Tianxiang Yuncui

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Tianxiang Yuncui, meaning Heavenly Fragrance and Cloudy Emerald, is a distinguished green tea from Jiangxi Province. Grown in misty mountain regions, its name reflects both the tea’s elegant aroma (Tianxiang) and the jade-green color of its tender leaves (Yuncui).

The finished leaves are fine, slender, and vibrant green. When brewed, they release a bright, clear liquor with a delicate floral fragrance.

*All ingredients of this tea are 100% organically grown.

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Tianxiang Yuncui, meaning Heavenly Fragrance and Cloudy Emerald, is a distinguished green tea from Jiangxi Province. Grown in misty mountain regions, its name reflects both the tea’s elegant aroma (Tianxiang) and the jade-green color of its tender leaves (Yuncui).

The finished leaves are fine, slender, and vibrant green. When brewed, they release a bright, clear liquor with a delicate floral fragrance.

*All ingredients of this tea are 100% organically grown.

  • The name highlights its unique qualities: Tianxiang (天香) means “heavenly fragrance,” referring to its elegant floral aroma, while Yuncui (雲翠) means “cloudy emerald,” describing the vibrant green color of the leaves grown in mist-covered mountains.

  • This tea captures the essence of Jiangxi’s mountain terroir. Carefully handpicked and processed, it produces a liquor that is both aromatic and refreshing. Its floral fragrance, bright green liquor, and smooth sweetness make it a distinctive representative of Jiangxi green teas.

  • Fresh, smooth, and brisk, with a natural sweetness. Its liquor is clear and bright, carrying a delicate floral aroma and leaving a long, clean aftertaste.

Recommended Gongfu Brewing Method

Recommended Teaware for Tianxiang Yuncui:
Use a gaiwan or a glass teapot to best appreciate the elegant green leaves and their fragrance. Yixing clay teapots are not recommended, as they may soften the tea’s fresh, floral notes.

Water Temperature:
70–80 °C.

Brewing Instructions:

  • Leaf-to-water ratio: 1 g of tea per 50 ml of water (1:50).
    For example, with a 150 ml gaiwan, use about 3 g of tea.

  • First infusion: Steep for about 1 minute at 75–80 °C, then pour out completely.

  • Subsequent infusions: Increase steeping time by 5–10 seconds with each round.

This tea can be brewed at least 5 times, each infusion revealing layers of fragrance and refreshing sweetness.

Essential Info

Chinese Name: 天香雲翠 (Simplified 天香云翠 / Traditional 天香雲翠)

Region: Jiangxi Province, China
Harvest Time: 2024

Description:
Tianxiang Yuncui, or Heavenly Fragrance Cloudy Emerald, is a green tea from Jiangxi’s misty mountain regions. Its slender emerald leaves yield a bright liquor with a delicate floral fragrance. Smooth, brisk, and sweet, it embodies both elegance and refreshing character, making it a distinctive Jiangxi specialty.

Tasting Profile:
Fresh, brisk, and smooth; floral fragrance; bright liquor with a clean, lingering sweetness.

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