1.Select the high quality Da Bai Hao as the material of dragon pearl
2.Then the Da Bai Hao swaddled by using the cloth, shape into a ball
3.Jasmine buds preparation
4.Putting the tea in middle of jasmine buds
5.Jasmine buds covering the tea
6.Turn over to mix flowers with tea evenly in the whole night for 3-4 times
7.Scenting, the buds begin to open when heat goes up
8.Turning again at mid-night
10.Wind-selecting to get rid of the dry jasmine flowers
11.Baking to the finished products.
1.Cai Qing-Pick the fresh leaves( Picking standard is one bud with two or three leaves(half-mature leaves)
2.Shai Qing(Sun-withering; the best sun-withering time is from 3:30 pm to 5:30pm in the afternoon, when the sun light is too strong to hurt the tender Dancong Oolong tea leaves)
3.Liang Qing(Cooling the fresh Dancong tea leaves indoor)
After Shai Qing, then the Dancong tea leaves are piled up indoor at room temperature to breath and leaves become stiff again.
The two processes are quite unique for Dancong , Wuyi Yancha and Tieguanyin; If the Dancong fresh leaves does not process with Shaiqing or less Shaiqing, then its finished tea aroma is very weak & low, taste is quite mild.
Shai Qing time is around 20-30mins, depending on the weather.
Liang Qing time is around 1-2 hours, depending on the weather.
4.Zuo Qing is the combination word(step) for “Crushing the tea leaves”(Peng Qing),“Rolling the tea leaves”(Yao Qing）Zuo Qing is the most important step for the Dancong Oolong tea, which plays extremely important role on the final finished Dancong Oolong tea’s aroma & taste.
Zuo Qing process normally happens at the whole night. So the tea farmers need to stay up for the whole nights when making the Dancong Oolong tea.
5.Sha Qing(Killing the enzyme) Now it normally uses the drum to kill the dancong tea leaves enzyme for around 4-5 minutes with temperature 200 degree Celsius.
6.Rou Nian(Rolling again by machine); rolling time normally takes around 5 minutes. 
7.Bei Huo(Initial baking by the hot heat from the burning wood); 100 degree Celsius and 4-5 hours slow baking for the Dancong Oolong tea.
8.Maocha.For the Dancong Maocha, it needs to pick up the stems, yellow leaves & others; Then re-bake again for the finished Dancong Oolong tea, based on the markets needs on different degrees of roasting.
9.Re-bake Dancong Oolong tea again to make the moisture below 4%Normally, the high quality Dancong teas are re-baked by the charcoal for around 48hours; Besides, Dancong Oolong tea will be baked on different times scale based on the markets needs on different degrees of roasting.
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Pick only one time in spring .
One bud one leaf
Fresh leaves withering, around 4 hours.
Deactivation of enzymes: 320℃ kill the enzyme, high temperature, 1-2 mins,After killing the enzymes, high temperature shaping,4-5 mins.This two steps have done in one machine.
First baking: burning match at first when baking, without water tightness smell.The first-baking, then re-bake, 100 degree centigrade, 12 mins.
Wind-selecting to get rid of the old leaves to finished refined teas.
Old leaves.
Refined anji bai cha green tea.
Silver needle white tea, is the rare, most expensive and most revered variety of white tea produced in China. Commonly referred to simply as white tea, it is also referred to as White Hair Silver Needle tea and Bai Hao Yin Zhen tea in Chinese pinyin. It is made exclusively of top buds of the Da bai hao tea trees without containing any leaves or stems. This white tea is hand harvested only two days of the entire year and was traditionally reserved for the Chinese Imperial family.
To enjoy the full richness of the silver needle white tea, it is necessary to ensure that it is minimally oxidized from its harvesting to its storage. The tea undergoes oxidation when the buds are broken so great caution should be exercised to ensure the buds remain undamaged. Once harvested, the buds are carefully wilted under the sun or indoors under artificial lighting for about three days. The buds are then bake-dried at low temperatures and then packaged. This process guarantees the preservation of the health benefits and flavor of the silver white needle tea,
Its preparation begins with pouring some heated water into a teapot and cups to warm them up. Cold tea ware is avoided as this greatly reduces the temperature of the tea and ruins the overall brew. The teapot is emptied and the hot water brought to a temperature about 75ºC ~ 80ºC before the tea is prepared. Boiling water is never used since it is too hot and will cook the tea resulting in a bitter tasting brew with little health benefits. About 2 teaspoons of silver needle tea buds are then put in 250ml cups then and the hot water poured into the cup. After about 3 to 5 minutes, the tea is pale yellow and ready to drink. The buds may be re-brewed up to three times depending on the drinker’s taste preference.
