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Biluochun Green Tea Bulk 500g Wholesale Gift

Biluochun Green Tea Bulk 500g Wholesale Gift

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  • Product name: Biluochun
  • Category: Green Tea
  • Origin: Suzhou, Jiangsu
  • Packaging: Bulk
  • Net content: 500g
  • Shelf life: 18 months
  • Storage method: Sealed, light-proof, dry, and odor-proof.

Biluochun is one of the top ten famous teas in China. It belongs to the green tea category. It is produced in Dongting Mountain and Xidongting Mountain in Taihu Lake, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, so it is also called "Dongting Biluochun". It has a long history. It was listed as a tribute as early as the Tang Dynasty. It has a history of more than 1,000 years.

Characteristics of Biluochun

  • Appearance: Biluochun has slender strips, curled like a snail, silver-green in color, and white hairs.
  • Aroma: The tea aroma is fresh and elegant, with rich floral and fruity aromas, and the aroma is extremely rich.
  • Soup color: After brewing, the tea soup is clear and bright, with a tender green color.
  • Taste: The taste is fresh and mellow, with a noticeable and lasting aftertaste, and a light fruity sweetness.
  • Leaf bottom: The leaf bottom is tender green and uniform, and the buds and leaves are complete.

Origin of Biluochun

  • The core production area of Biluochun is in Dongting Mountain and Xidongting Mountain of Taihu Lake. The climate here is mild, the rainfall is abundant, and the soil is fertile, which is very suitable for the growth of tea trees. Tea gardens are usually intercropped with fruit trees. Tea trees absorb the fragrance of fruit trees, forming the unique floral and fruity fragrance of Biluochun.

Picking time of Biluochun

The picking time of Biluochun is very particular, mainly concentrated in spring, especially around Qingming Festival. Specifically, the picking period of Biluochun generally starts from late March and lasts until mid-April. This period is called "Qingqian Tea" and "Yuqian Tea".

1. Mingqian Tea (before Qingming Festival)

Before Qingming Festival (generally from late March to early April)

Features: Mingqian Tea is the best among Biluochun teas. Due to the early picking time, the tea buds have just begun to unfold, the tea leaves are rich in substances, the aroma is elegant, the taste is fresh and refreshing, and the quality is the best.

Production: Due to the short picking time and strict requirements, the production of Mingqian Tea is small and the price is relatively high.

2. Yuqian Tea (before Guyu)

Time: After Qingming Festival to before Guyu (generally from early April to mid-April).

Features: The quality of pre-rain tea is slightly inferior to pre-Ming tea, but it is still a high-quality tea. The tea buds and leaves are slightly larger, and the aroma and taste are still fresh, but slightly stronger than pre-Ming tea.

Output: The output of pre-rain tea is more than that of pre-Ming tea, and the price is relatively affordable, which is a very cost-effective choice.

3. Picking standards

Biluochun is mainly picked with tender buds and one bud and one leaf, and the buds and leaves are required to be tender and uniform. When picking, it is necessary to handle and place gently to avoid damaging the tea leaves to ensure the quality of the finished tea.

4. The importance of picking time

Climate influence: The temperature in spring is moderate and the rainfall is abundant. After the winter dormancy, the tea trees have accumulated rich nutrients. The quality of the tea picked at this time is the best.

Tenderness requirements: Biluochun is mainly tender buds. In spring, the new buds of the tea trees sprout, and the buds and leaves are fresh and tender, which meets the production requirements of Biluochun.

5. Tea in other seasons

Summer and autumn tea: The tea leaves in summer and autumn are not as good as spring tea due to the high temperature and fast growth. They are generally not used to make Biluochun.

In short, the picking time of Biluochun is mainly concentrated in spring, especially around Qingming Festival. The tea quality during this period is the best, and the aroma and taste are the most prominent.

Biluochun production process

The production process of Biluochun is very particular, mainly including the following steps:

  • Picking: Biluochun is generally picked around Qingming Festival, mainly tender buds and one bud and one leaf, and the buds and leaves are required to be fresh and tender and uniform.
  • Drying: The fresh leaves after picking need to be dried for a period of time to release some moisture.
  • Detoxification: Through high-temperature frying, the enzyme activity in the tea leaves is destroyed, oxidation is prevented, and the emerald green color of the tea leaves is maintained.
  • Rolling: Roll the detoxified tea leaves into a spiral shape.
  • Drying: Finally, dry at low temperature to shape and reduce the moisture content.

Biluochun brewing method

  • Water temperature: Biluochun is a tender bud tea. The water temperature should not be too high when brewing. It is appropriate to be around 80℃.
  • Tea set: It is recommended to use It is best to use a glass cup or a white porcelain bowl to observe the expansion of the tea leaves and the color of the soup.
  • Tea dosage: Generally 3-5 grams of tea leaves are enough.
  • Brewing time: The first brew is about 1-2 minutes, and each subsequent brew can be appropriately extended by 10-20 seconds.

Effects of Biluochun

  • Antioxidation: Biluochun is rich in tea polyphenols, which has antioxidant effects and helps to delay aging.
  • Refreshing: Caffeine in tea can stimulate the central nervous system and refresh the mind.
  • Promoting digestion: Biluochun helps promote gastric juice secretion and aids digestion.
  • Lipid reduction and weight loss: Tea polyphenols and caffeine can promote fat metabolism and help lose weight.

Preservation of Biluochun

  • Biluochun is a green tea, which is susceptible to moisture and oxidation, so the following points should be noted when preserving it:
  • Sealing: Put the tea leaves in a sealed container to avoid contact with air.
  • Avoid light: Tea leaves should be stored in a cool and dry place to avoid direct sunlight.
  • Low temperature: Tea leaves can be refrigerated, but attention should be paid to moisture-proof.

Cultural value of Biluochun

  • Biluochun is not only a drink, but also an important part of Chinese tea culture. Its unique production process and elegant quality reflect the exquisiteness and ingenuity of Chinese traditional culture. The name of Biluochun is also full of poetry. It is said that it got its name because of its shape like a snail and its emerald green color.
  • In short, Biluochun is deeply loved by tea lovers for its unique aroma, fresh taste and elegant appearance. It is a treasure among Chinese green teas. If you want to choose a tea as a gift, Biluochun tea is also an excellent choice.
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