Water Temperature & Rinse
Use water at 75–80 °C (167–176 °F) to bring out the tea’s delicate character without bitterness. A rinse is not usually necessary for Bi Luo Chun, though a very brief pour may be used to awaken the leaves.
Steeping Ratios & Times
A good starting point is 3–4 grams for a 100–150 ml vessel. Steep for 15–20 seconds initially, adding 5–10 seconds with each subsequent infusion. This tea typically yields 5–6 infusions, with evolving notes that move from floral and sweet to a gentle, lingering nuttiness.
Teaware Recommendation
Porcelain or glass Gaiwans are ideal for appreciating the tea’s clarity and the way the tiny spiraled leaves slowly expand.
Water Temperature & Rinse
Use water at 75–80 °C (167–176 °F) to bring out the tea’s delicate character without bitterness. A rinse is not usually necessary for Bi Luo Chun, though a very brief pour may be used to awaken the leaves.
Steeping Ratios & Times
A good starting point is 3–4 grams for a 100–150 ml vessel. Steep for 15–20 seconds initially, adding 5–10 seconds with each subsequent infusion. This tea typically yields 5–6 infusions, with evolving notes that move from floral and sweet to a gentle, lingering nuttiness.
Teaware Recommendation
Porcelain or glass Gaiwans are ideal for appreciating the tea’s clarity and the way the tiny spiraled leaves slowly expand.
Bi Luo Chun originates from Dongting Mountain in Jiangsu Province, an area surrounded by Taihu Lake. The unique terroir here is shaped by mist, humidity, and the shelter of fruit trees, which are often intercropped with tea bushes. This environment infuses the tea with subtle notes of fruit blossom and contributes to its signature aroma.
The region has produced Bi Luo Chun for over 1,000 years, with records of its cultivation dating back to the Tang Dynasty. Its reputation was elevated during the Qing Dynasty, when the Kangxi Emperor personally renamed it from “Scary Fragrance” to “Green Snail Spring” to better capture its elegance. Today, Dongting Mountain remains the benchmark for authentic Bi Luo Chun, prized for its refinement and its delicate balance of fragrance and taste.
Bi Luo Chun originates from Dongting Mountain in Jiangsu Province, an area surrounded by Taihu Lake. The unique terroir here is shaped by mist, humidity, and the shelter of fruit trees, which are often intercropped with tea bushes. This environment infuses the tea with subtle notes of fruit blossom and contributes to its signature aroma.
The region has produced Bi Luo Chun for over 1,000 years, with records of its cultivation dating back to the Tang Dynasty. Its reputation was elevated during the Qing Dynasty, when the Kangxi Emperor personally renamed it from “Scary Fragrance” to “Green Snail Spring” to better capture its elegance. Today, Dongting Mountain remains the benchmark for authentic Bi Luo Chun, prized for its refinement and its delicate balance of fragrance and taste.
Brewing Guide
Brewing Guide
Region
Region
特级纯芽碧螺春绿茶
特
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纯
芽
碧
螺
春
绿
茶
Bi Luo Chun, or “Green Snail Spring,” is a delicate green tea renowned for its downy buds rolled into tight spirals resembling snail shells. The tea is picked early in spring when buds are still tender and full of fragrance. Its character is defined by a fresh, lively taste layered with floral and fruity notes, a profile that reflects both the leaf’s youth and the region’s fertile terroir.
Bi Luo Chun, or “Green Snail Spring,” is a delicate green tea renowned for its downy buds rolled into tight spirals resembling snail shells. The tea is picked early in spring when buds are still tender and full of fragrance. Its character is defined by a fresh, lively taste layered with floral and fruity notes, a profile that reflects both the leaf’s youth and the region’s fertile terroir.
Bi Luo Chun
Imperial Grade
Pure Bud
Green Tea
Bi Luo Chun
Imperial Grade
Pure Bud
Green Tea
50g|$22|10 Servings
100g|$40|20 Servings
250g|$95|50 Servings
