Green Teas



Item	Price	Origin	Description

ANJI WHITE VIRGIN AWV-X01 NEW!! VERY LIMITED AVAILABILITY		China	These very rare, green leaves and buds yield a fresh, aromatic cup. The underside of the long, thin leaves is a pale greenish/white color. Flavor is sweet and lightly astringent. Renowned for it's healthful, high amino acid content. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 2 infusions.

BAMBOO LEAF - TRIBUTE BBL-X01 LIMITED AVAILABILITY		China	Picked before the Qing Ming Spring festival, these delicate, light green bud and first leaf sets have a fresh aroma and delightful taste. The liquor is a light yellow green. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 3 inf.

BROCADE OF FLOWERS BFL-X01 LIMITED AVAILABILITY		China	Art in a cup, this rare and fascinating base of tender green leaves opens to release a column of sweet chrysanthemum flowers. Brewing: 1 piece, 180 degrees, 2 min, 3 infusions.

CLOUDS AND MIST CLM-X01		China	Delicate "Yun Wu" plucked at the peak of their flavor in early Spring. The tender buds and leaves are grown at high altitudes where they bathe in the mountain mist most of the year. Aromatic with fresh flavor. Brewing: 1 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

DRAGON WELL - QING MING DWL-X01 BACK IN STOCK - LIMITED AVAILABILITY		China	The top grade of China's popular green tea. Picked before the early Spring rains, authentic "Long Jing" comes from the West Lake area of Hangzhou in China. Brewing: 1 tsp, 190 degrees, 2 min, 2 infusions.

DRAGON WELL - SPECIAL GRADE DWL-X02		China	Spring-picked, jade green, bud and leaf sets yield the distinctive "Long Jing" flavor and sweet aroma. Hand processing creates the signature flat shape. It takes about 4.5 lbs of fresh leaves to make 1 lb of finished tea. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 170 degrees, 2 min, 3 infusions.

DRAGON WELL-JADE EMPEROR DWL-X04 LIMITED AVAILABILITY		China	Fit for royalty, these extremely rare, tender bud and leaf sets are picked in late March, before Qing Ming. This exceptional "Long Jing" offers brilliant jade green leaves with a sweet, fresh aroma. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 2 infusions.

GAN TONG GTG-X01		China	Exquisite "Enlightened Consciousness" from remote Dali, China. Part of the "3 course tea," gently twisted spring leaves and bud sets yield a light yellow color, refreshing flavor and prized long lasting aftertaste. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 170 degrees, 2 min, 3 infusions.

GENMAI CHA GEN-X01		Japan	A traditional and intriguing Japanese green tea that blends hearty yet sweet leaves with roasted rice and popcorn. Brewing: 1 tsp, 190 degrees, 2-3 min, 2 infusions.

GOLDEN PRIZE HUIMING GPH-X01 SORRY - SOLD OUT		China	Long, slender, and flat leaves that yield a light green liquor with moderately strong flavor with light astringency. The light green bud and first leaf set have a fresh aroma. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

GREAT JADE PU ERH TEA CAKE PUR-X05 NEW!! LIMITED AVAILABILITY		China	Green and buddy, this earthy tea from Southern Yunnan is compressed into 7 in diameter cakes and aged. Pu Erh tea is well known for aiding digestion. Flavorful and well balanced, a thumbnail sized piece will make several infusions. Brewing: 1 tsp, 212 deg, 2 min, 3 inf.

GREEN LYCHEE GLY-X01		China	Bundles of aromatic green tea leaves tied at their base with a silken thread then rolled back on themselves. The result is a ball the size of a lychee fruit that opens into a green blossom when brewed. Brewing: 1 ball, 190 deg, 3 min, 4 infusions.

GREEN PEARLS GPL-X01		China	Pearls of strong green tea with slight hint of jasmine. Brewing: 8 pearls, 180 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

GREEN PEONY GPO-X02		China	A hearty green tea in a fascinating flower shape. Bundles of long leaves are tied around the middle and then folded back on themselves. Watch the leaves "bloom" as they steep. Brewing: 1 flower, 180 deg, 3-4 min, 3 infusions.

