Zhuyeqing Tea
Bamboo Leaf Green
Zhuyeqing, 'bamboo leaf green,' is a modern famous tea from Mount Emei in Sichuan, named for its slender flat leaves.
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What does Zhuyeqing taste like?
Zhuyeqing, 'bamboo leaf green,' is a modern famous tea from Mount Emei in Sichuan, named for its slender flat leaves. The cup is fresh and gently sweet with a soft floral lift, a silky vegetal body, and a clean finish. It is pan-fired and lightly pressed, giving an elegant aroma. It is usually brewed in glass so the upright leaves can be watched as they steep.
Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.
Origin
Sichuan (Emei), China
Zhuyeqing is grown on Mount Emei in Sichuan and was created in the 1960s.
The birthplace of tea, producing every major tea style from green to dark.
Brewing Guide
How to Brew Zhuyeqing
Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.
Caffeine
Caffeine in Zhuyeqing
Typical brewed serving
Zhuyeqing is a medium-caffeine green tea. A typical brewed serving contains about 20–40 mg of caffeine.
Values can vary depending on quantity, brewing time, serving size, and preparation method.
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FAQ
Zhuyeqing Tea FAQ
Quick answers about Zhuyeqing tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.
What is Zhuyeqing tea?
Zhuyeqing, 'bamboo leaf green,' is a modern famous tea from Mount Emei in Sichuan, named for its slender flat leaves. It is also known as Bamboo Leaf Green.
Does Zhuyeqing tea have caffeine?
Yes. Zhuyeqing is a medium-caffeine tea, typically 20–40 mg per brewed serving.
What does Zhuyeqing tea taste like?
Zhuyeqing is known for a profile led by Fresh, Sweet, and Floral, with a light body.
How do you brew Zhuyeqing tea?
Use about 3 g of tea per 250 ml of water at 75–85°C, steeping for 2–3 minutes. It can be re-steeped 2–3 times.
Is Zhuyeqing tea bitter?
Bitterness is not a defining note of Zhuyeqing; its profile centers on Fresh, Sweet, and Floral.