LU'AN GUA PIAN
MELON SEEDS
GREEN TEA
★ PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Lu'An, Anhui, China
Iconic green tea is one of the most famous teas in China. It has a history of more than a thousand years and is consistently included in the list of "Ten Famous Teas of China." MORE
It is considered that with proper storage, this green tea does not get worse and is excellent for a long time.
AROMA
Nutty
TASTE
Floral, herbal
ALTITUDE: 500-600 m
HARVEST: Spring, 2023
GREEN TEA
★ PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Lu'An, Anhui, China
Iconic green tea is one of the most famous teas in China. It has a history of more than a thousand years and is consistently included in the list of "Ten Famous Teas of China." MORE
It is considered that with proper storage, this green tea does not get worse and is excellent for a long time.
AROMA
Nutty
TASTE
Floral, herbal
ALTITUDE: 500-600 m
HARVEST: Spring, 2023
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.
Learn more about BIOCHEMISTRY OF A TEA LEAF
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
Learn more about TEA BREWING METHODS
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!
Learn more ABOUT TEA STORAGE
"MELON SEEDS"
ORIGIN
Unlike other green teas, it is made from mature leaves. "Mellon Seeds" has its name due to the shape and type of tea leaf (cultivar), and the way it is collected from the tree. The natural and climatic conditions of the area have formed a flat and oval leaf, which resembles a pumpkin seed. The first documentary mention of Lu'An Gua Pian was found in the "Cha Jing" (The Classic of Tea) of Lu Yu (733-804). It has a history of more than a thousand years and is consistently included in the list of "Ten Famous Teas of China."
ORGANOLEPTIC
Lu'An Gua Pian easily “awakens” and in response to the warm breath, you can expect a wave of fresh and at the same time sweet fragrance. There are notes of chestnuts and wildflowers. You can enjoy the aroma of tea for a long time, close your eyes, and allow your imagination to take you somewhere beyond the mountains to the meadows.
Unlike other green teas, it is made from mature leaves. "Mellon Seeds" has its name due to the shape and type of tea leaf (cultivar), and the way it is collected from the tree. The natural and climatic conditions of the area have formed a flat and oval leaf, which resembles a pumpkin seed. The first documentary mention of Lu'An Gua Pian was found in the "Cha Jing" (The Classic of Tea) of Lu Yu (733-804). It has a history of more than a thousand years and is consistently included in the list of "Ten Famous Teas of China."
ORGANOLEPTIC
Lu'An Gua Pian easily “awakens” and in response to the warm breath, you can expect a wave of fresh and at the same time sweet fragrance. There are notes of chestnuts and wildflowers. You can enjoy the aroma of tea for a long time, close your eyes, and allow your imagination to take you somewhere beyond the mountains to the meadows.
CHINA CLASSICS
Try one of the best Chinese classics from AN SHIM TEA COLLECTION