Type: Hei Cha
Packaging: 200g / Box
Origin: China
Description:
Tian Jian Tian Jian means "heavenly tippy tea" in Chinese, and it describes the finest grade of dark tea. Our Tian Jian dark tea is from Hunan province which is famous for making some of the best dark teas available. Tian Jian is the top grade of three teas that are made throughout this region of Hunan – Tian Jian, Gong Jian and Shen Jian. The related beginning Hei Cha record, we can see Tang Dynasty Yang Ye” Imperial food steward To handle Record” as well as Five Dynasties Mao Wenxi “Tea Spectrum” the “Qu Jiang thin slice, catty 80”. The Production of Hei Cha, began in tea early of the 16th century, According to “the Ming Dynasty History Tea Law”, as early as in the Ming Dynasty Jiajing Three Year, namely in 1524, Hei Cha was stipulated as the Official Tea transported to north-west which was needed by the national minority people, and became there necessity. Till today, there is still a famous saying,” One would rather go without cereal for three days than be denied tea for one single day.”
Brewing Guide:
Before brewing, hot rinse this tea by pouring boiling water over the leaves and discarding the water. Use 2 teaspoons of tea (about a quarter sized piece) per 8-12 oz of water. Steep for 2 minutes with boiling water.