WUYI JIN JUN MEI
GOLDEN EYEBROWS
RED (BLACK) TEA
★ PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Xingcun, Wuyishan, Fujian, China
Wuyi Jin Jun Mei is a premium Chinese red tea from the Wuyi Mountains in Fujian Province, developed as a refined bud-based style within the Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong tradition. It is produced from carefully selected early spring buds, processed with precise oxidation to preserve sweetness and aromatic clarity. The infusion is smooth and elegant, offering pronounced honeyed notes, soft fruit nuances, and a clean, rounded finish. MORE
AROMA
Caramel, chocolate
TASTE
Bread, nut, cacao
VARIETY: Cai Cha
HARVEST: Spring, 2024
RED (BLACK) TEA
★ PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Xingcun, Wuyishan, Fujian, China
Wuyi Jin Jun Mei is a premium Chinese red tea from the Wuyi Mountains in Fujian Province, developed as a refined bud-based style within the Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong tradition. It is produced from carefully selected early spring buds, processed with precise oxidation to preserve sweetness and aromatic clarity. The infusion is smooth and elegant, offering pronounced honeyed notes, soft fruit nuances, and a clean, rounded finish. MORE
AROMA
Caramel, chocolate
TASTE
Bread, nut, cacao
VARIETY: Cai Cha
HARVEST: Spring, 2024
RED (BLACK) TEA is one of the most widely consumed and appreciated tea categories in the world. Due to its high level of oxidation and carefully controlled production process, this type of tea develops a rich concentration of aromatic compounds while preserving valuable polyphenols, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants that contribute to both its distinctive flavor and beneficial properties.
During oxidation, the chemical composition of the tea leaf changes significantly, creating the characteristic amber to deep red infusion, smooth texture, and complex aromatic profile associated with red (black) tea. It is believed that regular consumption of red tea may support cardiovascular health, improve blood circulation, contribute to the body's natural antioxidant protection, and promote mental alertness and concentration. Traditionally, red tea has also been appreciated for its warming qualities, its ability to support digestion, reduce fatigue, improve overall vitality, and provide a comforting sense of balance and well-being, especially during colder seasons.
During oxidation, the chemical composition of the tea leaf changes significantly, creating the characteristic amber to deep red infusion, smooth texture, and complex aromatic profile associated with red (black) tea. It is believed that regular consumption of red tea may support cardiovascular health, improve blood circulation, contribute to the body's natural antioxidant protection, and promote mental alertness and concentration. Traditionally, red tea has also been appreciated for its warming qualities, its ability to support digestion, reduce fatigue, improve overall vitality, and provide a comforting sense of balance and well-being, especially during colder seasons.
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SEED-GROWN TEA PLANT
This tea refers to a Qunzi Zhong, a "seed-grown tea plant". Unlike cloned or asexually propagated cultivars, which are created by cuttings or grafting from a single "mother" plant, Qunzi Zhong tea trees are grown from seeds. This results in a genetically diverse population of plants. Each seed-grown tea tree is unique, with slightly different characteristics. This genetic variety helps improve the resilience of the tea garden, making it more resistant to pests, diseases, and environmental stress. Seed-grown trees usually develop stronger and deeper roots than cloned plants, allowing them to draw nutrients and minerals from deeper soil layers, often giving the tea a more complex and rich flavor profile. Qunzi Zhong represents the traditional way of tea cultivation. Because of the genetic diversity, teas made from Qunzi Zhong plants tend to offer more layered and nuanced flavors, reflecting a richer expression of the local terroir (soil, climate, and environment).
PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Pesticide-free gardening refers to a cultivation method in which no synthetic chemical pesticides are used at any stage of plant growth. Instead, this approach relies on biodiversity, ecological balance, and cultural practices to manage pests and diseases. Unlike conventional farming, which often depends on chemical intervention to control infestations, pesticide-free gardening emphasizes prevention through healthy soil, companion planting, and natural predators. This method fosters a more resilient and adaptive garden ecosystem. Without chemical inputs, beneficial insects such as ladybugs, lacewings, and native bees thrive, contributing to pollination and pest control. Untouched by harsh agents, the soil remains alive with microbial activity, supporting deeper root systems and more vigorous plant development. Over time, this results in produce with purer, more expressive flavors, reflecting the health of the environment and the grower's intention.
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EASTERN (PIN CHA) ★
Temperature: 90-99 °C
Amount: 3-5 grams per 120 ml of water
Steeping: 10-30 sec x 7+
WESTERN (INFUSION)
Temperature: 90-95 °C
Amount: 2-3 grams per 250 ml of water
Steeping: 2 min
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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!
*Suitable for long-term aging. Under proper storage conditions, the tea may gradually develop increased depth, smoothness, and complexity.
BEST BEFORE: 2 years since production date!
*Suitable for long-term aging. Under proper storage conditions, the tea may gradually develop increased depth, smoothness, and complexity.
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ABOUT
Jin Jun Mei is a high-grade Chinese red tea originating from the Wuyi Mountain area in Fujian Province, developed in the early 2000s as a refined interpretation of the traditional Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong style. Unlike the classic versions made from larger leaves, Jin Jun Mei is produced exclusively from tender buds, which results in a more delicate, sweet, and precise profile. Its introduction marked a shift toward premium, small-batch red teas focused on raw material selection and controlled processing.
The tea is made from carefully harvested early spring buds, which are rich in amino acids and aromatic compounds. Production follows the traditional red tea method, including withering, gentle rolling, full oxidation, and drying, with particular attention given to preserving the integrity of the buds. The high level of craftsmanship required at each stage contributes to the clarity and balance of the final infusion.
