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Song Zhen (Pine Needle) Tea: An Elegant Drink with a Rich History
Song Zhen tea , or "Pine Needles," is one of the most refined and revered varieties of red Chinese tea, originating from the Yunnan province. It gets its unusual name from the unique shape of its dried leaves, which resemble thin pine needles covered in delicate golden hairs.
History and origin
The Song Zhen red tea variety first appeared in the 1930s. Since then, its popularity has grown rapidly, and today we have a wealth of varieties and cultivars. One of the main varieties is Dian Hong. The tea leaves for its production are harvested in spring, summer, and fall. Song Zhen is a unique variety of Dian Hong tea that is hard to ignore. The main distinguishing feature of its pine needles from other Dian Hong teas is its smooth, long, needle-like leaves. Song Zhen is a spring harvest, which distinguishes it from other teas with its particularly juicy and dense buds. The tea has a rich, sweet aroma and a full, memorable flavor.
Song Zhen is made from young shoots of the tea plant, consisting of a single bud and a single leaf. After harvesting, the tea leaves undergo a thorough fermentation process, which gives them their characteristic elongated shape and deep red color.
Key features of Song Zhen tea:
- Taste: Soft and sweet, with notes of fruit, nuts, and honey. The finish is long and pleasant, with a slight acidity.
- Aroma: Rich, multifaceted, with subtle floral and fruity notes.
- Colour of infusion: Bright red, transparent.
- Appearance: Long, thin leaves covered with golden hairs.
Health benefits
Song Zhen has numerous beneficial properties: it protects the body's cells from free radical damage, stimulates the immune system, and helps normalize gastrointestinal function. It has a pronounced tonic effect, invigorates, and increases productivity.
How to brew Song Zhen
To reveal the full aroma and flavor 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 teapot made of glass or porcelain.
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, fèngqìng) |
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