Apart from the uniquely delicate, sweet, smooth and refreshing taste presented in a cup of silver needle white tea, there are numerous health benefits associated with the brew, which include:
Boosting the immune system
Since it is white tea, it undergoes less processing than other types of tea thus contains a high amount of antioxidants. These are compounds responsible for killing free radicals that break down body cells and causing various ailments including cancer and heart disease.
In addition, white tea contains Catechins, considered super antioxidants, which neutralize the negative effects of fats and oils in the body and aid in lowering cholesterol levels in the body. They also prevent the growth of bacteria and viruses while improving digestion.
Weight loss
It is believed that Silver Needle Tea may also assist in weight loss. Since it increases the body’s metabolism and facilitates the burning of fat hence weight loss. It also contains no sugars, fats, calories or carbohydrates hence no risk of weight gain.
Relaxation
White tea is also a natural relaxation that serves to reduce stress and anxiety especially after a stressful day. It can act as an alternative to coffee, as it contains caffeine responsible for keeping your mind alert and Theanine that calms your mind without getting drowsy
Owing to all the nutritional and health benefits presented by a cup of silver needle white tea, it is clear why this brew was the Chinese Imperial family preserve for centuries. However, since it is readily available for public consumption in today’s modern world, it is highly recommended that everyone tries out this unique brew as part of embracing a healthy lifestyle.
Gunpowder tea is a special kind of tea which originated in China. It was first introduced in Taiwan during the 19th century. It was originally called ‘pearl tea’ or zhu cha but because the leaves were rolled up like small pellets, they were mistaken for gunpowder and because of its strong taste, it was named ‘gunpowder tea’ which suited it quite perfectly. The leaves are usually rolled by hand but now have been rolled by machines for faster production but there are some areas in which the people still roll them by hand. Rolling by hand means that the person is conscious about what he is doing therefore, preventing the leaves from being damaged and it helps in maintaining its exotic flavor and smell. The leaves are first picked by hand, left to wither, steamed, rolled up by hand or machines and finally kept to dry. Gunpowder green tea has the capability of staying fresh longer than any other green tea leaves. Athletes who require a higher endurance for their matches usually prefer gunpowder green tea. It is highly rich in caffeine, about 35-40 mg/8 oz serving.
If you are a tea lover, then switching to gunpowder green tea would be one of your best life choices.
HEALTH BENEFITS
1. It is rich in antioxidants like catechins and abundant in Epigallocatechin gallate(EGCG) which is used for dietary supplements.
2. It provides zero-calorie refreshment which will help you to reach your waistline goals.
3. The antioxidants consumes the enzymes that produce free radicals, preventing cardiovascular diseases.
4. Gunpowder green tea is better than other green tea because the rolled up leaves expands when steeped in water releasing its flavour and nutrients.
5. It reduces the possibility of having coronary artery disease. It consumes atherosclerosis, preventing the formation of blood clots.
6. It gives extra health protection against the flu. So, start drinking gunpowder green tea as soon as you start feeling the symptoms of the flu.
7. If you desire a lower blood pressure and cholesterol, then drinking gunpowder green tea is your best option.
8. It has also proven to give a longer life span.
9. Because of the ability of destroying free radicals, it also has the capability to fight against cancer.
10. Since gunpowder green tea taste better without sugar, it reduces your sugar consumption.
11. It also serves as a medicine for people suffering from diabetes.
12. It helps in weight loss as it increases your metabolism and helps you to burn fat faster.
BUYING GUNPOWDER GREEN TEA
It is important to look for shiny small pellets. This shows that the tea is fresh. High quality gunpowder will always have tightly rolled pellets. Larger pellets indicates a lower quality tea.
HOW TO MAKE GUNPOWDER GREEN TEA
1. The quantity is about 1 teaspoon or 150 ml
2. Water tempetature between 70ºc – 80ºc(158ºF – 176ºF)
3. If available, use spring water to protect the flavor of the tea
4. 1 minute of steeped time(The longer you brew, the stronger the taste)5. No sugar or milk required.
