Sunday, August 5, 2012

Zhu Ye Qing

Zhu Ye Qing, translated to 'green bamboo', was first made by monks at Mount E Mei of Sichuan province a long time ago.  Its dancing leaves in a cup have the appearance of minuscule bamboo leaves.  It is a unique tea to savor.  

Zhu Ye Qing
Type:  Green Tea     Producing Country: China      Preparation:  85°C 3 Min

Dry Leaf:  The bright green buds are herbaceous.  They are cute tiny pea pods.
Wet Leaf:  The wet leaves are fragrant and have the scent of green beans. 
Liquor:      The color is pale gold.  It is a tasty brew of green beans/bamboo leaves with American ginseng background.  It is pleasantly lengthy.   

Tee Score: 5 out of 5