Legend has it that tea was first discovered by the Chinese Emperor Shen Nong in 2737 BCE, when a leaf from a nearby Camellia sinensis plant fell into a pot of water the emperor was boiling. Traditional Chinese tea has been an important part of China's culture and history ever since, and Chinese loose leaf tea can be classified into five major categories: white, green, oolong, black and post-fermented China tea.
Out of Stock Quick Shop Young Hyson
Brisk China green tea of the Chun Mee family. Superior quality, golden liquor with a hint of sweetness. Use sparingly for optimum flavor.
Out of Stock Quick Shop Young Hyson Imperial Organic
This organic tea has the bold flavor of a high-fired tea, yet it has a pleasing smoothness with delicate sweetness. The thin, well-twisted leaves produce a liquor with a pale green color. This is a very popular style of China green tea with a bolder leaf.
Out of Stock Quick Shop Chun Mee Moon Palace Organic
Literally translated, Chun Mee means 'precious eyebrows.' One of our most popular organic China green teas. Steep about 2 minutes.
Out of Stock Quick Shop First Grade Gunpowder Green
Superior grade of green tea in the style of gunpowder teas (tightly rolled tea leaves resembling gunpowder pellets).
Out of Stock Quick Shop Organic Gunpowder
This grade of Gunpowder tea is produced from fine China green tea that is painstakingly processed into loosely rolled "pearls." The finished product is a tea with rich flavor, balanced pungency, and the smoky tones one would expect from a quality Gunpowder.
Out of Stock Quick Shop Special Grade Temple of Heaven Gunpowder Green
This high-grade Gunpowder tea is rich and full-bodied with a pronounced sweetness. A hint of tobacco complements the herbaceous flavor and lingers into the finish.
Out of Stock Quick Shop Huo Shan Huang Ya Yellow Buds
This relatively rare, handcrafted offering is produced in An Hui province, Huo Shan County, and was once a tribute tea offered to the Emperor. The leaves are composed of a fine plucking, with a downy bud and two leaves. The liquor is a muted hay color with a buttery aspect. The flavor is subtle yet rich and enticing, with an evanescent tropical fruit note.
Out of Stock Quick Shop Organic Lung Ching
Produced in the mountainous region of Zhejiang province, this distinguished selection represents an especially good value in Lung Ching tea. Hand-processed leaves are fashioned into flat, yellow-green leaf sets, yielding a flavorful cup with a sweet character and buttery smooth mouth feel. The aroma is fragrant with nutty notes and a light floral hint.
Out of Stock Quick Shop Lung Ching (Long Jing) Imperial Organic
Restock available soon! The leaves of this Zhejiang province organic selection are neat and well made in the classic Lung Ching flat shape. The dark golden cup has a toasty, nutty aroma with a light floral hint. A vegetal sweetness predominates, with chestnut notes complementing the flavor profile.
Out of Stock Quick Shop Lung Ching (Long Jing) Green (Superfine)
One of the finest China green teas is Lung Ching (Dragon Well). The liquor is pale yellow, slightly sweet, and very refreshing.
Out of Stock Quick Shop Blooming Display Tea
This flowering display tea has been handcrafted using a fine-quality China green tea from Fujian province. As the tea steeps, a beautiful orange lily blooms from the hand-tied loose leaf bundle. For optimal enjoyment, we recommend our glass teapot for steeping this special tea.
Out of Stock Quick Shop Pi Lo Chun (Green Snail Spring)
Restock available soon! The most tender buds are picked under carefully controlled conditions in the spring. One of the most prized of China green teas, only a limited amount of this special grade tea is available.