Brief introduction of origin
Located in Wuzhong District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China, Taihu Biluo Spring Tea is one of the top ten famous teas in China and is known as the "King of Chinese Tea". Located on the west slope of Wushan Mountain on the southeast shore of Taihu Lake, Taihu Biluochun Tea Garden has a mild and humid climate, fertile soil and abundant sunshine, which is suitable for the growth of tea trees.
2. Tea characteristics
Taihu Biluo spring tea leaves are slender and even, the color is tender green, oily and bright, the bottom of the leaves is tender green and bright, and the buds and leaves are fat. Its aroma is high, with a fresh orchid fragrance and a fresh fruit fragrance, the taste is fresh and sweet, and the sweet aftertaste is long-lasting.
3. How to drink
When drinking Taihu Biluo Spring Tea, you can choose a glass or purple clay pot, put an appropriate amount of tea leaves into the pot or cup, pour hot water from 80°C to 85°C, and soak for 1 to 2 minutes before drinking. Taihu Biluo Spring Tea is fragrant and refreshing, suitable for morning or afternoon drinking, helping to refresh the mind and enhance physical strength.
Fifth, Sichuan Emei snow buds
1. Brief introduction of origin
Emei Snow Bud Tea is located in Emeishan City, Sichuan Province, China, and is one of the famous and high-quality green teas in China. Mount Emei has a cool climate, abundant rainfall, clouds and mist, and fertile soil, which is suitable for the growth of tea trees.
2. Tea characteristics
Emei snow bud tea has a uniform appearance, emerald green color, white hairs like snow, and the bottom of the leaves is tender and bright. Its aroma is high, with a fresh floral fragrance, the taste is fresh and sweet, and the aftertaste is long.
3. How to drink
When drinking Emei snow bud tea, you can choose a transparent glass, put an appropriate amount of tea leaves into the cup, pour hot water from 80 °C to 85 °C, and soak for 2 to 3 minutes before drinking. Emei snow bud tea is fragrant and refreshing, suitable for morning or afternoon drinking, helping to refresh the mind and eliminate fatigue.
The production areas of China's famous green tea are widely distributed, and each production area has a unique geographical environment and climatic conditions, giving birth to famous and high-quality green tea with its own characteristics. Whether it is the fragrance and refreshing taste of West Lake Longjing, or the aroma of flowers and fruits in Biluochun, each green tea has its own unique charm and drinking method. Of course, there are many more green teas, which you are welcome to add below.