This classic and refined Chinese green tea is Huangshan Mao Feng (黄山毛峰), named for its distinctive “downy peaks” appearance, where tender leaves are tipped with fine silvery hairs. Carefully produced in the Huangshan region of Anhui province (安徽省), this tea is made from young spring-picked buds and leaves, gently handled to preserve their freshness and natural character.
When infused, the leaves open gracefully, producing a clear, pale liquor with a clean, refreshing taste. Expect gentle vegetal sweetness, soft floral notes, and a smooth, lingering finish—making Huangshan Mao Feng a dependable, high-quality green tea ideal for everyday drinking.
Tasting Details
Flavour: Fresh and clean with light vegetal sweetness and a smooth, rounded finish.
Aroma: Soft floral notes with hints of fresh greens and a touch of chestnut.
Infusion Colour: Pale yellow to light green.
Specification
Caffeine Level: Lower than coffee and black teas
Antioxidant Level: High
Production process: Handpicked, lightly pan-fired
Leaf Appearance: Early spring buds and young leaves, lightly withered and pan-fired, with visible fine white hairs.
Origin: Huangshan region, Anhui province (安徽省), China
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. Re-seal the packaging between uses.
How to Brew
Use one teaspoon of leaves (roughly 3g) for each person you are brewing tea for.
Boil your water and let it cool; it should be around 80 degrees (100-degree water will scorch the tea).
Steep for 2–3 minutes according to taste.
Reuse the leaves a further 2–3 times by simply adding more hot water.
