BI TAN PIAO XUE
JADE POND FLOATING SNOW
GREEN TEA
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Emeishan, Sichuan, China
Bi Tan Piao Xue is a distinctive Chinese jasmine tea from Sichuan Province, known for its visual composition of green tea leaves and scattered jasmine blossoms. The name translates as “Jade Pond Floating Snow,” referring to the appearance of white flowers floating in the infusion. The tea offers a clean and elegant profile, combining fresh vegetal notes with a soft, naturally integrated jasmine aroma. MORE
AROMA
Floral
TASTE
Floral, herbal
HARVEST: Early spring, 2026
GREEN TEA
★ PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Emeishan, Sichuan, China
Bi Tan Piao Xue is a distinctive Chinese jasmine tea from Sichuan Province, known for its visual composition of green tea leaves and scattered jasmine blossoms. The name translates as “Jade Pond Floating Snow,” referring to the appearance of white flowers floating in the infusion. The tea offers a clean and elegant profile, combining fresh vegetal notes with a soft, naturally integrated jasmine aroma. MORE
AROMA
Floral
TASTE
Floral, herbal
HARVEST: Early spring, 2026
Due to the special cultivars, climate, and quality of the tea leaves, this type of tea is rich in amino acids, vitamins, and microelements. The highest quality green teas are made from spring young buds and leaves, traditionally processed to prevent oxidation and to keep the tea leaf in its original chemical composition. Green tea regulates body temperature and is very good in the summertime.
During the research over the past few decades, it has been discovered that green tea reduces the risk of heart disease, cleans the circulatory system, strengthens blood vessels, reduces blood pressure, lowers blood sugar, prevents the development of cancer cells, and relieves nervous tension.
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EASTERN (PIN CHA) ★
Temperature: 75-85 °C
Amount: 3-5 grams per 120 ml of water
Steeping: 10-30 sec x 5+
WESTERN (INFUSION) ★
Temperature: 75-80 °C
Amount: 2-3 grams per 250 ml of water
Steeping: 1-2 min x 3
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Tea absorbs surrounding aromas and moisture. This type of tea oxidizes when it comes into contact with oxygen and loses its properties, including taste and aroma. Store it in a dry and cool place in airtight packaging. Avoid direct exposure to the sun and high temperatures.
BEST BEFORE: 2 years since production date!
BEST BEFORE: 2 years since production date!
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ABOUT
Bi Tan Piao Xue is a distinctive jasmine tea from Sichuan Province, where the name “Jade Pond Floating Snow” refers to the visual contrast of white jasmine blossoms resting on the surface of the infusion. Unlike many jasmine teas where the flowers are removed after scenting, this style intentionally preserves selected blossoms, creating both an aesthetic and aromatic dimension that is immediately visible in the cup. The tea is typically produced using a fine green tea base, often from early spring harvest, chosen for its clarity and ability to integrate floral aroma without losing its own character.
Within Chinese tea culture, scented teas represent a specialized category where craftsmanship lies in achieving harmony between the base tea and the added fragrance. Bi Tan Piao Xue reflects a more contemporary and expressive approach to this tradition, where visual presentation becomes part of the overall experience. The floating blossoms are not only decorative but also contribute a gentle, evolving aroma during brewing, enhancing the sensory complexity of the tea.
Culturally, this tea bridges classical technique and modern aesthetic sensibility. While rooted in the long-standing practice of jasmine scenting, it emphasizes elegance, clarity, and visual refinement, making it particularly suitable for mindful tea sessions where both appearance and aroma are appreciated. In this sense, Bi Tan Piao Xue stands as a unique interpretation of jasmine tea within the broader landscape of Chinese tea culture.
TERROIR
The area is characterized by frequent cloud cover, high humidity, and moderate temperatures, which slow down leaf growth and support a higher concentration of amino acids. This results in a softer, smoother base tea with a naturally clean and balanced profile, well suited for jasmine scenting.
The soils in these mountain regions are typically fertile and rich in organic matter, providing stable nutrition for the tea plants. Combined with altitude and forested surroundings, this creates a consistent microclimate that enhances aromatic clarity and reduces excessive bitterness. The relatively gentle character of Sichuan green teas allows the floral component to integrate more naturally, without overpowering the base.
An important aspect of this terroir is the relationship between the tea and the jasmine flowers used for scenting. While the tea is grown in mountain conditions, the jasmine is usually cultivated in warmer, lower-altitude areas, where flowers can develop strong and pure fragrance. The combination of these two environments, fresh, balanced green tea and intensely aromatic blossoms, defines the final character of Bi Tan Piao Xue, where clarity, softness, and floral elegance are closely interconnected.
ORGANOLEPTIC
The dry leaf appearance is elegant and expressive, with slender green leaves interspersed with visible white jasmine blossoms, creating a natural contrast that reflects the tea’s name. The aroma of the dry leaves is floral and fresh, with a clear jasmine fragrance supported by soft vegetal undertones. In a preheated gaiwan, the tea gradually opens, the aroma becoming warmer and more layered, revealing deeper floral tones with a gentle creamy sweetness. After a brief rinse, the leaves and blossoms begin to release a more integrated aromatic profile, where jasmine becomes rounder and more natural, harmonizing with fresh green notes.
The aroma of the liquor in the empty cup is clean and fragrant, with a soft floral sweetness and light warm tones that emphasize clarity and balance. The taste is smooth, soft, and well-structured, with a refined and elegant texture. From the first sips, a gentle sweetness and light vegetal notes appear, followed by a natural jasmine character that remains delicate and not overpowering. The aftertaste is clean, refreshing, and persistent, with a returning floral sweetness and a calm, composed finish. In the empty cup after drinking, a lingering jasmine aroma remains, accompanied by light creamy and honeyed nuances.