GUNPOWDER - TRIBUTE GUN-X01		China	Top grade of tender young leaves gently rolled into loose pellets. Usually reserved only for gift giving, the gray-green leaves yield a flavorful pale yellow liquor with an exceptional aroma. From Zhejiang province, China. Brewing: 1 tsp, 180 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

GUNPOWDER GUN-X02		China	Strong, whole green leaves rolled tightly into the shape of old fashioned gunpowder. Full flavor with a fresh aroma. Also called "Pearl" tea from China's East coast, Zhejiang province. Brewing: 1 tsp, 190 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

GYOKURO GYO-X01		Japan	"Jewel of Dew", these dark green leaves are one of the highest grades of Japanese teas. The fresh aroma and sweet taste result from the bushes being shaded with rattan mats to reduce chlorophyll. Brewing: 1 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 2 infusions.

HOJI CHA HOJ-X01		Japan	Intriguing tea from Japan. Large, flat leaves are roasted giving it a unique, rich taste and earthy aroma. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 190 deg, 3 min, 2 infusions.

HUANGSHAN MAOFENG HMF-X01		China	Flavorful "Hair Peak" bud and leaf sets from China's mist-covered "Yellow Mountains". Described as having a magnolia-like fragrance. Dried in stacks after picking, it is actually classified as a yellow tea. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 180 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

HUANGSHAN MAOJIAN HMJ-X01		China	Long slender "Hair Point" pine needle shaped leaves from the beautiful Yellow Mountains in Anhui, China. A medium strength infusion and lingering aftertaste. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 180 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

HUBEI GREEN TEA BRICK HTB-X04		China	Half sized version of the larger compressed black tea brick. A traditional design is pressed into the front and back. 7 1/2 x 5 inch tile. Brewing: 1 tsp, 212 degrees, 3 min, 3 infusions.

IMPERIAL JASMINE PEARLS JAS-X01 LIMITED AVAILABILITY		China	Rare, finest grade Dragon Phoenix Jasmine Pearls. Small downy peals yield a fragrant aroma and light color. Brewing: 1 tsp, 180 deg, 2 min, 4 infusions..

JASMINE JAS-X02		China	Popular grade of lightly fermented Bao Zhong tea blended with jasmine flowers. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 190 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

JASMINE PEARLS JAS-X03		China	Fine, whole leaf green tea leaves are rolled into tight, fragrant spheres. Often called Dragon Phoenix Jasmine Pearls. Brewing: 1 tsp, 180 deg, 2 min, 4 infusions..

JASMINE YINHAO JAS-X04 LOWER PRICE!!		China	The top grade of jasmine tea. The processed green tea leaves are layered between fresh jasmine flowers up to seven times. Brewing: 1 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

FIVE DRAGON JASMINE - ORGANIC JAS-X05 NEW!!		China	Certified organic, these slender, deep-green tea leaves are mixed with delicate jasmine petals. Yields a medium strength flavor and mild jasmine fragrance. From Five Dragon Mtn in Jiangxi, China. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 190 deg, 2 min, 2 inf.

KU DING CHA KUD-X01 LIMITED AVAILABILITY		China	Delicate, tiny curled, dark-green leaves which unfurl to reveal a brilliant jade green color and light green liquor. Slightly bitter at first, the flavor evolves in the mouth leaving a hint of sweetness. From Guizhou Province. Said to be helpful in weight loss. Brewing: 1 tsp, 175 deg, 1 min, 3 infusions.
LOTUS HEART LHT-X01 VERY LIMITED AVAILABILITY		Taiwan	An enchanting green tea with light honey-sweet aroma and delicate yet complex flavor. The twisted leaves and tender buds are at first spicy then sweet. The yellow-green liquor has a long lingering aftertaste. Hand made by Master Zhou in Taiwan. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 170 deg, 3 min, 3 inf.

