Song Zhen (Pine Needle) Tea: An Exquisite Drink with a Rich History
Song Zhen Tea , or "Pine Needles", is one of the most refined and respected varieties of red Chinese tea, originally from the Yunnan province. It received its unusual name due to the unique shape of the dried leaves, reminiscent of thin pine needles covered with delicate golden hairs.
History and origin
The red tea variety "Song Zhen" appeared in the 30s of the last century. Since then, its popularity has grown very quickly and today we have an abundance of varieties and types. One of the main varieties is dian hong. The collection of tea leaves for its production occurs in spring, summer and autumn. "Song Zhen" is one of the representatives of dian hongs, which cannot be ignored. The main difference between pine needles and the entire mass of dian hongs is smooth, long, needle-like tea leaves. Song Zhen is a spring harvest, which distinguishes it from the rest with especially juicy and dense buds. The tea has a rich sweetish aroma and a dense, memorable taste.
Song Zhen is made from young shoots of the tea bush, consisting of one bud and one leaf. After harvesting, the raw material undergoes thorough fermentation, which results in the leaves acquiring a characteristic elongated shape and a rich red color.
Key features of Song Zhen tea:
- Taste: Soft, sweetish, with notes of fruit, nuts and honey. The aftertaste is long, pleasant, with a slight sourness.
- Aroma: Rich, multifaceted, with subtle floral and fruity notes.
- Colour of the infusion: Bright red, transparent.
- Appearance: Long, thin leaves covered with golden hairs.
Health benefits
Song Zhen has many useful properties: it protects the body's cells from damage by free radicals, stimulates the immune system, and helps normalize the gastrointestinal tract. It has a pronounced tonic effect, invigorates and increases efficiency.
How to Brew Song Zhen
In order to reveal the full aroma and taste of this tea, it is recommended to use the following recommendations:
- Water temperature: 90-95°C.
- Brewing time: First brew – 30 seconds, subsequent brews – 10-15 seconds longer.
- Amount of tea: 5-7 grams per 200 ml of water.
- Utensils: It is best to use a transparent glass or porcelain teapot.
Song Zhen is a true work of art that will give you an unforgettable taste experience and help you relax after a long day.
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Name in Chinese
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滇红松针 |
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Pinyin
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diānhóng sōngzhēn |
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English name
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Dianhong Pine Needles |
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Translation
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Dianhong "Pine Needles" |
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Country
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China |
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District
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Lincang (临沧市, Líncāng shì) |
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Provinces
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Yunnan (云南) |
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Region
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Lincang (临沧) |
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Habitat
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Фэнцин (凤庆) |
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