Xin Jin Xiaozhong (Small Grade "New Gold"): Exquisite Taste of Chinese Tea
Xin Jin Xiaozhong (新金小种, pinyin Xīn jīn xiǎo zhǒng) is the name of a Chinese tea, which consists of three characters:
- 新(xīn) - new
- 金(jīn) - gold
- 小种(xiǎo zhǒng) - small variety
Thus, in Russian it can be translated as Small variety "New gold".
Xin Jin Xiaozhong is a special type of Chinese red tea that is prized for its unique aroma and deep flavor. Its name translates as "small new gold", which already hints at its value and rarity. This tea is produced in Fujian Province, famous for its high-quality teas.
Features of Xin Jin Xiaozhong tea
- Aroma: Dry tea has a warm, nutty-spicy aroma with notes of dried green peas and rye bread. After brewing, the aroma opens up, acquiring a velvety spiciness with shades of wild honey and a light nutty dominant.
- Taste: The taste of the tea is rich and multifaceted, with a slight sweetness and pleasant astringency. It warms the body and lifts the mood.
- Color of the infusion: The infusion has a rich red-brown color.
- Effect: The tea has a tonic effect, improves mood and promotes relaxation. It is great for daily use, especially in the autumn-winter period.
How to Brew Xin Jin Xiaozhong
In order to fully reveal the taste and aroma of this tea, it is recommended to use the following recommendations:
- Water temperature: 90-95 degrees Celsius.
- Brewing time: First brew – 30 seconds, subsequent brews – 10-15 seconds longer.
- Amount of tea: 5-7 grams per 150 ml of water.
What to pair Xin Jin Xiaozhong with
This tea goes well with various desserts, fruits and nuts. It can be drunk both neat and with honey or lemon. Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong warms up the whole body, helps improve mood, has a moderate tonic effect. Tea for daily tea drinking in the autumn-winter period, alone or with friends. It will appeal to lovers of balanced red teas, dark oolongs, and shu puer.
Xin Jin Xiaozhong has a unique taste and aroma that is difficult to confused with other varieties. Rich in antioxidants and other beneficial substances that have a beneficial effect on the body. Suitable for both amateurs classic red teas, as well as for those who prefer more refined and complex flavors. Its rich taste and aroma will allow you to enjoy every cup and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a Chinese tea ceremony.
The aroma of dry tea leaves is warm, nutty and spicy, with a playful note of dry green peas and rye bread. After the first rinse brewing, the tea opens up, acquiring a velvety spicy aroma with nuances of wild honey and a light nutty dominant.
The first, second and third steeps have a fairly dense, sweet and sour taste, reminiscent of honey bread with spices. The taste is devoid of sharp, intrusive shades of smoke, which shows full compliance with the technology in the production of this tea. By the fourth steep, a pleasant tartness is felt more and more vividly, a light bitterness with nutty-spicy touches comes to the fore.
The aftertaste is restrained, balanced, and its thickness fills the entire oral cavity. The infusion is clean and transparent, with a rich cinnamon color.
Lapsang Souchong tea is steeped for 6 times, gradually releasing its best flavors and slowly dissolving into bitter-tart tones.
It is best to brew this tea in a 150 ml Yixing clay teapot or a porcelain gaiwan of the same volume, taking 5-7 g of dry leaves. It is necessary to use water with a temperature of 95-98 ° C.
Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong warms up the whole body, improves mood, has a moderate tonic effect. Tea for daily tea drinking in the autumn-winter period, alone or with friends. Will appeal to lovers of balanced red teas, dark oolongs, and shu puer.
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Name in Chinese
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新金小种 (正山小种) |
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Pinyin
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xīn jīn xiǎozhǒng (zhèngshān xiǎozhǒng) |
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English name
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Xin jin xiaozhong |
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Translation
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Small variety "new gold" (Small variety from those very mountains) |
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Tea variety
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Lapsang Souchong |
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Country
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China |
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District
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Wuyishan |
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Provinces
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Fujian (福建) |
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Habitat
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Уишань Баньян (武夷山半岩) |
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