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TEA OF THE WEEK
洞庭碧螺春
Floral, Light, Slight Acidity
Biluochun is a very famous Chinese green tea that originates from the Dongting Mountain region in Suzhou, Jiangsu. The finished tea's iconic snail-shaped buds and leaves along with its bright, floral, and refreshing flavour profile has made it one of the most sought after green teas in China and across the world.
This Dongting Biluochun we have here comes from Biluo village itself, with the tea farm being located up the mountain from the village. This tea is more of an easy-drinker, with lighter floral and airy notes that fill your mouth. It's texture, albeit slightly puckering at first, evolves into juiciness as you continue drinking the tea. In China, this Biluochun is classified as "特级", or "special grade", but I'd rather you try the tea yourself and let it do the talking instead.
If you'd like to try this tea together with our other Biluochun green tea, Yixing Biluochun, see our Biluochun sample pack here!
Tea Information
- Harvest Date: 16th March 2023
- Origin: Near Biluo Village, Dongshan, Wuzhong District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China (中国，江苏省，苏州市，吴中区，东山，碧螺村)
- Varietal: Qunti Small-Leaf (群体小叶种)
- Elevation: 180m
- Source: Directly from Farmer
- Organic?: Organic methods are used but uncertified
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Brewing Guide
Gongfu Brewing:
- Leaf-to-water ratio: 4g/100ml
- Temperature: 85°C/185°F
- Steeping time: 30s, +20s for each subsequent steep
Western Brewing:
- Leaf-to-water ratio: 4g/400ml
- Temperature: 85°C/185°F
- Steeping time: 3m30s, +1m or more for each subsequent steep
Grandpa Style:
- Leaf-to-water ratio: 4g/300ml
- Temperature: 85°C/185°F
- Steeping time: 2m30s, top up to taste
Don't know anything about these brewing styles? Fret not! Read our "How to Brew Chinese Tea" article here!
* Ultimately, experiment with the different parameters to find what works for you. If you think it's too bitter, reduce the temperature. If it's too strong, reduce the number of leaves used. This is just a guide with rough parameters to get you started.
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Processing the farmer's tea leaves
The farmer's tea farm
