Zhu Ye Qing (Bamboo Leaf Green) – Emei Mountain Green Tea

Product Overview

Zhu Ye Qing—“Bamboo Leaf Green”—is a celebrated green tea from Emei Mountain in Sichuan. Its slim, flat needle leaves resemble bamboo leaves and brew a bright jade cup. Expect a crisp, refreshing body with orchid-bamboo aromatics, tender bean sweetness, and a clean, cooling finish that shines hot or iced.

Key Features

• Emei Mountain Origin: High-elevation gardens in Sichuan’s misty slopes shape this tea’s clarity and fragrance.
• Flat Needle Appearance: Slim, flat leaves—vivid green, beautifully suspended in glass brewing.
• Crisp & Sweet Profile: Fresh green notes with orchid-bamboo aroma, tender edamame/bean sweetness, and low astringency.
• Early-Spring Picking: Typically 1 bud + 1 young leaf for purity, aroma, and a smooth texture.

Health Benefits

• Antioxidant Support: Naturally rich in green-tea polyphenols for everyday wellness.
• Gentle Energy: Moderate caffeine balanced by L-theanine for calm focus.
• Clean Hydration: Bright, tidy finish makes it easy to sip throughout the day.

Brewing Instructions

• Western Style: 3–4 g · 500 ml at 80–85 °C · 1½–2½ min. Start shorter for a lighter cup.
• Gongfu Style: 5 g · 100 ml at 80–85 °C · quick rinse · 8–12 s to start; then +5–10 s each round (3–6 infusions).
• Glass Steeping (Classic): Add 3–5 g to a tall glass; pour 80 °C water to one-third, swirl to awaken; top up and sip when comfortable as leaves stand and slowly sink.
• Cold Brew: 8–10 g · 1 L cold water · refrigerate 6–8 hrs for a crisp, lightly sweet iced tea.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: What does Zhu Ye Qing mean?
  A: “Bamboo Leaf Green,” referencing the flat, bamboo-like leaves and vivid green liquor.
• Q: How does it taste?
  A: Clean and refreshing with orchid-bamboo aromatics, tender bean sweetness, and low astringency.
• Q: How many infusions can I expect?
  A: Typically 3–5 Western steeps; more via gongfu as you extend time gradually.