AWARDS
1. Organic gunpowder green tea is 3-Time Award Winning gunpowder green tea for its top-quality loose leaf teas.
2. Silk road teas is also an award winning purveyor of rare and artisan teas because they travelled to China every year to almost every corner to find teas that will offer high quality teas to their customers
3. Twinings green tea has also been awarded as the Great Taste Award in 2012.
Gunpowder tea can be introduced as a type of Chinese tea processed using a technique that involves tea leaves being rolled into little round pellets before drying. Their form is reminiscent of gunpowder grains, ergo its English name, while this type of tea is actually known as zhū chá (pearl tea) in Chinese. This method of tea rolling dates far back to the Tang dynasty in China and is usually applied to oolong tea or dried green tea.
To begin with, gunpowder tea originated in the 7th century, initially produced on the east coast—the Zheijang Province of China. The town of Pingshui is famous for being called the “hometown of gunpowder tea”, as this is exactly where factories first started collecting tea leaves from nearby areas, processing and refining them in order to export the finished product out of the country. In fact, nearing the end of the 19th century, gunpowder tea became the second most popular tea in England, while its total export was over 11,000 tons. Nowadays, this peculiar Chinese tea is produced in many different locations all over southeast China, but Zheijang Province remains the most prominent supplier up to this day.
Before being rolled into the famous “gunpowder” pellets, the leaves are withered and steamed, while the final product is formed carefully in order to protect the leaves from breaking and emitting the essential natural juices. Moreover, an important feature of producing gunpowder tea is making the pellets as small as possible, because, in this case, large size means low quality. This is the reason why many high-end brands still use the hand-rolling technique, while mainstream producers roll their tea leaves with the help of machines.
Yes, the gunpowder grain shape has done wonders for the popularity of this tea throughout the years, but it also serves an important purpose when it comes to storage. The special pellet shape increases the tea’s lifespan and improves its resistance to elements. Some gunpowder-rolled teas are known to have lasted several decades. Besides that, this particular way of tea processing has been known to improve its taste and aroma, as well as prolong them.
There are also multiple health benefits associated with gunpowder green tea, as this specific type of processing (rolling) preserves essential nutrients up until the moment of consumption. First of all, gunpowder green tea has been linked to a stronger immune system, as it provides protection against influenza and colds during the more flu-risky seasons. In addition, research has shown an increased amount of gunpowder green tea consumption correlating with a generally prolonged lifespan, preventing all kinds of different health issues, with an exception for cancer. Finally, a few studies have shown a link between the consumption of this special Chinese tea and a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, as it appears to be effective at lowering LDL cholesterol levels. However, besides being beneficial to health when consumed in rather large amounts, it is recommended that a dose of 5 cups per day is not exceeded, as to avoid possible health risks like kidney stones.
To summarize, gunpowder tea carries its history from rather ancient times, while it is admired for its benefits up till this day. Not only is it one of the tastiest types of tea, as the special shape allows better preservation of aromas, but it also offers a long lifespan and a variety of health benefits.
As for the processing method, the leaves are dried until they acquire a thin body and then they are cured in large pots and then placed in bamboo baskets on charcoal. This would be the most natural processing method, while there is also a mechanized method in which the tea leaves travel through a few jerry cans and then cure in an oven. Another important point to talk about is how to use this tea. The leaves of this green tea need ample space during the infusion to be able to remove it and that little by little each leaf will release its slight flavor with sweet notes. For this Anji Baicha is recommended the use of filter teapots. The appropriate amount for the consumption of this infusion of between 3 and 6 grams of tea per 300 milliliter of water, this depending on the tastes of the person. The recommended temperature for water in this tea is between 75 and 80 degrees. It is also recommended, to get better all the notes of that infusion, to pour a little bit of hot water in the glass before pouring the leaves, leave it for a moment and then pour the rest of the liquid, this way we will get all the flavors and Nuances hidden in this Anji Baicha.
This infusion will have a light green color pulling yellowish, almost transparent, with a very slight odor. In the mouth, we notice that this green tea has some subtle nuances and many of them can only enjoy if we do a correct preparation. It has a light body with vegetable and floral notes that are kept in the sides of the mouth for a good time. After drinking this tea, the mouth will have a soft, light and refreshing taste. Thanks to its slight flavor, we are facing a tea that we can infuse for a long time without it taking a bitter taste and making it impossible to drink, certainly an infusion of a great quality.
