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

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

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Handpicked Single Leaves, Artisan-Roasted, Rich Aroma & Smooth Taste – A Legendary Chinese Tea Experience

Key Benefits

  • Authentic Special Grade Green Tea: Special Grade (特级) Lu An Gua Pian (Melon Seed,六安瓜片) made from carefully selected single leaves, offering a full-bodied, smooth, and long-lasting flavor.
  • Unique Craftsmanship: Distinct triple-fire roasting process (raw pan, cooked pan, basket roast) ensures exceptional aroma, durability, and depth that ordinary green teas cannot match.
  • Premium Mountain Origin: Grown at 600–800m elevation in the misty mountains of Dabie, Anhui (安徽大别山), providing thick leaves and naturally sweet, orchid-like fragrance.
  • Multiple Infusions: Thick, tender leaves deliver a consistent flavor across several brews, perfect for daily enjoyment or refined tea sessions.
  • Cultural Heritage: Once a tribute tea in the Qing dynasty, Lu An Gua Pian 六安瓜片 embodies centuries of Huizhou tea tradition – ideal for gifting, collection, or personal indulgence.

Story Behind the Tea

Lu An Gua Pian 六安瓜片 is one of China’s renowned top ten teas, instantly recognizable by its flat, melon-seed-shaped leaves, from which it takes its name (“Gua Pian 瓜片” means melon seed slice 瓜子片). Unlike other green teas that emphasize buds, this tea only uses tender single leaves, carefully stripped of stems and tips. Each leaf is handpicked by veteran tea master Huang Shehua, who brings over 30 years of expertise in preserving traditional Huizhou craftsmanship. After meticulous triple-fire roasting 三火工艺, the leaves develop a crisp texture, vibrant green-yellow color, and a fragrant aroma with hints of orchid and roasted chestnut. Drinking Lu An Gua Pian is more than enjoying a cup of tea – it’s an immersion into the natural beauty of Dabie Mountain, centuries of tea artistry, and the elegant spirit of Eastern tea culture.

Specifications

  • Type: Green Tea (炒青绿茶 / Pan-Fried Green Tea)
  • Grade: Special Grade 特级
  • Origin: Lu An, Anhui Province, China
  • Harvest Time: Early spring
  • Form: Loose leaf, foil-sealed bag
  • Flavor Profile: Clear, bright liquor; rich, smooth, lingering sweetness; floral and chestnut aroma
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry, odor-free place. Consume within 18 months after opening for optimal freshness.
  • Brewing Instructions: Refer to 3 Ways to Brew Green Tea Perfectly

Why You Should Buy

Experience the true taste of Lu An Gua Pian from the mountains where it has been perfected for centuries. With limited harvest and handpicked leaves, this tea is both rare and authentic – perfect for collectors, tea enthusiasts, and those who appreciate refined flavors. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a piece of China’s tea heritage in every cup.

Order now to savor the legendary Lu An Gua Pian 六安瓜片– your journey to exquisite green tea starts today!

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