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 green leaves, clear bright green liquor, and Jade white sprout color. Thus it has three distinct features: green dry leaves, bright green liquor, and green wet leaves. 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 also the only Chinese tea that is high in selenium due to the rich soil of its terroir. It is floral, full bodied with sweet delicate mouth feel. Enshi Jade Dew was widely grown the varietal introduced from Fuding Bai Hao varietal that from Fujian province, but the local varietal Tu Cha remains highly thought after which is the varietal we only source each year. It is a great everyday green tea that you will enjoy. 

Additional Info

Origin:                  Miao autonomous prefecture, Hubei province, China

Harvest time:        Pre-ming 2022

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

Tasting Notes

This premium 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.