Thriving in the mist-kissed hills of Anji County, Zhejiang—where bamboo forests meet fertile soil and clear mountain springs—this exceptional tea benefits from a unique microclimate. The tea bushes, planted on terraced slopes that catch dappled sunlight, thrive in the region’s large temperature differences between day and night, which concentrates their natural sweetness and amino acids.

Exceptional Flavor Profile

Savor the delicate, refreshing character of this tea: a clean, buttery base with notes of fresh pea shoots and spring almonds, elevated by a bright, mineral-rich sweetness. The first sip delivers a silky, umami-rich freshness that softens into a lingering, honeyed sweetness, with a “xian chun” (fresh and mellow) quality that feels like a sip of mountain dew. The liquor shimmers with a pale yellow-green hue, its texture light yet lush, coating the palate with a purity that reflects the tea’s unique genetic trait—leaves that turn ivory-white in spring before deepening to green.

Artisanal Craftsmanship

Harvested by hand during a fleeting spring window—when the buds are still cloaked in their characteristic white hue—each one-bud-one-leaf shoot is plucked at dawn to preserve its delicate flavor. The leaves undergo a precise process of pan-frying in iron woks over low heat to halt oxidation, followed by gentle rolling to shape the slender leaves and slow drying in shaded rooms. This careful handling preserves the tea’s high amino acid content and vibrant color, with no additives or preservatives—just the pure essence of the spring harvest.

Perfect for Every Occasion

Ideal for bright mornings when you seek a gentle pick-me-up, or as a refined companion to light meals. Its clean, buttery flavor pairs beautifully with steamed dumplings or osmanthus cakes, complementing their subtleties without overpowering. It also shines in afternoon tea settings, served in a glass cup to admire the leaves unfurling like delicate feathers. Whether enjoyed by tea connoisseurs or newcomers, it offers a taste of spring’s fleeting beauty.

Brewing Guidelines

Packaged in a paper-lined tin that protects its delicate aroma, this tea retains the essence of Anji’s bamboo-cloaked hills. Let each cup transport you to misty terraces where spring sunlight filters through leaves—where this exceptional tea captures the magic of nature’s genetic quirks and the precision of artisanal craft.