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The name reflects both its base and its essence: Yuncui refers to the emerald-like freshness of the green tea leaves, while China Jasmine highlights the use of freshly picked blossoms from Hengxian, Guangxi — the Capital of Jasmine in China.
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Its uniqueness lies in the nine-scenting (九窨) process, a traditional method where tea leaves are infused with fresh jasmine blossoms up to nine times. This creates a deeper and more enduring fragrance compared to ordinary jasmine teas. With flowers sourced from Hengxian, Guangxi, famous for the highest quality jasmine, this tea captures the pinnacle of jasmine tea craftsmanship.
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Smooth and refreshing, with an elegant floral fragrance. The sweetness of jasmine blends perfectly with the brisk character of green tea, leaving a clean, lingering aftertaste.
Recommended Gongfu Brewing Method
Recommended Teaware for Yuncui China Jasmine:
Use a gaiwan or a glass teapot to best appreciate the release of jasmine fragrance. Yixing clay teapots are not recommended, as their porous nature may absorb the floral aroma.
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 50 seconds 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 4–5 times, with jasmine fragrance lasting gracefully through multiple infusions.
Essential Info
Chinese Name: 茉莉雲翠 (Simplified 茉莉云翠 / Traditional 茉莉雲翠)
Region: China (with jasmine flowers sourced from the Capital of Jasmine)
Harvest Time: 2025
Description:
Yuncui China Jasmine is a traditional jasmine tea made with fine green tea leaves and fresh jasmine blossoms. It undergoes the classic nine-scenting process, where flowers and tea are layered multiple times, ensuring a rich, lasting fragrance. With fresh jasmine from China’s jasmine capital, this tea represents the pinnacle of jasmine tea craftsmanship, offering a pure floral aroma and refreshing taste.
Tasting Profile:
Smooth and refreshing; elegant floral fragrance; sweet and lingering aftertaste balanced with the briskness of green tea.