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Types of teas in Anhui province

Updated: 2010-04-29 12:35

Yongxi Huoqing Tea

Huoqing Tea--Dried Tea Leaves

Huoqing Tea resembles Gunpowder tea but it is actually a much higher quality tea. Gunpowder is made in Zhejiang province with low quality leaves while Huoqing Tea is made in Anhui province with one bud two leaves system, more tasty. The astringency throughout the mouth sustains the notes well. It is a overwhelming green tea for those who prefer strong flavour.

Brewed leaves of Huo Qing Tea

Huoqing Tea was first produced in a village named Yongxi in Anhui province so it was commonly called Yongxi Huoqing in China.

Huoqing Tea was tightly rolled, dark, glossy leaves with a few more yellowy shades. It is called as jade fire as the tea has been fired over charcoal. It unfurls in the cup to produce a lovely scene. The distinctively rich and smooth floral flavor presents a pleasant balance of astringency and sweetness with a long and refreshing aftertaste. The tea has a strong, vegetal and lasting flavour. As it has been fired by charcoal during the process, it has a unique light smokey fragrance.