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Cultivated at the foot of the Huangshan Mountains in Anhui Province, Taiping Houkui has globally distinguished itself. Characterized by its distinctively elongated emerald leaves, described as fluttering softly when brewed in an enticing movement known as a ÔPhoenix dance. Flaunting light citric hues with a mellow aroma and exquisite orchid fragrance, the infusion leaves a lingering sweetness.

Superfine Taiping Hou Kui Green Tea

Spring First Flush

Yixing or Gaiwan in Glass, Clay or Purion.

Size

Quantity

Origin

Single Garden Tea

Green Tea
Cultivar: Shi-da Cultivar
Origin: Huangshan, Anhui, China
Estate Name: Xinming Township
Tea Maker: Houkeng Tea Farm
Elevation: 700m

Watch Step by Step

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Step 1: Preheat

Step 2: Weigh

Step 3: Infuse

Step 4: Serve

Watch Step by Step

Step 1: Preheat

Step 2: Weigh

Step 3: Infuse

Step 4: Serve

Infusion Guide with Notes

notes and tips

- Monkey Chief
- Brewing Vessel (Teapot or Gaiwan)
  Digital Kettle
  Digital Scales
  Timer / Watch
  Serving Vessel
  Spoon
  Cup and Saucer

notes and tips

- Heat the kettle to the desired temperature and pre-heat all the vessels, then discard the water.
- If you don't have a temperature-controlled kettle or thermometer, add cold water to the tea before topping it with boiling water. We recommend 10% cold water for 90 degrees and 20% for 80 degrees. PLEASE NOTE: this is approximate, and different teaware materials will affect the outcome.

notes and tips

- Weigh the appropriate amount of tea and add it to the pot. Pour the desired amount of pre-heated water over the leaves in a circular motion so the leaves unfurl and awaken.

notes and tips

- Steep the leaves for the recommended time. If the leaves are tightly confined in the vessel, give a little stir to ensure maximum surface area is achieved.

notes and tips

- Once the desired infusion time has finished, separate the leaves from the tea liquor by removing the infuser basket or by straining into a serving vessel.
- Pour into a cup and serve.

Essential Equipments

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