One Leaf One Bud Pi Lo Chun Green Tea

High Aroma, Yunnan One Leaf One Bud Pi Lo Chun – Loose Green Tea

A classic reborn in the highlands of Yunnan, this High Aroma One Leaf One Bud Pi Lo Chun tea brings a distinctive, elevated character to one of China’s most iconic green teas. Crafted in the traditional Bi Luo Chun (Pi Lo Chun) style, meaning “Green Snail Spring”, this tea is hand-rolled into tight, delicate spirals using the perfect plucking standard: one tender leaf and one unopened bud.

What sets this Pi Lo Chun tea apart is its bold aromatic profile and deep Yunnan terroir. Grown at high altitudes in clean, mineral-rich soil and picked during the cool mornings of early spring, the leaves are rich in natural essential oils. The result is a Pi Lo Chun tea that is brighter, fruitier, and more floral than its coastal cousins, yet grounded with a natural sweetness and soft vegetal finish that makes it beautifully balanced.

As soon as hot water meets the dry leaves, the fragrance rises: lush white blossom, warm citrus zest, and a whisper of roasted chestnut. The liquor is clear and pale jade, with a mouthfeel that is both smooth and alive. With every sip, you’ll taste notes of apricot skin, orchid, and young green bean, followed by a clean, cooling finish and a gentle return of floral perfume at the back of the throat.

This light, refreshing green tea is layered with nuance. This tea is an excellent daily drinker for those who crave freshness and clarity, yet it has enough complexity to satisfy seasoned green tea lovers as well.

Tasting Notes

Aroma:
Bright and inviting, white flower, apricot, citrus peel, and a faint hint of toasted grain. A clean, spring-like bouquet.

Flavor:
Lively and balanced. Notes of sugar snap pea, honeysuckle, wild pear, and a soft umami depth. Crisp, but never bitter.

Mouthfeel:
Light-bodied, silky, and vibrant on the palate. Cooling and slightly juicy.

Finish:
Long and refreshing, with a gentle floral return and soft mineral sweetness.

Brewing Recommendations

Gongfu Style

• 3g per 100ml Gaiwan
• 75–80°C (167–176°F) water
• Quick rinse, then steep 15–20 seconds to start
• Increases with each infusion; yields 5–6 rounds

Western Style (teapot)

• 2g per 250ml teapot or mug
• 75–80°C (167–176°F) water
• Steep for 2–3 minutes
• Re-steep 2–3 times for a lighter brew

Tip: Avoid boiling water to preserve the floral top notes and prevent bitterness.

Origin & Craft

• Region: Yunnan Province, China

• Elevation: 1,400–1,800m

• Plucking Standard: One bud, one leaf

• Harvest: Early spring, hand-picked

• Processing: Traditional Pi Lo Chun method, withering, pan-firing, hand-rolling into tight spirals

Why You'll Love It

This green tea is both bright and grounding, a springtime breeze in a cup. Combining the elegance of traditional Pi Lo Chun tea with the high-mountain strength of Yunnan soil, it offers clarity, balance, and a high aroma that truly lives up to its name. It’s a celebration of spring, health, and the quiet strength of nature captured in every tea leaf.