Guzhu Zisun Tea
Guzhu Zisun Tea Attributes
Leaf Shape
The buds and leaves embrace each other like bamboo shoots and are shaped like orchids.
Liquor Color
Emerald green with purple
Fragrance
Rich, with the fragrance of orchids and irises
Taste
Refreshing and mellow, with a sweet aftertaste
Brewed Tea Leaves
Delicate and soft
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Learn More about Guzhu Zisun Tea
Guzhu Zisun Tea Introduction
Guzhu Zisun is a famous historical tea that has been restored to production. It is also known as Changxing Zisun and Huzhou Zisun. It was first produced in the Tang Dynasty and was a famous top-grade tribute tea at that time. Zisun tea gradually disappeared in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. Production was restored in 1978 and it has been rated as a ministerial or provincial high-quality tea in every year.
Guzhu Zisun Tea Origin
Guzhu Mountain in Shuikou Township, Changxing County, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province and Zhangling in Changchao Village, Sian Town
Guzhu Zisun Tea Production Process
From before Qingming Festival to Grain Rain, the picking standard is fresh leaves with one bud and one leaf just beginning to unfold or one bud and two leaves just beginning to unfold. After picking, the fresh leaves are made through the processes of spreading, killing, sorting, cooling, primary drying, and secondary drying.
Guzhu Zisun Tea Purchase Guide
Common brands include “Bai Sui Ye” and so on.
Guzhu Zisun Tea Quality Identification
In appearance, Guzhu Zisun looks like an orchid, with buds and leaves embracing each other like bamboo shoots. The color of the dry tea is emerald green with purple. After brewing, the aroma of the tea has a faint orchid fragrance, the soup is clear and bright, and the leaves are tender green and soft.
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