{"product_id":"high-mountain-tuanshan-handmade-green-tea","title":"High Mountain Tuanshan Handmade Green Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuanshan (团山)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality tea-growing area in \u003cstrong\u003eGuizhou, China \u003c\/strong\u003eknown for producing some of the region’s most refined green teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes from \u003cstrong\u003e1,200m elevation\u003c\/strong\u003e, where constant mist, diffused sunlight, and large day–night temperature swings slow the growth of the leaves. That slower growth translates directly into the cup—\u003cstrong\u003emore amino acids, a thicker texture, and a clean, naturally sweet profile\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s also \u003cstrong\u003eTou Cai (头采)\u003c\/strong\u003e—the very first harvest of the season. Only the youngest buds are picked, making it extremely limited and often kept local. I was able to source this batch in person right at the start of harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom there, everything is done by hand—careful picking, pan-firing, shaping, and drying. This level of craftsmanship gives the tea a \u003cstrong\u003ecleaner finish, more refined aroma, and a noticeably better texture\u003c\/strong\u003e compared to machine-made teas. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis level of labor is typically only reserved for top-grade Tou Cai material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the cup, it opens with a fresh, inviting aroma of \u003cstrong\u003esweet peas and muscat grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e. The taste leans soft and balanced—\u003cstrong\u003ered bean-like nuttiness with a touch of snap pea freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by a gentle finish of \u003cstrong\u003ehoneysuckle and white grape\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe texture is \u003cstrong\u003esilky, smooth, \u003c\/strong\u003eand\u003cstrong\u003e thick\u003c\/strong\u003e, coating the tongue and leaving a clean, lingering afterfeel, similar to premium white tea. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2367\"\u003eBrewing Guide (Gongfu Style)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse 3g of leaves and 90–100ml gaiwan or glass teapot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater temperature: 200°F (93°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst infusion: 20 sec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecond infusion: 10 sec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd 1–2 sec for each following steep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy up to 6–7 steeps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEven over-brewed it doesnt become bitter, which is a testament to its qualiy. However, it does become dry, so quick infusions are recommended when brewing this tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tea and Whisk","offers":[{"title":"1 oz sample","offer_id":48904459682035,"sku":null,"price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":48904459747571,"sku":null,"price":93.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 oz","offer_id":48904459780339,"sku":null,"price":138.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":48904459813107,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9486\/0322\/files\/high-mountain-tuanshan-handmade-green-tea-6954162.jpg?v=1777983308","url":"https:\/\/teaandwhisk.com\/products\/high-mountain-tuanshan-handmade-green-tea","provider":"Tea and Whisk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}