AAA (Imperial) grade Jin Jun Mei from Tong Mu Guan village in the Wu Yi mountains! Special processing and super-fine leaves gives this a unique taste and strong cha qi!
Type: Black Tea
Cultivar: Lapsang souchong
Origin: Tongmuguan, Wuyishan, Fujian
Harvest date: 2019/03/26
Storage Methods: Sealed, Prevent moisture, Vacuum, Alone
Feature: Ma su is one of the top village in tong mu guang (around 1500m height ). Because the altitude is different, so the tea leaves are also uneven, some are already open side small leaves, some are still small spores. However, the special geographical and ecological environment has shaped the different high quality of tea, such as the fresh and tender tea leaves and the sweet and delicate tea soup. When we make this tea , the tea table seems to be overturned with honey and full of the taste of spring pollen. The brewed leaves are fresh and flexible, and the tea is round and full, fresh and sweet.
Jin Jun Mei Brewing Instructions
Our AAA grade Jin Jun Mei tea is an adaptable black tea for infusing either conventionally or using the gongfu approach however, the distinction of this tea reveals itself best when using a higher leaf to water ratio and shorter infusion times. Follow proper procedures for whichever method you prefer and you will not be disappointed
Water Temperature: Use 85-90c spring water
Water Quality: Best with Spring Water
Amount of Leaf (per 6 fl oz water): 2 Tbl. (4-5 grams)
Steep Time: 30 seconds to 5 minutes
Number of Infusions: 3-4 depending upon your method of brewing
Our AAA grade Jin Jun Mei tea can be brewed using either the standard western or the Chinese gongfu method. When using the western method we highly recommend brewing your tea in a teapot or mug with a removable infuser so that you can remove the leaves at the end of the steeping time. Whole leaf teas of this quality need room to unfurl and expand in the water in order to perform their "magic." However, leaving the tea leaves in the water will result in an over-infused, bitter tea. If you want a stronger cup of tea increase the amount of leaf rather than the steeping time. If you don't have a removable infuser, you can brew the loose leaves directly in the pot. At the end of the steeping time, pour all of the tea into a warm serving pitcher or pot.
When using the traditional Chinese gongfu method increase the leaf to water ratio to 2 grams per 100 mil. water. The first infusion will be for about 30 seconds, increasing the time for each subsequent infusion. In this manner you will get approximately four infusions.
This is a delicate tea, so don't use too much tea, time or heat on it!
Does tea have calories or carbohydrates?
Some loose leaf teas may have calories in them but they dissolve once hot water is added to it and have finished steeping the tea. Meaning; the tea will most likely help you loose weight. For example Oolong tea has about 2% calories but once you add the hot water the calories will be gone and should help with weight loss.
How long does loose tea stay fresh?
Freshness in canister is averaged at 6 months.
Freshness out of the canister is averaged at 1-2 months.
Refrigeration: For best results store your tea in an air tight canister and keep it in your
refrigerator for an average shelf life of over a year.
Can Tea Actually Make a Difference in My Health?
Yes. Tea offers numerous health benefits, ranging from digestion to cancer prevention. You can search our website for the health benefits of the tea, and do your own research. Compare what you find elsewhere with what we have posted on our website. All of the health benefits we post are based on expert research and clinical studies. However, in order to see results, you must drink the tea every day, just like you would do with a medicine or vitamin. Also, every person’s health is different, and some people may not see the same results as others. There is no denying that tea is good for you. It tremendously boosts the overall health of your body.
What About Tea Is Healthy For Me?
Every person’s health is different, and requires different things, and every tea has different health benefits.
What Does “Steep” Mean?
To “steep” tea is to submerge the tea in boiling water. The literal definition is to soak in water or other liquid, as to soften, cleanse, or extract some constituent. Allowing the tea to “steep” extracts the flavor from the tea leaves into the water. All tea has different steeping times, anywhere from 1 minute to 10 minutes.
How Much Tea Do I Have to Drink to Get the Health Benefits?
We recommend starting with at least 2-4 cups a day to receive the full benefit of the tea. After you start seeing results, you can just drink least 2 cups per day.