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pi lo chun tea
The Chinese emperor, Kang Xi, is famous for many things. He was China's longest ruling emperor (61 years) having ascended the throne at age seven. He established a standard Chinese dictionary known as the Kangxi dictionary. He had 64 consorts, 24 surviving sons and 12 surviving daughters. To tea connisseurs the Emperor Kang Xi is most well known for naming pi lo chun or green snail tea. When you steep pi lo chun the name becomes evident. As the tea leaves unfurl in the hot water they resemble tiny green...
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Top quality tea from Taiwan. The dark and curly leaf is hand picked for just the leaf and the bud. It takes 60,000-80,000 leaf bud sets to produce one pound of Pi Lo Chun. When infused the leaves slowly fall down like snowflakes. Brews a light liquor with a clean smooth finish. Sweet and refreshing with an excellent weight on the mouth - reminiscent of white peaches.
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The water used to steep this tea should be about 175-195°F or 80-90°C. Use about 1 tablespoon (3 grams) of tea leaves for about every 5 ounces (150 ml) of water. A steeping time of about 2-3 minutes with more or less time is recommended depending on desired concentration. As a rough guide, the higher the temperature of the water or the greater the amount of leaves used, the shorter the steeping time should be. To enjoy the tea leaves falling like snowflakes, fill a clear glass or ceramic cup with...
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This is the classic and refreshing Pi Lo Chun green tea, so famous in China. Our offering is a slightly longer leaf with plenty of white tips and at a very reasonable price.
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This tea is grown in the mountains of Tung Ting, in close proximity to peach and apricot trees. This attributes to the subtle peachy aroma and delicate infusion. You will also notice the downy leaves resembling tiny snails. Infusion imparts a delicate, fruity, sweet infusion. Nectar in a cup..mmm.
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The name, which means green snail spring, describes the color and spiral curl in the small green tea leaves that are Pi Lo Chun and the fact that this tea is only harvested in spring. Lots of tips, spicy, aromatic with a golden cup.
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The water used to steep this tea should be about 175-195°F or 80-90°C. Use about 1 tablespoon (3 grams) of tea leaves for about every 5 ounces (150 ml) of water. A steeping time of about 2-3 minutes with more or less time is recommended depending on the desired concentration. As a rough guide, the higher the temperature of the water or the greater the amount of leaves used, the shorter the steeping time should be. To enjoy the tea leaves falling like snowflakes, fill a clear glass or ceramic cup...
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This green tea comes from the mountains of Dongting in the Suzhou province. Pi Lo Chun is harvested in the spring with the unopened bud and one leaf. This treasured tea has a sweet fragrance of peach and apricot. This tea used to be known as Astounding Fragrance. But Emperor Kang Xi disapproved and gave the current name based on the snail-like shape of the tea leaves.
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Ten Ren Pi Lo Chun Green Tea
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A world famous tea. Look closely and you will see what appear to be small snails. These tiny hair-covered spirals contain only the bud and one leaf. The bushes are grown near to peach and apricot trees, which lend a slightly fruity liquor to the already sweet and smooth infusion.
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The water used to steep this tea should be about 175-195°F or 80-90°C. Use about 1 tablespoon (3 grams) of tea leaves for about every 5 ounces (150 ml) of water. A steeping time of about 2-3 minutes with more or less time is recommended depending on the desired concentration. As a rough guide, the higher the temperature of the water or the greater the amount of leaves used, the shorter the steeping time should be. To enjoy the tea leaves falling like snowflakes, fill a clear glass or ceramic cup...
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A rare tea from the Dongting Mountains of China. Grown in the shade of apricot, plum and peach trees, the tea leaves absorb the delicate scent of the fruit blossoms. The youngest tea buds and leaves are harvested and rolled into a snail-like shape. Studies show green tea aids in detoxifying the body, regulates your blood sugar, and promotes healthy teeth, skin, and bones.
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A rare tea from the Dongting Mountains of China. Grown in the shade of apricot, plum and peach trees, the tea leaves absorb the delicate scent of the fruit blossoms. The youngest tea buds and leaves are harvested and rolled into a snail-like shape. Studies show green tea aids in detoxifying the body, regulates your blood sugar, and promotes healthy teeth, skin, and bones.
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Pi Lo Chun (or Bi Luo Chun) green tea is a China green tea produced both on the Chinese mainland and on the island of Taiwan (Formosa). The Taiwan variety of Pi Lo Chun is a China-style green tea with hints of Japanese sencha and light oolong tea. This is our most delicious green tea!
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Tiny curled leaves and feathery white tips show the early spring buds in this justly famous and delicate tea. Produced in small quantity, this prized tea is eagerly awaited for its full and fresh flavor. 4 oz. loose tea (tin)
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A rare tea from the Dongting Mountains of China. Grown in the shade of apricot, plum and peach trees, the tea leaves absorb the delicate scent of the fruit blossoms. The youngest tea buds and leaves are harvested and rolled into a snail-like shape. Studies show green tea aids in detoxifying the body, regulates your blood sugar, and promotes healthy teeth, skin, and bones.
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The water used to steep this tea should be about 175-195°F or 80-90°C. Use about 0.1 ounces (3 grams) of tea leaves for about every 5 ounces (150 ml) of water. A steeping time of about 2-3 minutes with more or less time is recommended depending on desired concentration. As a rough guide, the higher the temperature of the water or the greater the amount of leaves used, the shorter the steeping time should be. To enjoy the tea leaves falling like snowflakes, fill a clear glass or ceramic cup with hot...
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We guarantee this is the original formular and the genuine product from the manufacturer. If you have any inquiry, please contact us. Leaves shaped like pearl, is one of Chinese rare green teas of excceptional quality known all over the world. 10.6 oz/300 g.
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