Mao Jian (毛尖) literally means ‘Fur Tips’. This beautiful Green tea is hand-plucked in Spring with only the tippy or 'fuzzy' leaves being chosen. The tips are tightly rolled and then pan-fried creating a neatly compacted, curly leaf with a gentle fuzz.
These succulent, neat little tips impart a smooth and golden amber, beautiful to the eye. Often a preferred green in the UK market owing to a smooth taste with no astringent flavour typically associated with green teas. It is smooth and full-bodied.
Mao Jian traditionally hails from Henan Province (河南省), while this particular harvest is from the southerly high mountain terrain in Hunan Province (湖南省). Mao Jian Hunan (毛尖绿茶) is considered a fine grade Green tea in China.
A sublime treat to all senses with every slurp.
Tasting Details
Specification
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. Re-seal packaging between use.
How to Brew
- Use 1 teaspoon of leaves (roughly 3g) for each person you are brewing tea for.
- Cool your water a little. Around 75-85 degrees is perfect.
- Steep for 2-5 minutes according to taste.
- Reuse the leaves a further 3 times, by simply adding more hot water.