After all this we have written, you already know a little more about this tea Anji Baicha, a tea worthy of being crowned as one of the best Chinese green teas that we can find today. Its great quality can be perceived from the moment of the harvest, since the leaves of this infusion are collected only during 30 days to the year during the spring. Both their processing method and preparation are laborious and many aspects have to be taken into account, but we assure you that it is worth it. In addition we have to take into account the benefits that this tea provides us, and is probably this is one of the most interesting points around this infusion, providing relaxing properties and reducing the content of cortisol in the blood responsible for stress in people. It also prevents diseases such as hypertension or Cancer. It also reduces the level of lipids in the blood, something very important since the cholesterol, although it does not seem it, is something quite serious that can cause that we may have a displeasure. No doubt we are facing a great tea that you can not stay without proving, either by its properties, by its form or by its subtle flavor.
Have you ever heard of Anji Baicha tea? If you are a tea lover we are sure you have heard about this, however here we are going to inquire more about this herb and we will tell you about aspects such as its preparation, its properties or the health benefits that taking this infusion can grant us. We anticipate that we are facing a great infusion, very delicate and that is specially made for anyone who wants to enjoy a relaxing drink that at the same time as soft and can be enjoyed by any tea lover.
We are facing a green tea that is very complicated to catalog, it is so, that in some regions of the world is considered as white tea, something that is not surprising if we consider that the name itself contains the word Bai which means white in Chinese and the word Cha meaning tea. This is simply a mistake as this is a green tea. This Chinese green tea is grown in the Zhejiang region bordering Fujian, where many other varieties of Chinese green tea are grown, such as Green Gunpowder tea.
This tea is harvested in spring for only 30 days, reason why they have a light green color being the first leaves of the harvest. The leaves also have a curly shape. The flavor of this infusion is very light as well as its color. This slight taste allows us to infuse these leaves over a long period of time without fear of generating a bitter taste.
This tea Anji Baicha is not something new or a new discovery, since this was the favourite infusion of the emperor Song Hui Zhong. This emperor was a great tea lover, so much so that he even wrote a book about tea and designed his own tools for the tea ceremony. During a time this infusion was diminished due to the disappearance of the majority of the trees that generated it, but this was until the year 1981 when it was rediscovered and returned to its manufacture until the present time.
If we talk about the properties of this green tea Anji Baicha we have to say that its main property is its soothing action, this is due to its great content in amino acids. For this high content of amino acids has a relaxing action, reduces stress and calms the muscles of the body. On the contrary, its content in ploniphenols and chlorophyll is quite low. Other very interesting properties of this Chinese green tea are its high manganese content as it reduces the risk of suffering hypertension, it decreases the lipid content in the blood, and the most interesting, it helps to prevent Cancer. In addition, it is said that the theanine content of this tea causes similar effects to meditation and to the deepest relaxation and mental clarity.
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Tai Ping Hou Kui green tea has been in existence since the 20th century.Probably China’s most honorable and sumptuous present as a gift tea now, the Tai Ping Hou Kui has a very rich and inviting aroma, which persists as a sweet, flowery aftertaste much long after drinking the tea. It’s not just its rich and rejuvenating flavor, but also its sublime shape resembling a well-crafted piece of art, that makes it so renowned in China.
The King Tea’s deep, green leaves are long and flat with red veins crisscrossing on them. In some ways, the shape of the leaves resembles a spear-tip. The long, slender leaves, as they are brewed, swell and bounce, as if they were dancing on the cup. Also, the two straight leaves with their giant, white-haired bud look much like two knives symmetrically sticking out of a single pole. The tea shoots are as long as 15 centimeters.
Tai Ping Hou Kui is so famous for its exquisite shape that it is rampantly replicated by factories. The factory-made, symmetrical replicas of this tea look even more beautiful than the original, hand-picked green variety.
It is cultivated in Hou Keng, Hou Gang, Yan Jia, in the western parts of Huang Shan’s mountain range, the Yellow Mountain, in the three regions in the former Tai Ping prefecture, Anhui. It is also produced in nearby areas and called by the same name, but in these areas, the green tea costs less. Its leaves are extracted from Shi-Da Cha, which is a long leaf tea present only in the Anhui region.
