Pre-Qing Ming Green Tea Gift Set

There's nothing more exquisite than pre-Qing Ming (明前) teas for green tea lovers. This year, our green tea gift set stars two of our most exceptional high grade qunti zhong cultivar (群體種)  pre-Qing Ming teas: 

Shi Feng Long Jing / Lion Peak Dragonwell

First is Shi Feng Long Jing. Hailing from Lion Peak (獅子峰) which produces some of the highest grade Long Jing / Dragonwell tea. Handpicked early in the season, the leaves are very tender. It is partly handmade (半手工) and processed, producing a complex tea with a lot of depth, It delivers a fresh taste with an aroma that is reminiscent of cooked beans and a delicate floral undertones. 

Bi Luo Chun

Bi Luo Chun is known for its delicate and exquisite flavor. It features tightly rolled leaves resembling small snails, which unfurl beautifully when brewed. This 2024 Bi Luo Chun is also made from Qunti Zhong (群體種), sometimes refer to as indigenous, native or sexually propagated type, which is more preferred than the clonal type. This tea offers a refreshing and floral taste with hints of sweetness. Brewing it stronger, it is mellow with a good hui gan (or sweet aftertaste). It is a perfect tea for tea lovers seeking a light and mellow green tea.