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Lightly fermented green tea Liu An Gua Pian (Chinese: 六安瓜片, pinyin: lù'ān guāpiān) is harvested in Anhui Province, in Liu'an Prefecture, Jinzhai County. This renowned variety grows high in the mountains. Its name, translated as "Pumpkin Seeds from Liu An," refers to the drink's distinctive flavor and the unique shape of its leaves.
The origins of this variety date back to the Ming Dynasty, which lasted from 1368 to 1644. A book on agricultural management from that time mentions Liu An Guapian as the finest tea beverage. It was highly praised by nobles and scholars close to the emperor. According to historical records, Empress Dowager Cixi of the Qing Dynasty favored this variety and consumed approximately 700 grams of the product per month.
This variety was highly praised not only in China but also by tea connoisseurs worldwide. At the 1942 Panama Exposition, the tea was awarded a prestigious gold medal. Forty years later, at the China Food Festival, the drink was named the best among other local products.
The aroma of dried tea leaves reveals roasted pumpkin seeds, hazelnuts, and hints of sweetness. After washing, wild herbs are added, giving the aroma a herbaceous, floral quality.
The brewed tea's flavor is light, juicy, and fresh, with notes of pumpkin seeds, orchid, flower honey, and tropical fruits. By the fourth steeping, a slight bitterness appears in the infusion, but it quickly dissipates, leaving notes of wildflowers dominating. Liu An Gua Pian is steeped for six times, at a ratio of 5 grams of tea per 150 ml gaiwan or glass flask.
The finished tea infusion is light green, clean, and clear. The aftertaste is fresh and juicy, with a slightly sweet undertone and a hint of tartness.
Liu An Gua Pian green tea has a mild tonic effect and quenches thirst. It also balances, clears the mind, and has a meditative effect.
This green tea is quite popular among connoisseurs of Chinese tea and often earns high marks, so this variety is highly recommended for consumption.
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Name in Chinese
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六安瓜片 |
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Pinyin
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lù'ān guāpiān |
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Tea variety
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Lu'an Guapian |
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Country
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China |
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Provinces
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Аньхой (安徽) |
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