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Harvested in May 2020 in Fuding, China, this Gongmei white tea has a mellow, naturally sweet character with notes of dried jujube (Chinese red date), gentle herbs and honey. The leaves are lightly compressed into individual slices of approximately 5g, making it easy to prepare a satisfying cup without weighing out loose tea.
Each slice is individually wrapped for convenient storage and brewing, whether at home, at work or while travelling. The tea produces a clear golden-amber infusion with a rounded body, smooth texture and lingering sweetness.
Gongmei, sometimes called Tribute Eyebrow, is a traditional Chinese white tea made using more mature leaves alongside tender leaf material. Compared with the delicate, bud-focused character of Silver Needle, Gongmei generally produces a fuller, more rounded infusion.
This tea comes from Fuding in Fujian Province, one of China's best-known white tea-producing regions. The leaves were harvested in May 2020 and processed using traditional withering and sun-drying methods before being pressed into compact squares.
Since its harvest, the tea has had time to mature, allowing its original fresh character to develop into a softer, more mellow flavour. The compressed format also makes the leaves convenient to store and portion.
This Gongmei has a warm, gently sweet aroma with hints of dried jujube, honey and light herbs. The flavour is smooth and rounded, with a subtle herbal depth and very little harshness.
The golden-amber infusion has a satisfying body without being overpowering. Its natural sweetness lingers after each sip, making it an enjoyable choice for those who prefer a softer, more mature white tea.
Each compressed slice contains approximately 5g of tea and can be brewed in a teapot, infuser or gaiwan.
As the compressed leaves gradually open, you may notice changes in the aroma and flavour with successive infusions. For a lighter cup, use a shorter steeping time or slightly more water.
| Tea type | Gongmei white tea (Tribute Eyebrow) |
|---|---|
| Origin | Fuding, Fujian Province, China |
| Harvest | May 2020 |
| Ingredients | 100% Gongmei white tea leaves |
| Processing | Withered, sun-dried and lightly compressed |
| Format | Individually wrapped compressed tea slices |
| Weight | Approximately 5g per slice |
| Flavour | Mellow, honeyed, gently herbal, with dried jujube notes |
The individually wrapped portions make this tea particularly convenient if you enjoy traditional Chinese white tea but prefer not to measure loose leaves each time. One slice provides a practical starting quantity for brewing, and the leaves can be infused more than once.
With its smooth texture, gentle sweetness and mature character, this 2020 Gongmei is worth exploring if you already enjoy White Peony or Shou Mei and would like to try a different style of white tea.
Discover more traditional varieties in our white tea collection, including Silver Needle, White Peony and aged white teas.
Discover the History Behind Your Tea
For centuries, Chinese tea was pressed into beautiful cakes and bricks, carried along ancient trading routes and even exchanged as currency. Discover the fascinating history of compressed tea, from the Tang dynasty to today's traditional Puer tea cakes.
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| Aged Gongmei White Tea from Fujian ProvinceHarvested in May 2020 in Fuding, China, this Gongmei white tea has a mellow, naturally sweet character with notes of dried jujube (Chinese red date), gentle herbs and honey. The leaves are lightly compressed into individual slices of approximately 5g, making it easy to prepare a satisfying cup without weighing out loose tea. Each slice is individually wrapped for convenient storage and brewing, whether at home, at work or while travelling. The tea produces a clear golden-amber infusion with a rounded body, smooth texture and lingering sweetness. About Gongmei White TeaGongmei, sometimes called Tribute Eyebrow, is a traditional Chinese white tea made using more mature leaves alongside tender leaf material. Compared with the delicate, bud-focused character of Silver Needle, Gongmei generally produces a fuller, more rounded infusion. This tea comes from Fuding in Fujian Province, one of China's best-known white tea-producing regions. The leaves were harvested in May 2020 and processed using traditional withering and sun-drying methods before being pressed into compact squares. Since its harvest, the tea has had time to mature, allowing its original fresh character to develop into a softer, more mellow flavour. The compressed format also makes the leaves convenient to store and portion. Taste and AromaThis Gongmei has a warm, gently sweet aroma with hints of dried jujube, honey and light herbs. The flavour is smooth and rounded, with a subtle herbal depth and very little harshness. The golden-amber infusion has a satisfying body without being overpowering. Its natural sweetness lingers after each sip, making it an enjoyable choice for those who prefer a softer, more mature white tea. How to Brew Gongmei White TeaEach compressed slice contains approximately 5g of tea and can be brewed in a teapot, infuser or gaiwan.
