Gaba Lishan : The Emerald Pearl of Taiwan
Gaba Lishan "Sour Pear" ( Chinese: 果酸梨山玛瑙, pinyin: Guǒ suān lí shān mǎnǎo) is a truly unique Taiwanese tea that deserves special attention from connoisseurs. Its name can be translated from Chinese as "Sour Pear" or "Fruit Pear Mountain Agate". Let's figure out what makes this tea so special.
Origin and characteristics
- Growing region: Lishan is a highland area in Taiwan famous for its tea plantations. It is here, at an altitude of over 1,500 meters above sea level, that this unique tea is grown.
- Special Tea Bush: This tea is produced using a special variety of tea bush that has unique characteristics.
- "Sour Pear" The variety of gaba received this name due to its aroma, slightly reminiscent of pear. A distinctive feature of this tea is also a slight fruity sourness.
Taste and aroma
- Taste: The taste of the tea is very bright and multifaceted. In addition to sourness, you can distinguish notes of fruit (pears, apples), honey.
- Aroma: The aroma of the tea is fresh and floral, with hints of fruits and nuts.
Beneficial properties
- Rich in antioxidants: Protects the body's cells from damage.
- Improves digestion: Promotes normal functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Tones the body: Increases energy levels and improves concentration.
- Calms the nervous system: Helps cope with stress and improve sleep.
Production
The production of this tea is a real art. The tea leaves are picked by hand so as not to damage the delicate buds. After picking, the leaves undergo several stages of processing:
- Wilting: Leaves wilt slightly in the open air.
- Rolling: The leaves are carefully rolled into small balls.
- Fermentation: The fermentation process takes place in a very short period, which gives the tea a fresh and fruity taste.
- Drying: The tea is dried at low temperatures.
How to brew
- Water temperature: 85-90°C.
- Brewing time: First brew – 30-40 seconds, subsequent brews – to taste, you can increase the brewing time.
- Amount of tea: 3-5 grams of tea is enough for one brew.
Why you should try it
Gaba Lishan "Sour Pear" – is a real gift for connoisseurs of exquisite tastes. Its bright and memorable taste, as well as its beneficial properties, make it one of the most interesting Taiwanese teas.
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Name in Chinese
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果酸梨山玛瑙 |
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Pinyin
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Guǒ suān lí shān mǎnǎo |
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English name
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Lishan gaba sour pear |
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Translation
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Lishan gaba sour pear |
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Tea variety
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Lishan Oolong |
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Country
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Taiwan |
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Provinces
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Liaoning (辽宁) |
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Region
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Anshan (鞍山) |
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Habitat
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Лишань (梨山) |
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Tea tree (bush) variety
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Da Bai Cha |
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Type of tea
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Gaba Tea |
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