Due to the limited availability of suitable raw material and the labor-intensive nature of production, Jin Jun Mei is produced in relatively small quantities. It is widely appreciated by experienced tea lovers for its refined structure, natural sweetness, and the precision that reflects both modern innovation and traditional Wuyi tea-making expertise.
TERROIR
Jin Jun Mei is sourced from the protected mountain area of Wuyishan in Fujian Province. This region is characterized by a humid subtropical climate with frequent mist, high rainfall, and stable temperatures, creating ideal conditions for slow and balanced bud development. The mountainous terrain provides filtered sunlight and clean air, supporting the accumulation of aromatic compounds while maintaining structural integrity in the tender material.
The soils of Wuyishan are mineral-rich and well-drained, contributing to the clarity and depth of the tea’s profile. Tea plants growing in this environment benefit from a combination of moisture and elevation, which enhances both sweetness and aromatic expression. The focus on early spring buds further emphasizes the influence of terroir, as these first growths contain a higher concentration of soluble compounds.
The combination of climate, soil, and careful plucking of bud material results in a terroir that produces teas with refined sweetness, smooth texture, and clear aromatic definition. This environment allows Jin Jun Mei to express both precision and elegance, with a stable and consistent development across multiple infusions.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaf appearance is fine and uniform, composed of small, tightly twisted buds in dark brown tones with abundant golden tips. The aroma of the dry leaves is clean and expressive, showing notes of honey, light cocoa, and a subtle dried fruit sweetness. In a preheated teapot, the tea gradually opens, and the aroma becomes deeper and more rounded, revealing rich honeyed tones, soft caramel, and a gentle fruity nuance. After a brief rinse, the leaves fully awaken, and the aroma gains clarity and structure, combining warm sweetness with delicate fruit notes and a refined malty undertone.
The aroma of the liquor in the empty cup is smooth and persistent, with pronounced honey notes and a light floral trace. The taste is soft and well-structured, with a silky texture and a medium-light body that remains stable across infusions. From the first sips, a clean sweetness emerges, supported by light cocoa and fruit nuances, with very low astringency. The profile remains precise and balanced, emphasizing clarity and elegance. The aftertaste is long and gentle, leaving a lingering honeyed sweetness and a slightly cooling sensation. In the empty cup after drinking, warm notes of honey, light caramel, and a subtle floral sweetness remain.
Jin Jun Mei is a high-grade Chinese red tea originating from the Wuyi Mountain area in Fujian Province, developed in the early 2000s as a refined interpretation of the traditional Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong style. Unlike the classic versions made from larger leaves, Jin Jun Mei is produced exclusively from tender buds, which results in a more delicate, sweet, and precise profile. Its introduction marked a shift toward premium, small-batch red teas focused on raw material selection and controlled processing.
The tea is made from carefully harvested early spring buds, which are rich in amino acids and aromatic compounds. Production follows the traditional red tea method, including withering, gentle rolling, full oxidation, and drying, with particular attention given to preserving the integrity of the buds. The high level of craftsmanship required at each stage contributes to the clarity and balance of the final infusion.
Due to the limited availability of suitable raw material and the labor-intensive nature of production, Jin Jun Mei is produced in relatively small quantities. It is widely appreciated by experienced tea lovers for its refined structure, natural sweetness, and the precision that reflects both modern innovation and traditional Wuyi tea-making expertise.
TERROIR
Jin Jun Mei is sourced from the protected mountain area of Wuyishan in Fujian Province. This region is characterized by a humid subtropical climate with frequent mist, high rainfall, and stable temperatures, creating ideal conditions for slow and balanced bud development. The mountainous terrain provides filtered sunlight and clean air, supporting the accumulation of aromatic compounds while maintaining structural integrity in the tender material.
The soils of Wuyishan are mineral-rich and well-drained, contributing to the clarity and depth of the tea’s profile. Tea plants growing in this environment benefit from a combination of moisture and elevation, which enhances both sweetness and aromatic expression. The focus on early spring buds further emphasizes the influence of terroir, as these first growths contain a higher concentration of soluble compounds.
The combination of climate, soil, and careful plucking of bud material results in a terroir that produces teas with refined sweetness, smooth texture, and clear aromatic definition. This environment allows Jin Jun Mei to express both precision and elegance, with a stable and consistent development across multiple infusions.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaf appearance is fine and uniform, composed of small, tightly twisted buds in dark brown tones with abundant golden tips. The aroma of the dry leaves is clean and expressive, showing notes of honey, light cocoa, and a subtle dried fruit sweetness. In a preheated teapot, the tea gradually opens, and the aroma becomes deeper and more rounded, revealing rich honeyed tones, soft caramel, and a gentle fruity nuance. After a brief rinse, the leaves fully awaken, and the aroma gains clarity and structure, combining warm sweetness with delicate fruit notes and a refined malty undertone.
The aroma of the liquor in the empty cup is smooth and persistent, with pronounced honey notes and a light floral trace. The taste is soft and well-structured, with a silky texture and a medium-light body that remains stable across infusions. From the first sips, a clean sweetness emerges, supported by light cocoa and fruit nuances, with very low astringency. The profile remains precise and balanced, emphasizing clarity and elegance. The aftertaste is long and gentle, leaving a lingering honeyed sweetness and a slightly cooling sensation. In the empty cup after drinking, warm notes of honey, light caramel, and a subtle floral sweetness remain.
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