CHUNMEE GREEN TEA
What is Chunmee Green Tea?
Chunmee green tea, also known as "precious eyebrow" tea, is a distinctive variety of Chinese green tea celebrated for its unique flavor and aromatic profile. Here are some key points about Chunmee green tea:
Origin
Chunmee tea is primarily produced in China, particularly in the provinces of Zhejiang and Anhui. The name "Chunmee" reflects the shape of the tea leaves, which are slender and curved, resembling an eyebrow.
Production Process
- Harvesting: The leaves are hand-picked during the early spring, ensuring that only the youngest and most tender leaves are selected.
- Withering: After harvesting, the leaves undergo a withering process to reduce moisture content, making them more pliable.
- Pan-Firing: The leaves are quickly heated in a pan to halt oxidation, preserving their green color and fresh taste. This step is crucial in developing the tea's unique flavor.
- Rolling: The leaves are rolled into their characteristic shape, releasing essential oils and enhancing the aroma.
- Drying: Finally, the leaves are thoroughly dried to lock in freshness and flavor.
FAQs about Chunmee Green Tea
Firing at controlled temperatures (around 100–120°C) and precise timing ensures the characteristic "eyebrow" shape and enhances Chunmee’s signature brisk and slightly tangy flavor. Over-firing can cause brittleness, while under-firing may lead to inadequate drying and flavor retention.
The tightly rolled "eyebrow" shape of Chunmee slows down water absorption during brewing, leading to a gradual release of flavors. This results in a consistently balanced brew that highlights its tangy and slightly sweet characteristics across multiple infusions.
The terroir, including soil composition, altitude, and climate, significantly impacts the flavor, aroma, and appearance of Chunmee tea. Leaves from higher altitudes often have a more refined sweetness and aromatic profile, making them suitable for higher-grade Chunmee teas.
As one of the most exported Chinese green teas, Chunmee has established diverse grading systems to cater to various international markets. Higher grades, such as 41022, are prized for their uniformity and nuanced flavor, while lower grades are blended to meet cost and flavor demands in bulk consumption markets.
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