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Si Chi Chun: Spring of the Four Seasons - Exquisite Taiwanese Oolong
Si Ji Chun (Chinese: 四季春, pinyin: Sì Jì Chūn), which translates as "Four Seasons of Spring," is one of Taiwan's most famous and beloved oolongs. Its uniqueness lies in its ability to be harvested year-round, giving the tea its unique complexity and inimitable flavor.
Si Ji Chun is grown at altitudes of 200-600 meters, primarily in Nantou Province, amidst blooming orchards. Due to the variety's resilience and Taiwan's unique climate, this tea is harvested four times a year. It gets its name from its exceptionally fresh aroma and vibrant, floral flavor. Rich in essential oils, it has a calming effect on the body. It is also rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
The high content of essential oils has a calming effect. Vitamins help strengthen the immune system. Antioxidants help cleanse the body of waste and toxins, improving skin condition. The tea normalizes metabolism. Its gentle action relieves fatigue and nervous tension.
What is special about Si Ji Chun?
- Multiple harvesting: Unlike many other tea varieties, Si Ji Chun is harvested up to seven times a year. Each harvest imparts its own unique notes and flavor nuances.
- Balanced flavor: Si Ji Chun boasts a harmonious blend of sweetness, slight sourness, and floral aromas. The flavor may vary depending on the harvest time, but it always remains fresh and pleasant.
- Floral Notes: One of the distinctive features of Si Ji Chun is its pronounced floral notes, reminiscent of jasmine, lilac or osmanthus.
- Gentle effect: This tea has a tonic effect without stimulating the nervous system. It promotes relaxation and focus.
How to brew Si Ji Chun?
To fully appreciate the nuances of this tea's flavor, we recommend using the following brewing parameters:
- Water temperature: 90-95°C
- Amount of tea: 5-7 grams per brew
- Brewing time: First brew – 30 seconds, subsequent brews – 10-15 seconds longer.
- Utensils: Gaiwan or small glass teapot.
What goes well with Si Ji Chun?
Si Ji Chun pairs beautifully with various desserts, fruits, and nuts. It can be enjoyed neat or with honey or lemongrass. This tea is also excellent for meditation and relaxation.
Why try Si Ji Chun?
- Multifaceted flavor: Thanks to repeated harvesting, each new brew of Si Ji Chun brings new impressions.
- Beneficial properties: Like all oolongs, Si Ji Chun is rich in antioxidants and vitamins, which have a beneficial effect on the body.
- Versatility: This tea is suitable for both beginner tea connoisseurs and experienced connoisseurs.
Si Ji Chun is an excellent choice for those who appreciate a variety of flavors and aromas. It will make a wonderful addition to any tea collection.
Taiwanese Si Ji Chun (Four Seasons Spring) oolong tea, when warmed by the breath, has a delicate, playful aroma of fresh pumpkin seeds, linden honey, and wildflowers with a hint of cinnamon. After washing, the oolong reveals a scent of pumpkin seeds with honey, orchid, and peach.
The flavor of fresh Si Ji Chun tea is dense and full-bodied, with notes of wildflowers, buckwheat-linden honey, and peach. By the third steeping, the tea gains sweetness, becoming more floral, and reveals a hint of fragrant lilac. The tea withstands five rich and vibrant steepings. The color of the infusion changes from yellow-green to lime. The finished infusion is pure, unadulterated, and very transparent. The finish is long, light, and airy, with distinct hints of floral and lilac notes.
The recommended teaware for brewing this tea is a porcelain gaiwan. However, for a more subtle taste and aroma, it is recommended to use tea bags and brew the tea using the Gong Fu Cha method.
Four Seasons Spring Oolong gently invigorates, calms, clears away unnecessary thoughts, and lifts the mood. Si Ji Chun will appeal to lovers of light oolongs, green, and yellow teas. It is perfect for daily drinking.
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Name in Chinese
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四季春 |
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Pinyin
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sì jì chūn |
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English name
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Si Ji Chun |
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Translation
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Four seasons of spring |
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Country
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Taiwan |
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A variety of tea tree (bush)
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Si Ji Chun |
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