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Taiwan 'Faux Spring' Qing Xin Green Tea

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Steep time
1–3 min
Recommended
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
70°C
Adjust to taste
Leaf ratio
Oxidation
Caffeine
medium
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Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Pairing: sushi, steamed vegetables, or citrusy salads

A very smooth green with a sweet floral taste which lingers in the mouth and no detectable bitterness. The sunny winter period this year tricked the tea plants into producing fresh leaves before the usual Spring harvest, resulting in a very rare pre-Spring harvest I have named 'Faux Spring'. Tasting Notes:- Fresh floral aroma- Sweet floral taste with green notes- Very smooth Harvest: 'Faux Spring', January 2019 Origin: Ming Jian, Nantou County, TaiwanAltitude: 350-400mFarmer: Mr. ChenSourced: Direct from the farmer Cultivar: Qing Xin Gan ZhiPicking: Hand Brewing Advice:- Heat water to roughly 70°C/158°F- Use 1-2 teaspoons per cup/small teapot- Brew for 60-90 seconds Packaging: Non-resealable vacuum-sealed bag packaged in Taiwan