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Bi Luo Chun (碧螺春) is one of the best-known green teas of China, and its name translates as "Emerald Spirals of Spring." This version, Fujian Bi Luo Chun, is number 2 in our catalog. The name describes the look of the tea exactly: the leaves are rolled into small spirals resembling snail shells.
The tea is picked in early spring, while the leaves are young and tender, and then processed and dried to preserve freshness and aroma. The rolling into spirals is done by hand. The result is a light, floral green tea with a soft, slightly sweet flavor.
Characteristics
- Type: green tea
- Region: Fujian Province, China
- Harvest: early spring
- Form: hand-rolled spirals
- Liquor: light green with a golden shade
- Flavor: delicate, slightly sweet, with a light bitterness
- Contains caffeine
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf. Small emerald-green spirals.
Aroma. Floral notes dominate, reminiscent of jasmine and lychee.
Taste. Delicate and slightly sweet, with a light bitterness and a refreshing aftertaste.
Why You'll Love It
A light, invigorating tea for the morning and afternoon breaks. Its floral aroma and fresh taste make it a good introduction to Chinese green tea. The spirals unfurl gradually, and each infusion differs slightly in aroma.
How to Brew
- Western-style brewing (teapot): 3-5 g per 150 ml of water, 80-85 °C, 2-3 min.
- Gongfu brewing (short infusions): 5-6 g per 100 ml, 80-85 °C, infusions of 10-15 s with gradually increasing time.
- Do not use boiling water: it makes green tea taste bitter.
Storage
Store in a dry, cool place in tightly closed packaging, away from light and foreign odors.
