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Our Six-Tea Collection invites you to explore the rich traditions of China’s six major tea types, each represented by a world-famous classic: Biluochun (Green Tea), Junshan Yinzhen (Yellow Tea), Bai Mudan (White Tea), Fenghuang Dancong (Oolong Tea), Shu Puer (Dark Tea), and Dianhong (Black Tea). Each tea is carefully sourced from its original growing region, handcrafted by tea masters with over 20 years of experience, and graded premium or higher to ensure outstanding quality.

From the floral freshness of Biluochun to the natural sweetness of Bai Mudan, the aromatic complexity of Fenghuang Dancong, and the smooth, earthy richness of Shu Puer, this collection showcases the diverse flavors and traditions of Chinese tea. Whether you’re a tea enthusiast or just curious about tea culture, this set offers an unforgettable tasting experience and makes a thoughtful gift steeped in history and craftsmanship.

What's Inside?

1. Biluochun (Green Tea)

   • Origin: Suzhou, Jiangsu
   • Grade: High-grade, one bud and one leaf
   • Renowned for its tender, spiraling leaves and refreshing, floral aroma, Biluochun is a green tea lover’s favorite. Handpicked from lush gardens, it embodies the spring’s vitality.

2. Junshan Yinzhen (Yellow Tea)

   • Origin: Dongting Lake, Hunan
   • Grade: Top-quality, golden buds
   • Rare and precious, this yellow tea dazzles with its unique honeyed aroma and silky smooth flavor. It's a sophisticated treasure for discerning palates.

3. Bai Mudan (White Tea)

   • Origin: Fuding, Fujian
   • Grade: Superior, one bud and one leaf
   • With delicate floral and fruity notes, Bai Mudan offers a mellow yet rich flavor, showcasing the elegance of minimally processed white tea.

4. Fenghuang Dancong (Oolong Tea)

   • Origin: Chaozhou, Guangdong
   • Grade: Premium-grade from Phoenix Mountain
   • Known as “Phoenix Single Bush,” this oolong captivates with its naturally sweet, fruity, and aromatic complexity. A true connoisseur’s delight.

5. Shu Puer (Dark Tea)

   • Origin: Yunnan
   • Grade: Aged and expertly fermented
   • With earthy, rich notes, Shu Puer offers a grounding and soothing tea experience. Perfect for those who enjoy deep, bold flavors.

6. Dianhong (Black Tea)

   • Origin: Fengqing, Yunnan
   • Grade: Made by a historic tea factory with over 70 years of expertise
   • Bold and robust, Dianhong showcases a natural sweetness and malty depth. Its golden tips reflect its premium quality and craftsmanship.

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Introduction:
This Yunnan black tea is carefully selected from the spring harvest of 2024. Plucked from high-altitude tea gardens in Fengqing County, Yunnan, at elevations of approximately 1600 meters, the exceptional growing conditions impart a rich, robust flavor and complex layers of taste. The plucking standard of one bud and two leaves ensures a smooth, full-bodied texture, with notes of caramel, malt, and honey.

Reasons to Recommend:

• Core Production Area: Grown in Fengshan Town, Fengqing County, Yunnan, where the average annual temperature ranges from 18°C to 22°C, with significant daily temperature variations. The annual precipitation is 1200-1700 mm, characterized by a climate where "morning and evening mists blanket the land on clear days, and clouds shroud the mountains on rainy days."
• A National Gift: In 1986, Queen Elizabeth II was presented with Yunnan black tea as a national gift during her visit to China.
• Unique Tea Variety: Sourced from the large-leaf tea trees of Yunnan, known for their rich, enduring flavor and high tolerance for multiple infusions. The large-leaf variety has a longer growth cycle (2-3 years), with large, pointed leaves that contain higher levels of water extract and other compounds.
• High-Mountain Tea Gardens: Since ancient times, high mountains shrouded in mist have produced premium teas. This tea thrives in such environments, where lush vegetation and organic-rich soil, combined with extreme daily temperature fluctuations, enhance the accumulation of flavorful compounds in the leaves.

Oxidation Level: Fully oxidized
Roasting Level: None
Tea Garden Soil: Yellow soil
Processing Time: Spring 2024
Best Before Date: 24 months
Tea Variety: Yunnan Big Leaf

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Introduction:
This Guangxi black tea is carefully selected from the autumn harvest of 2023. Plucked from ancient tea trees in high-altitude gardens in Longsheng Town, Guangxi, at elevations of approximately 800 meters, the exceptional growing conditions impart a rich, robust flavor and complex layers of taste. The plucking standard of primarily one bud and two leaves ensures a smooth, sweet taste with a delightful aroma, satisfying the palates of black tea enthusiasts.

Reasons to Recommend:

• High-Mountain Tea Gardens: Sourced from the mountainous regions of Guangxi, at an elevation of 800 meters near Guilin. High mountains are known for producing premium teas. These tea trees, grown for many years, have deep roots and lush leaves, absorbing abundant nutrients and minerals.
• Century-Old Tea Trees: Harvested from ancient tea trees over 100 years old, located in remote mountainous areas. These sexually propagated century-old trees, each covering an area of 6-8 square meters, are picked only once a year, resulting in a sweet, enduring flavor with low astringency.
• Organic Management: No chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or growth promoters are used. The tea garden is managed through organic practices, preserving ecological balance and enhancing the tea's quality, taste, and aroma.

Oxidation Level: Medium oxidation
Roasting Level: Medium roast
Tea Garden Soil: Red soil
Processing Time: Autumn 2023
Best Before Date: 36 months
Tea Variety: Fenghuang Dancong

Introduction:
This Yingde black tea is meticulously selected from the spring harvest of 2023. Plucked from high-altitude tea gardens in Yinghong Town, Guangdong, at elevations of approximately 200 meters, the exceptional growing conditions impart a smooth texture and rich, layered flavors. The plucking standard of primarily one bud and two leaves ensures a full-bodied, velvety taste, with notes of caramel and cocoa, satisfying the palates of black tea enthusiasts.

Reasons to Recommend:

• A Renowned Chinese Tea: Recognized as a world-class high-aroma black tea, Yingde black tea was awarded the title of the world's finest high-aroma black tea by the International Tea Committee in 2019.
• Core Production Area: Grown in Yingde City, Guangdong, where the average annual temperature is 20.7°C, annual rainfall is 1876.8 mm, average relative humidity is 79%, and the frost-free period lasts 316.7 days. The fertile acidic red soil, rich in organic matter and nitrogen, contributes to the tea's exceptional quality.
• Tea for Diplomatic Occasions: On April 7, 2023, French President Emmanuel Macron visited Guangzhou and was served Yingde black tea during a tea ceremony at the Songyuan Hotel, highlighting its status as a prestigious Guangdong tea.
• Unique Aroma: Yingde black tea is crafted from the fresh leaves of Yunnan large-leaf tea trees and Fenghuang Shuixian tea trees (known for their high aroma). This combination results in a robust flavor and intense fragrance.

Oxidation Level: High
Roasting Level: None
Tea Garden Soil: Lateritic red soil
Processing Time: Spring 2023
Best Before Date: 24 months
Tea Variety: Yinghong No. 9