Green tea Chin She Liu Shui
Green tea Chin She Liu Shui is a delicate Chinese tea made from spring buds. It has a floral-herbal taste, a light fruity shade, a clear infusion and a delicate spring aroma. For meditative tea drinking.
Chin She Liu Shui (青蛇流水) translated as "green snake flowing on water" is the poetic name of one of the rare Chinese green teas, known for its softness, freshness and refined aroma. It is made from the most tender spring buds and young leaves, which are hand-picked, preserving the natural delicacy of the taste.
The taste of Chin She Liu Shui is light, delicate, refreshing, with floral and herbal nuances and a soft sweetness. The aroma is elegant, spring-like, with notes of green grass, fresh flowers and a light fruity trail. The infusion is transparent green, pure as spring water.
What is special about Chin She Liu Shui?
- Made from spring raw materials, which gives it exceptional softness
- Has a symbolic name that reflects movement, lightness and elegance
- Rich in antioxidants, helps maintain freshness and tone of the body
- Ideal for mindful tea parties and meditative rituals
How to brew Chin She Liu Shui green tea:
Chinese method (gongfu cha):
- Take 4–5 g of tea per 100–120 ml of gaiwan.
- Water temperature is 80–85°C.
- Rinse the first flush (3–5 seconds).
- Brew in short bursts of 10–20 seconds, up to 6–7 times.
European method:
- Take 3–4 g per 250 ml of water.
- Temperature - 80–85°C.
- Insist for 2–3 minutes.
- Can be brewed 2–3 times.
The history of Chin She Liu Shui tea:
This tea is considered a symbol of spring awakening and flexibility - its name compares the tender buds to a green snake floating on water, dancing to the rhythm of nature. This tea has been used since ancient times in rituals of spring cleansing and harmonization of body and mind.
Characteristics:
- Type: Green tea
- Origin: China
- Raw materials: Spring buds and young leaves
- Taste: Delicate, floral-herbal, light fruitiness, sweet aftertaste
- Aroma: Spring, fresh, delicate
- Infusion color: Light green, transparent
- Caffeine: Medium
- Form: Loose
- Brand: My Tea
Who is suitable for:
- For lovers of light, spring green tea
- For those who want to add meditativeness to their tea rituals
- For gourmets looking for new, unusual varieties
- For gifts and special moments