In this Anhui region, at a 700-meter altitude, a large dam stands and is kept full, in order to ensure a large difference between the temperatures of day and night. This temperature difference is claimed to play a big role in developing the Green Tea’s complex aroma. Further, the moist environment present due to the lake is beneficial for the tea plant and its leaves. Also, tea protected from direct sunlight by shade is said to have better flavor and taste.
There are numerous characteristics of Tai Ping Hou Ki which make this green tea so popular. This green tea is thought to be beneficial for skin health, as it contains anti-oxidants that prevent free-radical damage such as wrinkles, aging, etc. It is also said to aid in digestion. This green tea, which has been grown in China since the beginning of the last century, is suited for multiple brewings as the taste develops with each brewing. Some people find it quite light in taste, so one has to be careful not to over-brew it.
These characteristics have made the Tai Ping Hou Kui win many honors and awards. In 1915, it won the gold medal for best tea at the Panama Pacific International Exposition. In 1955, it was listed again as one of China’s ten most popular tea. Its most recent honor was to win the ‘King of Tea’ award in China Tea Exhibition in 2004. Its fame rose further in 2007 when the president of China, Hu Jintao, gifted this tea to the Russian president President Vladimir Putin.
Longjing is considered to be the most popular green tea in China because of its aromatic sweet flavor, vibrant emerald color, and a strikingly beautiful flat leaf shape. This precious tea is mainly grown in Hangzhou city, located in the Eastern Coastal Province of Zhejiang, China. Longjing tea is also referred to as Dragon Well tea because ancient people believed that the lakes around Hangzhou region were home to a dragon. This article will disclose to you how to make Longjing tea and its health benefits to you.
How to Make Longjing Green Tea
Before you learn how to brew Longjing, it is important to understand how this green tea is produced. Basically, the bud and the top leaf is harvested and then left to wither outside or in a warm room for 6 to 12 hours. Withering is aimed to reduce the moisture content. After being withered, the leaves are pan-fried in a huge, red-hot wok for fifteen minutes before being allowed to cool. The leaves then go through the second series of hot pans to produce the elongated, lovely flat shape that you see.
How to brew Longjing green tea
The following steps will reveal to you how to brew Longjing to experience the mouth-watering flavors hidden in this premium green tea.
1. Boil some water and allow it to cool for 3 to 5 minutes until it attains 75 to 80 degrees Celsius. This temperature is perfect for great-tasting Longjing tea.
2. Prepare 3 grams of Longjing tea per cup of water.
3. Place the tea leaves into a glass.
4. Carefully pour the warm water onto the leaves up to 1/3 of the glass.
5. Swirl the glass gently to allow all the leaves to infiltrate and moisten.
6. After a minute, pour another 100 ml of water and brew for two more minutes.
7. Filter your tea and enjoy its tantalizing chestnut taste, and, of course, its limpid, pale yellow color.
1. Reduced Risk of Cancer
Every cup of Longjing green tea contains antioxidants, especially EGCG, that help to fight the buildup of fat. Additionally, consuming Longjing prevents the development of cancer cells.
2. Calming Effect
Longjing green tea contains L-Theanine that brings a relaxation effect to your mind to keep you energetic, calm, and alert throughout the day.
3. Weight Loss
Dragon Well green tea contains special antioxidants called catechins. When combined with caffeine, catechins enhance faster metabolism. Fast metabolism helps to build muscle and burn fat.
4. Dental Health
Longjing green tea contains minerals and fluoride that help to fight tooth decay, dental plaque, and bad breath. After meals, try rinsing your mouth with unsweetened Longjing to realize its full freshness benefits.
5. Protect Your Circulatory System
Are you having problems lowering your blood sugar and bad cholesterol levels? Longjing green tea is all you need! The antioxidants in Longjing tea will help to strengthen your circulatory system, cleanse your blood from bad sugars, reduce blood pressure, and unblock blood vessels.
Wrapping it up…
Longjing green tea comes with vitamin C, antioxidants, and amino acids whose objective is to improve your health every day you consume a cup of this amazing drink.You can enter it to browse longjing green tea, https://runmingtea.en.alibaba.com/productgrouplist-214946117/Green_Tea.html Genuine Longjing tea is grown in the Zhejiang area. This region is characterized by rain, mild climate, and fog all year round. To achieve an amazing flavor, it is vital to pluck the leaves at a perfect time. In Hangzhou, the ideal harvesting period is around March 20th. Harvesting goes on through spring into the summer season.
