Nanshan Baimao Tea
Nanshan Baimao Tea Attributes
Leaf Shape
Tightly knotted and curved, covered with fur
Liquor Color
Silvery green or dark green
Fragrance
Pure and noble, with the fragrance of lotus
Taste
Mellow and sweet
Brewed Tea Leaves
Bright green, even
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Nanshan Baimao Tea Introduction
Nanshan Baimao Tea is named after the dense white hairs on the back of the tea leaves. In 2010, Nanshan Baimao Tea was approved by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine to be included in the geographical indication product protection.
Nanshan Baimao Tea Origin
Nanshan Temple and the main peak of Nanshan in Hengxian County, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
Nanshan Baimao Tea Production Process
The tea is harvested 5 to 7 days before the Spring Equinox. Special-grade tea is harvested with one bud and one leaf just beginning to unfold, first-grade tea is harvested with one bud and one leaf half-unfolded, second-grade tea is harvested with one bud and two leaves just beginning to half-unfolded, and third-grade tea is harvested with one bud and two leaves fully unfolded. After picking, it is made through processes such as spreading, killing green leaves, rolling, rough fire initial drying, and full drying.
Nanshan Baimao Tea Purchase Guide
Nanshan Baimao tea is divided into special grade, first grade, second grade and third grade. The spring tea has a dark green and moist appearance, tight leaves, rich and sweet taste, strong aroma, and the leaves with soft and bright bottom are the best.
Nanshan Baimao Tea Quality Identification
In terms of appearance, the dry tea leaves are tight and curved, covered with fine hairs, and are silvery white with translucent green or dark green in color. After brewing, the internal aroma is pure and noble, accompanied by the fragrance of lotus, and the soup is bright green and yellow.
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