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Tongyu Mountain Green -Tongyu Shan Qing

Deep green leaves, vegetal, hint of fruit
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Type: Green

Province: Fujian

Pinyin: Tóngyù shān qīng

Caffeine Level: Medium-High

Organic: No

Main Flavor Profile: Vegetal

Packaging: Loose leaf

A local Mao Feng cultivar, it is farmed & processed to local custom. It is not often found in the U.S. in this style and flavor. TMG is an exceptional choice for those that enjoy a strong and full-bodied Chinese green. Handpicked, single origin and traditionally fired in bamboo baskets, TMG offers beautiful, long leaves that offer a slightly fruity taste with light, natural sweetness. An unusual tea embodies regional characteristics in coloration, leaf size, and taste. This is one of the strongest tasting green teas we offer. Harvested early April 2024.

Lot Notes. TMG is fired in bamboo baskets using traditional processing methods. It is fired at high temperature giving it a stronger body and accentuating its sweet side. We found a subtle, fruity note at the finish of this tea. 

Tea Facts. The origins of this green tea are found in the WuYi Mountains of Fujian Province. Harvested typically when the leaves have grown larger (mid-to-late April) and its early spring flavors are strong. 

Tasting Notes. This is a strong green with hints of fruit. There is a light, natural sweetness to be enjoyed. Aroma is strong and vegetal.  

Brewing Suggestions. Three grams (teaspoon) is our recommendation for 6-8 ounces of water. Use a water temperature from 185-205 F. This will bring up its sweet notes quickly. Steep briefly for 2 minutes and taste. The tea can steep longer for added body.

GREEN TEA

3 grams/1 teaspoon per 6 ounces of water

170° - 195° F

2 Minutes

Full-leaf green teas will open to layered, delicate flavors. The freshly picked leaves are dehydrated to prevent oxidization and preserve their natural green color. Japanese green teas are steamed to preserve their fresh aromas and flavor notes. It is best if green tea is not brewed with boiling water.

Lower temperature water allows the leaves to steep slowly, preserving their natural sweetness. Green teas and yellow teas offer a gentle vegetal aroma. In the mouth, flavors range from spring asparagus and delicate notes of sorrel and raw vegetables to herbaceous and nutty.

  • 5
    Green

    Posted by Jeff on 19th Nov 2024

    Been drinking this for 30 years. Love it.

  • 5
    Tongyu Mountain Green

    Posted by Hud on 13th Jan 2023

    Love this manufacture of green tea. I like my tea strong too. This can be brewed like a raw puer as well as a green. A forgiving green that doesn't get astringent; the bitterness, if brewed like a puer, accentuates the lovely sweet character. I double up the recommended amount of leaf & brew half the time stated. Then I can extend brewing time and temperature up to 5 steepings, ending at full boil. Unique green that does very well brewed Gong Fu style.

  • 5
    Tongyu mountain

    Posted by Robert on 9th Dec 2021

    Top quality and delicious

  • 5
    Tongyu Mountain Green

    Posted by Lynn A Comstock on 20th Oct 2018

    I normally get oolong but decided to try this tea. I like strong tea and usually steep longer than suggested, but did not need to with this green tea. If you are looking for a green with body and taste this is the best I’ve had. Great for a daily tea substitute for my coffee. Try it and you’ll see what I mean.

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