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Lao Shou Mei ("Old Man's Eyebrows", "Longevity Eyebrows") is an aged white tea from the northern part of Fujian Province, the historical home of this type. It is made from spring raw material of the 2019 harvest and, thanks to years of careful storage, has become a mature and distinctive drink.
This is a classic Shou Mei: large leaves, a moderate amount of buds and a few stems. The leaves have a brownish color that reflects the age of the tea.
Characteristics
- Type: aged white tea (lao bai cha), Shou Mei
- Region: northern Fujian
- Harvest: spring 2019
- Leaf: large, brownish, a moderate amount of buds, a few stems
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf: soft, expressive and juicy; berry and herbal, slightly spicy, with nuances of citrus.
Infusion: harmonious and noble, with nuances of berries, medicinal herbs, spices and dried wildflowers. The aroma is warm, lingering and sweetly spicy; the taste is juicy, clean and rounded.
Aftertaste: warm and pleasant.
Why You'll Love It
A good everyday white tea for those who love a soft, distinctive flavor. It is easy to drink in the morning, afternoon and evening; it suits gongfu brewing, boiling and even steeping in a thermos.
How to Brew
Gongfu brewing (porcelain or glass):
- 3–4 g of tea per 100 ml of water
- water at 90 °C
- short infusions of 10–15 s, then add 5–15 s each time
- the flavor holds through 6–7 infusions
Western-style brewing (porcelain or glass teapot):
- 7–9 g of tea per 1 l of water
- water at 85–90 °C; warm the teapot with boiling water and cover with the lid
- steep for 3–5 min and pour into cups
Storage
Store in a dry place free of foreign odors, away from light and moisture.