Lu An Gua Pian Green Tea (Melon Seed) – Second Grade Spring Harvest from Anhui

• Authentic Origin – Directly sourced from Lu’an, Anhui Province, the birthplace of China’s famous Guapian tea.
• Unique Leaf-Only Craft – Unlike most green teas made with buds, Guapian is hand-crafted from single tender leaves, creating a thicker body and longer-lasting flavor.
• Signature Three-Fire Process – Traditional sheng guo (raw pan), shu guo (ripe pan), and hong lou (basket roasting) deliver an elegant orchid fragrance and chestnut sweetness.
• Rich, Smooth Flavor – Full-bodied yet refreshing, with a clean bright liquor, mellow sweetness, and a long, lingering aftertaste.
• Perfect Balance of Quality & Value – Second Grade offers the same authentic heritage and brewing endurance as top grades, but at a more approachable daily-drinking price.
  

A Tea Steeped in History

Lu’an Guapian (六安瓜片) is one of China’s Ten Famous Teas , renowned for its unique craft and cultural heritage. This rare method, combined with the traditional three-fire roasting, produces a tea of remarkable depth: orchid-like fragrance, chestnut undertones, and a sweetness that lingers cup after cup.

Our Guapian is grown in the misty Dabie Mountains of Anhui, at 600–800 meters altitude, where fertile soil and cloud cover nurture thick, vibrant leaves. Crafted by tea master Huang Shehua, who has over 30 years of experience, each leaf is carefully roasted by hand to preserve its authentic flavor.

• Authentic Lu’an origin from the Dabie Mountain core production area
• Crafted by experienced artisan Huang Shehua (30+ years of expertise)
• Balanced daily enjoyment tea – high quality without the premium price of Special Grade
• Enduring flavor – thick leaves that stand up to multiple infusions
• A perfect gift of culture and taste for friends, family, or business occasions

Second Grade Lu’an Guapian offers a rare balance of heritage, quality, and value. While Special and First Grade teas are often collected or gifted, this grade is ideal for tea lovers who want authentic Guapian flavor for everyday enjoyment. Quantities from the spring harvest are limited—once this batch is gone, you’ll need to wait for the next season.

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Session estimates use a fresh portion of dry tea each time. Each portion can be infused repeatedly.