Chinese Green Tea
Chinese green tea is shaped by early heat-fixing that preserves a fresh, vivid character. This collection presents two distinctive Zhejiang teas: West Lake Longjing, known for flat leaves, roasted-bean aroma and clean sweetness, and Anji Bai Cha, a green tea with orchid-like fragrance, gentle savory depth and a soft texture. Although Anji Bai Cha contains ‘white tea’ in its Chinese name, it is processed as green tea. Brew with slightly cooler water and shorter infusions to keep the cup clear, sweet and balanced.
Pan-fired fixing
Green tea is the least oxidized of all tea types.
Immediately after plucking, the fresh leaves are heated — pan-fired or steamed，
to halt oxidation entirely.
This step, called fixing, locks in the freshness of spring.
Harvest
At yunsho, we use only pre-Qingming tea buds and tender leaves，
harvested before the Qingming Festival in early April.
This is the year's first flush. The buds are small, dense with nutrients, and exceptionally soft.
Teas made from these early leaves are smoother, sweeter, and more aromatic.
The window is brief, the yield is small — but the quality is unmatched.
FAQs
What are the health benefits of green tea?
Unoxidized green tea is rich in polyphenols (catechins) and L-theanine, offering powerful antioxidant support, clean energy, and metabolism benefits. In traditional Chinese medicine, it is considered cooling and helps clear heat and quench thirst. Modern research also highlights its positive role in cardiovascular and metabolic health.
Can I add milk, sugar, or lemon to green tea?
Our whole-leaf green tea has a delicate, clean flavor. We recommend enjoying it pure to fully appreciate its fresh, sweet character. You can also try cold brewing or adding a touch of honey or lemon. To avoid masking its subtle aroma, we do not recommend adding milk.
What kind of teaware is best for brewing green tea?
We recommend a glass cup or a white porcelain gaiwan. A glass cup lets you watch the leaves gracefully unfurl, while white porcelain preserves the tea's true, delicate aroma. We do not recommend a
Yixing clay pot for green tea — its high heat retention and porous nature can easily overcook the tender leaves and dull their freshness.
What should I keep in mind when drinking green tea?
Green tea contains caffeine, so we suggest avoiding it on an empty stomach. If you are sensitive to caffeine, it’s best not to drink it late in the day. The ideal brewing temperature is around 85°C (185°F) — excessively hot water can make the tea bitter. Because green tea is unoxidized, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator after opening and enjoy it soon to preserve its freshness.
