Linhai Panhao Tea
Linhai Panhao Tea Attributes
Leaf Shape
The ropes are tightly tied and curled like a spiral
Liquor Color
Silver Green Hidden Emerald
Fragrance
Fresh and lasting or tender and fragrant
Taste
Fresh, mellow and sweet
Brewed Tea Leaves
Green flowers
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Linhai Panhao Tea Introduction
Linhai Panhao is a newly created famous tea, created in 1981. It is named for its curly and hairy appearance, and has the characteristics of “beautiful shape, green color, abundant hairs, rich fragrance and sweet taste”. This tea was rated as “National Famous Tea” in 1989 and won the gold medal at the Second China Agricultural Expo in 1995.
Linhai Panhao Tea Origin
Yunfeng Mountain on the south bank of Lingjiang River in Linhai City, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province
Linhai Panhao Tea Production Process
The leaves are harvested 4 to 5 days before and after the spring equinox, and the picking standard is fresh leaves with one bud and one leaf or one bud and two leaves just beginning to unfold. After the fresh leaves are picked, they are spread out, withered, cooled, sorted, shaped (fried and dried), and dried.
Linhai Panhao Tea Purchase Guide
Linhai Panhao tea is divided into four grades: special grade, grade one to grade three. Generally, the hand-fried Panhao tea is of the best quality.
Linhai Panhao Tea Quality Identification
In terms of appearance, the special-grade Linhai Panhao tea is tightly curled with exposed white hairs. The color of the dry tea is silvery green and emerald. After brewing, the aroma is fresh and long-lasting, and the soup is light green and clear.
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