MAT CHA OCH-X01		Japan	The finely powdered bright green tea used in the Japanese tea ceremony cha-no-yo. This strong, slightly bitter tea is given the honorable name "O-Cha". Brewing: .5 tsp, 180 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

MINI TUO CHA - GREEN TUO-X02		China	Miniature tea bowls made of rich Yunnan green tea. Perfect for a cup and will yield several infusions. Brewing: 1 bowl, 212 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

ORGANIC DARJEELING ORG-X01 NEW!!		India	Flavorful and lightly sweet organic green tea from the bio-dynamic Makaibari estate. Brewing: 1 tsp, 180 deg, 2 min, 3 inf.

PI LO CHUN PLC-X01SORRY - SOLD OUT		China	The famous "Green Snail Spring" from Suzhou, China. Small, down-covered leaves are curled into a unique spiral shape. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

TRIBUTE PI LO CHUN PLC-X02 BACK IN STOCK - LIMITED AVAILABILITY		China	Very fragrant fluffy "Green Snail Spring" bud and leaves West Hill near Suzhou. The darker leaves uncurl into a rich jade green. The aroma is refreshing and the mild taste has hints of honeydew melon.. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

SEN CHA SEN-X01		Japan	Popular Japanese dark green tea with a bold, grass-like taste and pale green liquor. Brewing: 1 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

SEN CHA - PREMIUM SEN-X02		Japan	Honyama, in Shizuoka prefecture, Japan is renowned for it's exceptional teas. With light, sweet taste and pale green-yellow color, these gently steamed, needle-like leaves offer an inviting aroma. Brewing: 1 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 3 inf..

SNOW LOTUS SLT-X01 SORRY - SOLD OUT		China	Exquisite and extremely rare art tea. Place one flower in the bottom of your cup and watch as it blossoms, slowly revealing it's hidden treasure of sweet pearls. Brewing: 1 piece, 180 deg, 2 min, 4 inf.

SPARROW'S TONGUE HST-X01 SORRY - SOLD OUT		China	Delicate bud and one leaf sets are carefully processed to give a light yellow liquor and pleasing mild flavor. The leaf separates from the bud when brewed forming a forked sparrow's tongue. From China's Yellow Mountains. Brewing: 1 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

TAI PING HOU KUI THK-X02		China	"Monkey King." One of China's most famous green teas, the top grade of these large, yet mild green leaves are picked from the very peak of the mountain and pressed flat on mesh screens. The light-yellow colored liquor has a fresh, sweet yet subtle, characteristic orchid aroma. Brewing: 2 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 2 infusions.

TIAN MU YU LO TMY-X01 NEW!!		China	These tiny, jade green, tender leaves and buds yield a sweet and fragrant cup. Tian Mu mountain is renowned for it's pure, pollution free environment. An especially nice green tea from Zhejiang Province. Brewing: 1.5 tsp, 170 deg, 2 min, 2 inf.

TREASURE OF THE SEA TSA-X01 SORRY - SOLD OUT		China	Tea and art combined, this sea shell shaped bundle of tender green leaves opens to reveal a string of plum blossom bud "pearls" and a center of chrysanthemum. Brewing: 1 piece, 180 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

WINTER SWEET WST-X01		China	Intriguing blend of two different green teas tied together and trimmed into a silvery disk. Complex and layered flavor with fresh aroma. Brewing: 1 piece, 190 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

YELLOW MEADOW ORG-X02		China	Flavorful green tea, naturally grown and processed with out use of chemical pesticides. Carefully crafted by master tea makers, in the small Yellow Meadow tea village in Fujian Province, China. Brewing: 1 tsp, 180 deg, 2 min, 3 infusions.

ZHEN MEI ZME-X02		China	"Precious Eyebrow" Chinese green tea from Zhejiang province. Lightly twisted, small leaves give a bright color and a light astringent taste with hints of sweetness in the aftertaste. Brewing: 1 tsp, 170 deg, 1 min, 3 inf.