As the compressed leaves gradually open, you may notice changes in the aroma and flavour with successive infusions. For a lighter cup, use a shorter steeping time or slightly more water. Product Details
Why Choose Gongmei White Tea Slices?The individually wrapped portions make this tea particularly convenient if you enjoy traditional Chinese white tea but prefer not to measure loose leaves each time. One slice provides a practical starting quantity for brewing, and the leaves can be infused more than once. With its smooth texture, gentle sweetness and mature character, this 2020 Gongmei is worth exploring if you already enjoy White Peony or Shou Mei and would like to try a different style of white tea. Discover more traditional varieties in our white tea collection, including Silver Needle, White Peony and aged white teas. Discover the History Behind Your Tea History of Compressed Tea: Ancient Tea Bricks & CakesFor centuries, Chinese tea was pressed into beautiful cakes and bricks, carried along ancient trading routes and even exchanged as currency. Discover the fascinating history of compressed tea, from the Tang dynasty to today's traditional Puer tea cakes. Read the Full Story → | Regular price
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Harvested in May 2020 in Fuding, China, this Gongmei white tea has a mellow, naturally sweet character with notes of dried jujube (Chinese red date), gentle herbs and honey. The leaves are lightly compressed into individual slices of approximately 5g, making it easy to prepare a satisfying cup without weighing out loose tea.
Each slice is individually wrapped for convenient storage and brewing, whether at home, at work or while travelling. The tea produces a clear golden-amber infusion with a rounded body, smooth texture and lingering sweetness.
Gongmei, sometimes called Tribute Eyebrow, is a traditional Chinese white tea made using more mature leaves alongside tender leaf material. Compared with the delicate, bud-focused character of Silver Needle, Gongmei generally produces a fuller, more rounded infusion.
This tea comes from Fuding in Fujian Province, one of China's best-known white tea-producing regions. The leaves were harvested in May 2020 and processed using traditional withering and sun-drying methods before being pressed into compact squares.
Since its harvest, the tea has had time to mature, allowing its original fresh character to develop into a softer, more mellow flavour. The compressed format also makes the leaves convenient to store and portion.
This Gongmei has a warm, gently sweet aroma with hints of dried jujube, honey and light herbs. The flavour is smooth and rounded, with a subtle herbal depth and very little harshness.
The golden-amber infusion has a satisfying body without being overpowering. Its natural sweetness lingers after each sip, making it an enjoyable choice for those who prefer a softer, more mature white tea.
Each compressed slice contains approximately 5g of tea and can be brewed in a teapot, infuser or gaiwan.
As the compressed leaves gradually open, you may notice changes in the aroma and flavour with successive infusions. For a lighter cup, use a shorter steeping time or slightly more water.
| Tea type | Gongmei white tea (Tribute Eyebrow) |
|---|---|
| Origin | Fuding, Fujian Province, China |
| Harvest | May 2020 |
| Ingredients | 100% Gongmei white tea leaves |
| Processing | Withered, sun-dried and lightly compressed |
| Format | Individually wrapped compressed tea slices |
| Weight | Approximately 5g per slice |
| Flavour | Mellow, honeyed, gently herbal, with dried jujube notes |
The individually wrapped portions make this tea particularly convenient if you enjoy traditional Chinese white tea but prefer not to measure loose leaves each time. One slice provides a practical starting quantity for brewing, and the leaves can be infused more than once.
With its smooth texture, gentle sweetness and mature character, this 2020 Gongmei is worth exploring if you already enjoy White Peony or Shou Mei and would like to try a different style of white tea.
Discover more traditional varieties in our white tea collection, including Silver Needle, White Peony and aged white teas.
Discover the History Behind Your Tea
For centuries, Chinese tea was pressed into beautiful cakes and bricks, carried along ancient trading routes and even exchanged as currency. Discover the fascinating history of compressed tea, from the Tang dynasty to today's traditional Puer tea cakes.
Read the Full Story →
