MO LI ZHEN ZHU CHA
JASMINE DRAGON PEARLS
GREEN TEA
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Fuding, Fujian, China
Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha, known in English as Jasmine Pearl Tea, is one of China’s most elegant and aromatic teas. It originates primarily from Fuding or Ningde in Fujian Province, regions famous for producing high-quality green and white teas as well as refined jasmine-scented varieties. MORE
AROMA
Floral
TASTE
Floral, herbal
ALTITUDE: 700-800 m
CULTIVAR: Fuding Da Bai
HARVEST: Early spring, 2025
GREEN TEA
★ PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Fuding, Fujian, China
Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha, known in English as Jasmine Pearl Tea, is one of China’s most elegant and aromatic teas. It originates primarily from Fuding or Ningde in Fujian Province, regions famous for producing high-quality green and white teas as well as refined jasmine-scented varieties. MORE
AROMA
Floral
TASTE
Floral, herbal
ALTITUDE: 700-800 m
CULTIVAR: Fuding Da Bai
HARVEST: Early spring, 2025
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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"JASMINE DRAGON PEARLS"
ABOUT
Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha, known in English as Jasmine Dragon Pearls, is one of China’s most elegant and aromatic teas. It originates primarily from Fuding or Ningde in Fujian Province, regions famous for producing high-quality green and white teas as well as refined jasmine-scented varieties. The base tea used for Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha is usually a high-grade green tea, often made from tender spring buds and young leaves. These are hand-rolled into small, tight pearls - hence the name Zhen Zhu, meaning “pearls.” The finished pearls are later scented with fresh jasmine blossoms, typically harvested in the evening when their aroma is strongest.
The scenting process is highly meticulous: fresh jasmine flowers are layered with the tea leaves overnight so that the tea absorbs the floral fragrance. The next morning, the flowers are removed, and the process is repeated multiple times - sometimes up to six or seven rounds for top-quality tea. This traditional method results in a natural, long-lasting aroma rather than the artificial scenting common in lower-grade jasmine teas. Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha represents the union of Chinese craftsmanship and nature’s harmony. It is both a sensory and aesthetic experience - elegant to watch, soothing to taste, and symbolically associated with purity, grace, and refinement.
ORIGIN
Fuding, located in northeastern Fujian Province, is one of China’s most famous tea regions and the birthplace of the country’s finest white teas. Nestled among the misty Taimu Mountains, the area enjoys a mild subtropical climate, mineral-rich soil, and high humidity - ideal conditions for producing teas of exceptional purity and sweetness. With elevations ranging from 600 to 1,200 meters, the tea gardens of Fuding are often surrounded by clouds and soft mountain light, allowing the leaves to develop a delicate aroma and smooth, balanced taste.
Fuding is best known for its white teas, especially Bai Hao Yin Zhen (Silver Needle) and Bai Mu Dan (White Peony), both crafted from the local Da Bai cultivar that gives these teas their signature softness and gentle fragrance. The region is also a center for high-quality green and jasmine teas, where fresh spring leaves are often used as the base for the traditional Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha (Jasmine Dragon Pearls). Tea cultivation in Fuding dates back more than a thousand years, and the area holds official Geographic Indication (GI) protection for its white teas, reflecting its heritage and quality. Teas from Fuding are prized for their clarity, sweetness, and natural balance - a true expression of mountain terroir and traditional craftsmanship. They embody the refined harmony between nature and human skill that defines Fujian’s tea culture and continues to inspire tea lovers around the world.
ORGANOLEPTIC
The dry leaf of Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha consists of small, hand-rolled pearls with a silvery-green hue and a soft, velvety surface. The aroma is delicate and refined, combining the sweetness of jasmine blossoms with the freshness of young green leaves — light, floral, and pure. When placed in a preheated teapot, the fragrance deepens, releasing elegant layers of jasmine, honey, and tender herbs. The aroma becomes round and soothing, carrying both warmth and freshness.
The infusion is clear, pale golden-green, and luminous. Its aroma is gentle yet expressive — rich jasmine sweetness intertwined with vegetal clarity and a touch of floral creaminess. In taste, Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha is smooth, harmonious, and slightly creamy. The liquor reveals soft floral notes balanced by light umami and fresh vegetal tones. Subtle sweetness unfolds gradually, leaving the mouth clean and lightly perfumed. The aftertaste is long and refreshing, with a lingering jasmine fragrance and cool, sweet finish. Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha represents the perfect union of green tea and flower — refined, graceful, and deeply soothing, offering an experience of calm clarity and natural elegance.
GASTRONOMY
Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha, with its elegant jasmine aroma and balanced green tea base, is a refined choice for pairing with light and delicate cuisine. Its floral sweetness and smooth body enhance subtle flavors while cleansing the palate with freshness.
