{"product_id":"first-pick-high-mountain-clouds-mist-green-tea","title":"First-Pick High Mountain Clouds \u0026 Mist Green Tea","description":"\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:e4c0120a-5c89-4bd4-ba38-5c268f24cbb6-92\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-20\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"4df58c30-6fbd-4424-9b96-9a34fbd4f97e\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"322\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eearly spring\u003c\/strong\u003e pick comes from high mountain gardens in Guìdìng, Guizhou, grown around \u003cstrong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"177\"\u003e1,200–1,400 meters\u003c\/strong\u003e in elevation. At this range, the environment is defined by constant cloud cover, dense morning mist, and cooler temperatures throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"693\"\u003eThese conditions directly shape how the tea grows. With reduced sunlight, the leaves produce more \u003cstrong data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eamino acids\u003c\/strong\u003e while keeping harsher compounds in check, which is why high mountain teas tend to taste smoother, sweeter, and more refined. The cooler climate also slows down growth, allowing the leaves to thicken and develop more internal structure before being picked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eThe heavy mist plays an equally important role. It acts like a natural filter, diffusing sunlight and maintaining consistent humidity around the leaves. This protects the plants from stress and helps preserve their delicate compounds, resulting in a cleaner, more stable flavor profile in the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eBecause of the elevation and cooler environment, there is also naturally \u003cstrong data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eless insect pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e compared to lower-altitude farms. This allows many of these gardens to be managed with minimal intervention, often without the need for aggressive pesticide use. Combined with the relatively untouched mountain surroundings, this contributes to the clarity and purity often associated with high elevation teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003eBeing an early pick, the leaves carry a higher concentration of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003etrichomes\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the tea a softer texture and a naturally sweeter profile from the very first infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003eThe cup is clean and bright, with a pronounced natural sweetness supported by notes of steamed corn and soft rice cakes. A light floral character—true to its “花香” name—lifts the tea and enhances its refreshing quality, finishing with a crisp, lingering aftertaste that keeps the palate clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eThis is a tea where environment does most of the work—slow growth, filtered light, and constant mist coming together to create clarity, sweetness, and a refreshing finish that stays with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2079\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003eFor the Gaiwan method, use 4g of tea with 190°F water for 15 seconds in a 100ml gaiwan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003eFor the Western method, brew 4g of tea with 190°F water for 3 minutes in a 300ml teapot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2426\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gao Shan Yun Wu Hua Xiang Maojian (高山云雾花香毛尖)\u003cbr data-start=\"2319\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guìdìng, Guizhou, China\u003cbr data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevation\u003c\/strong\u003e: ~1,200–1,400 meters\u003cbr data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2389\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Corn, Rice Cakes, Light Floral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pointer-events-none -mt-px h-px translate-y-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom)-14*var(--spacing))]\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tea and Whisk","offers":[{"title":"1 oz sample \/ 2026","offer_id":49030995673331,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz \/ 2026","offer_id":49030995738867,"sku":null,"price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 oz \/ 2026","offer_id":49030995804403,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz \/ 2026","offer_id":49030995869939,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 oz \/ 2026","offer_id":49030995935475,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz \/ 2026","offer_id":49030996001011,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9486\/0322\/files\/first-pick-high-mountain-clouds-mist-green-tea-5935562.jpg?v=1778397610","url":"https:\/\/teaandwhisk.com\/products\/first-pick-high-mountain-clouds-mist-green-tea","provider":"Tea and Whisk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}