Yunnan Cui Ming Mao Feng Green Tea

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This exceptionally delicate green tea is harvested in early spring in Yunnan Province. The cultivar known as “Cui Ming” – translated as Emerald Bright – is renowned for its bright green and silver-white appearance, tender shoots, and refined aroma.

Processed in the Mao Feng style, this tea features slender, pointed leaves that reflect the fresh vigour of the season. It is typically hand-picked when the buds and first young leaves are at their most vigorous growth, capturing the crisp vitality of spring. The product details list the tea tree variety as “Big leaf camellia” from Yunnan.

The brewed infusion exhibits a bright emerald-green cup, or pale yellow-green liquor depending on water and infusion timing, with an aroma that carries hints of nutty chestnut, fresh greens, and subtle fruit. The taste is clean, sweet, and lively in the mouth—a pleasing balance of freshness and light sweetness.

As an early spring harvest, this tea captures the first flush of growth, offering a snapshot of nature’s renewal. Each sip invites you into the clarity of fresh leaves, the subtle minerals of Yunnan’s terroir, and the refined craftsmanship of the producer.

Origin: Yunnan Province, China
Tea Type: Loose Green Tea – Early Spring Harvest
Varietal/Grade: “Cui Ming” Mao Feng (Emerald Bright)
Harvest Period: Early Spring (ideal picking window)
Style: Loose leaf, Mao Feng style (fine tips & young shoots)

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Fresh green chestnut, young shoot greenery, a trace of fruit sweetness
• Flavour: Clean and crisp, with a gently sweet aftertaste and subtle undertone of nuttiness
• Liquor Colour: Pale yellow-green to bright emerald-green, depending on steeping
• Mouthfeel: Light, refreshing, yes, but well-structured with character and depth

Brewing Guide

Tea-to-water ratio: 3–4 g per 200 ml
Water temperature: 75–85 °C (167–185 °F)
Steep time: 1.5–2.5 minutes (first infusion)
Re-steeps: 2–3 infusions, increasing 15–30 seconds each time

Tip: Use a glass or light porcelain vessel to admire the leaves as they unfurl; lower temperature and shorter steeping preserve the fine green character and prevent bitterness.

Key Features

• “Cui Ming” varietal, meaning Emerald Bright, with refined appearance & aroma
• Mao Feng style loose leaf, fine, pointed shoots with bright appearance
• Clean, sweet, lively green tea experience, true to first flush spirit
• Ideal for green tea lovers seeking freshness, clarity, and quality

Storage Recommendations

Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, moisture, and strong odours. Use an airtight container if possible. Because it is a fresh green tea, enjoy it within the season for the best freshness and vibrancy.