Huanghua Zhen (Yellow Needles): Exquisite White Tea
Huanghua Zhen (Chinese: 黄花针白茶, pinyin: Huánghuā zhēn báichá) is one of the rarest and most valuable varieties of white tea, prized for its unusual golden-yellow color and delicate sweet taste.
Origin and name
The name of the tea "Huanghua Zhen" is translated as "yellow flower needles". This description perfectly reflects the appearance of the tea buds: they are long, thin and have a golden-yellow hue, reminiscent of flower petals.
Unique features
- Colour: The main feature of Huanghua Zhen is its unusual golden-yellow colour. This is the result of special processing of tea leaves, which preserves the maximum amount of natural pigments in them.
- Taste: The taste of Huanghua Zhen is very soft, sweet, with light fruity and floral notes. The aftertaste is long and pleasant.
- Aroma: The aroma of the tea is delicate, subtle, with hints of honey and jasmine.
- Health benefits: Like all white teas, Huanghua Zhen is rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. This tea has a number of health benefits:
- Strengthens the immune system
- Improves digestion
- Promotes weight loss
- Slows down the aging process
- Improves the functioning of the cardiovascular system
Production
Only young buds of the tea bush are used to produce Huanghua Zhen, which are hand-picked in early spring. After picking, the buds undergo a special treatment that includes fixing, roasting and drying.
How to brew
- Water temperature: 80-85°C.
- Brewing time: 3-5 minutes.
- Amount of tea: 3-5 grams per 150 ml of water.
Huanghua Zhen is a true masterpiece of Chinese tea art. Its unusual color, delicate taste and aroma make it an unforgettable drink. If you want to try something special, this tea is definitely worth trying.
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Name in Chinese
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黄花针白茶 |
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Pinyin
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Huanghuang Zhenbai |
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English name
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Huanghua Zhen |
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Translation
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White tea yellow flower needle |
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Tea variety
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Baihao Yinzhen |
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Country
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China |
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District
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Ninda |
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Provinces
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Fujian (福建) |
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Region
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Fuding (福鼎) |
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Habitat
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Фудин (福鼎, fúdǐng) |
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Tea tree (bush) variety
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Da Bai Hao |
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