Tai Ping Hou Kui – Giant-Leaf Green Tea from Huangshan

Product Overview

Tai Ping Hou Kui hails from the Huangshan area of Anhui. Its hallmark is the extra-large, flat leaves—hand-pressed so the veins stand out clearly. In the cup, expect a pale-green liquor with an elegant orchid fragrance, silky sweetness, low astringency, and a bright, clean finish. Visually stunning in a tall glass as the long leaves stand upright and slowly sink.

Key Features

• Giant Flat Leaves: Signature hand-pressed shaping; “two knives and one pole” look with visible leaf veins.
• Orchid Aroma: Fragrant, floral nose over a gentle green body; naturally low bitterness.
• Silky, Sweet Cup: Smooth texture with lingering sweetness and a crisp finish.
• Showpiece Brewing: Excellent for tall-glass steeping—the long leaves present beautifully.

Health Benefits

• Antioxidant Support: Green-tea polyphenols support everyday wellness.
• Gentle Energy: Moderate caffeine balanced by natural L-theanine for calm focus.
• Clean Hydration: Refreshing finish makes it easy to drink throughout the day.

Brewing Instructions

• Tall Glass (Classic): Add 3–5 g to a tall glass. Pour 80–85 °C water to one-third, swirl to awaken; top up and sip when comfortable. Watch the leaves stand and drift.
• Western Style: 3–4 g · 500 ml at 80–85 °C · 2–3 min. Use fewer leaves rather than over-steeping to avoid bitterness.
• Gongfu Style: 5 g · 100 ml at 80–85 °C · quick rinse · 10–15 s to start; then +5–10 s each round (3–6 infusions).
• Cold Brew: 8–10 g · 1 L cold water · refrigerate 6–8 hrs for a sweet, floral iced tea.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: What makes Tai Ping Hou Kui different?
  A: The extra-large, hand-pressed flat leaves, orchid aroma, and low astringency—distinct from needle or flat-blade greens.
• Q: How would you describe the flavor?
  A: Silky and lightly sweet with floral (orchid) aromatics and a clean, refreshing finish.
• Q: Can it be re-infused?
  A: Yes—3–5 steeps Western; more via gongfu as you extend time gradually.