Xiuning Songluo Tea
Xiuning Songluo Tea Attributes
Leaf Shape
Tightly rolled and evenly strong
Liquor Color
Green
Fragrance
Fragrance high and long, with olive aroma
Taste
Thick and sweet aftertaste
Brewed Tea Leaves
Green and soft
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Xiuning Songluo Tea Introduction
Xiuning Usnea tea is a famous historical tea. It was created in the early Ming Dynasty and became famous throughout the Ming Dynasty. Xiong Mingyu of the Ming Dynasty said in “Luojie·Cha Shu” that the distinguishing features of Usnea tea from other famous teas are “threefold”: heavy color, heavy aroma and heavy taste, that is, green color, high fragrance and strong taste. .
Xiuning Songluo Tea Origin
Songluo Mountain area, Xiuning County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province
Xiuning Songluo Tea Production Process
When the garden opens before and after Grain Rain, it is required to pick one bud with two leaves and one bud with three leaves. The fresh leaves must be inspected after being collected. Fish leaves, old slices, stems, etc. must not be included, and must be picked and made now. The harvesting and processing techniques are similar to those of harvesting and frying greens (see page 103).
Xiuning Songluo Tea Purchase Guide
Xiuning Usnea tea is divided into three grades: special grade, first grade, and second grade. Common brands include “Usnea Mountain Brand” and so on.
Xiuning Songluo Tea Quality Identification
From the appearance, the dry tea is tightly rolled and strong, the color is green and slightly uneven. After brewing, the internal aroma is pure, with the scent of olives, the soup is yellow-green, brighter, and the taste is strong.
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