Orchid Jade Green Tea 50gr

Orchid Jade Green Tea is a refined experience for the palate, an artisanal tea capable of combining the floral delicacy typical of Taiwanese oolongs with the pure freshness of Chinese green tea. Made according to traditional Yunnan methods, this tea surprises with its balance between sweetness, aroma and lightness. Its fine leaves offer a bright green-yellow cup, with an unmistakable orchid scent and a gentle sugary note.​ Origin and processing The cultivar of this tea originally comes from Taiwan, where it is usually used for the production of oolong. However, the master craftsmen of Yunnan have reinterpreted this noble raw material by transforming it into a green tea, respecting the traditional processes of their region. Careful processing allows the natural aroma of the Taiwanese cultivar to be preserved intact, but with the freshness and clarity that only a well-made green tea can offer.​ Tasting Notes When infused, Orchid Jade Green Tea presents itself with a transparent liquor with light green-yellow reflections. The scent that comes from the wet leaves is reminiscent of an orchid garden in spring, with a sweet base that evokes candied fruit and fresh vegetables. To the taste, this tea is soft and velvety: the floral notes blend with a natural sugary hint, while in the finish you can perceive a light herbaceous persistence, never bitter or astringent. ​ The mouthfeel is clean and refined, with a lightness that invites a second cup. Perfect for those who love elegant green teas, but with a richer aromatic soul, this tea represents a bridge between two tea cultures: the intense and fragrant one of Taiwan and the clear and balanced one of Yunnan.​ Place of Origin Puer, Yunnan Infusion Method We highly recommend infusing this tea with the traditional Chinese method (gong fu cha) to enjoy these leaves at their best. Following this preparation, you can use 5 grams of leaves (about 3 teaspoons) in a gaiwan of about 150 ml to obtain several infusions with different flavors. With water heated to 85°C you can proceed with an initial infusion of 25 seconds and, after which, keeping the water at the same temperature, proceed with multiple infusions, increasing the time by 10 seconds each time (25-35-45…). ​ This tea has a longevity of about 5 infusions. ​ For a classic Western-style preparation we recommend 3 grams of leaves (about 2 teaspoons) in a 200 ml cup with water at 85°C for an infusion time of 2 minutes. ​ The tea can be filtered for greater ease when tasting it and the infusion times indicated above are also purely indicative so you can also adjust it based on your personal taste. ​ It is recommended to store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.