Highlights

Enshi Yu Lu is produced in the Wuling mountainous area in the Tujia and Miao (the two ethnic groups) autonomous prefecture of Hubei province. Its named Yu Lu, literally jade dew in Chinese, to reflect its radiant and dark green leaves, clear bright green liquor, and Jade white sprout color. It is one of a few steamed Chinese green teas that employs the ancient steaming method in the process of making green tea. Steaming was the widely used method for making green tea during the Tang dynasty (about 800 AD) and was later adapted by the Japanese. However, in making En Shi Yu Lu, the ancient process and tools still remain to this day.

Enshi Jade Dew is the only Chinese tea that is high in selenium due to the rich soil of its terroir. This tea is first grade pre-ming, floral, full bodied and creamy, with sweet delicate mouth feel. This tea was harvest in March 2022 from the flavorful local varietal Tucha, that is less commonly grown but remains highly thought after which is the varietal we only source each year. A special great green tea  you don't want to miss. 

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Additional Info

Origin:                  Enshi Miao autonomous prefecture, Hubei province, China

Harvest time:        Early April 2023, pre-ming

Varietal:                Local varietal Tu Cha
Elevation:             900m
Caffeine level:      Medium

Tasting Notes

This tea has a very clear and clean liquor, a distinctive floral aroma, vegetal freshness, a hint of almond, and a unique mouth feel and taste.