PRODUCTION
The production of Bi Tan Piao Xue follows the classical approach to jasmine tea, combining green tea processing with a refined scenting technique. The base tea is first produced as a high-quality green tea, typically from early spring material, undergoing fixation through pan-firing, followed by shaping and drying. This base is selected for its clarity, softness, and ability to absorb and support floral aroma without losing its own character.
The defining stage is the scenting process, carried out using freshly harvested jasmine blossoms. During warm seasons, when the flowers naturally open at night, layers of tea and blossoms are combined, allowing the leaves to absorb the released fragrance over several hours. After each cycle, the spent flowers are removed, and the process may be repeated multiple times to achieve a deeper and more refined aromatic profile.
A distinctive feature of Bi Tan Piao Xue is that a small number of carefully selected jasmine blossoms are intentionally retained in the final product. After scenting, the tea undergoes a gentle drying phase to stabilize moisture and fix the aroma. The result is a tea where visual presentation, floral fragrance, and the clarity of the green tea base are integrated into a balanced and elegant composition.
Bi Tan Piao Xue is a distinctive jasmine tea from Sichuan Province, where the name “Jade Pond Floating Snow” refers to the visual contrast of white jasmine blossoms resting on the surface of the infusion. Unlike many jasmine teas where the flowers are removed after scenting, this style intentionally preserves selected blossoms, creating both an aesthetic and aromatic dimension that is immediately visible in the cup. The tea is typically produced using a fine green tea base, often from early spring harvest, chosen for its clarity and ability to integrate floral aroma without losing its own character.
Within Chinese tea culture, scented teas represent a specialized category where craftsmanship lies in achieving harmony between the base tea and the added fragrance. Bi Tan Piao Xue reflects a more contemporary and expressive approach to this tradition, where visual presentation becomes part of the overall experience. The floating blossoms are not only decorative but also contribute a gentle, evolving aroma during brewing, enhancing the sensory complexity of the tea.
Culturally, this tea bridges classical technique and modern aesthetic sensibility. While rooted in the long-standing practice of jasmine scenting, it emphasizes elegance, clarity, and visual refinement, making it particularly suitable for mindful tea sessions where both appearance and aroma are appreciated. In this sense, Bi Tan Piao Xue stands as a unique interpretation of jasmine tea within the broader landscape of Chinese tea culture.
TERROIR
The area is characterized by frequent cloud cover, high humidity, and moderate temperatures, which slow down leaf growth and support a higher concentration of amino acids. This results in a softer, smoother base tea with a naturally clean and balanced profile, well suited for jasmine scenting.
The soils in these mountain regions are typically fertile and rich in organic matter, providing stable nutrition for the tea plants. Combined with altitude and forested surroundings, this creates a consistent microclimate that enhances aromatic clarity and reduces excessive bitterness. The relatively gentle character of Sichuan green teas allows the floral component to integrate more naturally, without overpowering the base.
An important aspect of this terroir is the relationship between the tea and the jasmine flowers used for scenting. While the tea is grown in mountain conditions, the jasmine is usually cultivated in warmer, lower-altitude areas, where flowers can develop strong and pure fragrance. The combination of these two environments, fresh, balanced green tea and intensely aromatic blossoms, defines the final character of Bi Tan Piao Xue, where clarity, softness, and floral elegance are closely interconnected.
ORGANOLEPTIC
The dry leaf appearance is elegant and expressive, with slender green leaves interspersed with visible white jasmine blossoms, creating a natural contrast that reflects the tea’s name. The aroma of the dry leaves is floral and fresh, with a clear jasmine fragrance supported by soft vegetal undertones. In a preheated gaiwan, the tea gradually opens, the aroma becoming warmer and more layered, revealing deeper floral tones with a gentle creamy sweetness. After a brief rinse, the leaves and blossoms begin to release a more integrated aromatic profile, where jasmine becomes rounder and more natural, harmonizing with fresh green notes.
The aroma of the liquor in the empty cup is clean and fragrant, with a soft floral sweetness and light warm tones that emphasize clarity and balance. The taste is smooth, soft, and well-structured, with a refined and elegant texture. From the first sips, a gentle sweetness and light vegetal notes appear, followed by a natural jasmine character that remains delicate and not overpowering. The aftertaste is clean, refreshing, and persistent, with a returning floral sweetness and a calm, composed finish. In the empty cup after drinking, a lingering jasmine aroma remains, accompanied by light creamy and honeyed nuances.
PRODUCTION
The production of Bi Tan Piao Xue follows the classical approach to jasmine tea, combining green tea processing with a refined scenting technique. The base tea is first produced as a high-quality green tea, typically from early spring material, undergoing fixation through pan-firing, followed by shaping and drying. This base is selected for its clarity, softness, and ability to absorb and support floral aroma without losing its own character.
The defining stage is the scenting process, carried out using freshly harvested jasmine blossoms. During warm seasons, when the flowers naturally open at night, layers of tea and blossoms are combined, allowing the leaves to absorb the released fragrance over several hours. After each cycle, the spent flowers are removed, and the process may be repeated multiple times to achieve a deeper and more refined aromatic profile.
A distinctive feature of Bi Tan Piao Xue is that a small number of carefully selected jasmine blossoms are intentionally retained in the final product. After scenting, the tea undergoes a gentle drying phase to stabilize moisture and fix the aroma. The result is a tea where visual presentation, floral fragrance, and the clarity of the green tea base are integrated into a balanced and elegant composition.
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