It pairs beautifully with steamed white fish, shrimp, and scallops, where the tea’s gentle perfume and soft umami highlight natural sweetness. It also complements rice dishes, vegetable tempura, and light tofu preparations, adding aromatic contrast and refinement. For desserts, Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha harmonizes with almond cookies, citrus tarts, light pastries, and white chocolate, where its jasmine fragrance softens sweetness and adds a floral layer of complexity. Served warm, it creates a calm, aromatic balance; served chilled, it becomes a refreshing companion to summer meals. Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha brings an air of grace to the dining table — subtle, fragrant, and timelessly elegant.
Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha, known in English as Jasmine Dragon Pearls, is one of China’s most elegant and aromatic teas. It originates primarily from Fuding or Ningde in Fujian Province, regions famous for producing high-quality green and white teas as well as refined jasmine-scented varieties. The base tea used for Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha is usually a high-grade green tea, often made from tender spring buds and young leaves. These are hand-rolled into small, tight pearls - hence the name Zhen Zhu, meaning “pearls.” The finished pearls are later scented with fresh jasmine blossoms, typically harvested in the evening when their aroma is strongest.
The scenting process is highly meticulous: fresh jasmine flowers are layered with the tea leaves overnight so that the tea absorbs the floral fragrance. The next morning, the flowers are removed, and the process is repeated multiple times - sometimes up to six or seven rounds for top-quality tea. This traditional method results in a natural, long-lasting aroma rather than the artificial scenting common in lower-grade jasmine teas. Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha represents the union of Chinese craftsmanship and nature’s harmony. It is both a sensory and aesthetic experience - elegant to watch, soothing to taste, and symbolically associated with purity, grace, and refinement.
ORIGIN
Fuding, located in northeastern Fujian Province, is one of China’s most famous tea regions and the birthplace of the country’s finest white teas. Nestled among the misty Taimu Mountains, the area enjoys a mild subtropical climate, mineral-rich soil, and high humidity - ideal conditions for producing teas of exceptional purity and sweetness. With elevations ranging from 600 to 1,200 meters, the tea gardens of Fuding are often surrounded by clouds and soft mountain light, allowing the leaves to develop a delicate aroma and smooth, balanced taste.
Fuding is best known for its white teas, especially Bai Hao Yin Zhen (Silver Needle) and Bai Mu Dan (White Peony), both crafted from the local Da Bai cultivar that gives these teas their signature softness and gentle fragrance. The region is also a center for high-quality green and jasmine teas, where fresh spring leaves are often used as the base for the traditional Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha (Jasmine Dragon Pearls). Tea cultivation in Fuding dates back more than a thousand years, and the area holds official Geographic Indication (GI) protection for its white teas, reflecting its heritage and quality. Teas from Fuding are prized for their clarity, sweetness, and natural balance - a true expression of mountain terroir and traditional craftsmanship. They embody the refined harmony between nature and human skill that defines Fujian’s tea culture and continues to inspire tea lovers around the world.
ORGANOLEPTIC
The dry leaf of Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha consists of small, hand-rolled pearls with a silvery-green hue and a soft, velvety surface. The aroma is delicate and refined, combining the sweetness of jasmine blossoms with the freshness of young green leaves — light, floral, and pure. When placed in a preheated teapot, the fragrance deepens, releasing elegant layers of jasmine, honey, and tender herbs. The aroma becomes round and soothing, carrying both warmth and freshness.
The infusion is clear, pale golden-green, and luminous. Its aroma is gentle yet expressive — rich jasmine sweetness intertwined with vegetal clarity and a touch of floral creaminess. In taste, Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha is smooth, harmonious, and slightly creamy. The liquor reveals soft floral notes balanced by light umami and fresh vegetal tones. Subtle sweetness unfolds gradually, leaving the mouth clean and lightly perfumed. The aftertaste is long and refreshing, with a lingering jasmine fragrance and cool, sweet finish. Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha represents the perfect union of green tea and flower — refined, graceful, and deeply soothing, offering an experience of calm clarity and natural elegance.
GASTRONOMY
Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha, with its elegant jasmine aroma and balanced green tea base, is a refined choice for pairing with light and delicate cuisine. Its floral sweetness and smooth body enhance subtle flavors while cleansing the palate with freshness.
It pairs beautifully with steamed white fish, shrimp, and scallops, where the tea’s gentle perfume and soft umami highlight natural sweetness. It also complements rice dishes, vegetable tempura, and light tofu preparations, adding aromatic contrast and refinement. For desserts, Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha harmonizes with almond cookies, citrus tarts, light pastries, and white chocolate, where its jasmine fragrance softens sweetness and adds a floral layer of complexity. Served warm, it creates a calm, aromatic balance; served chilled, it becomes a refreshing companion to summer meals. Mo Li Zhen Zhu Cha brings an air of grace to the dining table — subtle, fragrant, and timelessly elegant.
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