Basic Introduction to Wufeng Maojian
Wufeng Maojian is the most distinctive Tea treasure in Wuhan. The phrase “Rare treasures are found everywhere, but none can be forgotten like the tea from Wufeng” describes Wufeng tea. Wufeng is a famous tea-producing region in China. Wufeng Tujia Autonomous County has a subtropical moist monsoon climate. The lowest altitude within the county is 150 meters and the highest is 2,320 meters. The mountains are shrouded in mist and clouds all year round, with abundant rainfall, fertile soil, and a moderate climate, creating ideal natural conditions for producing high-quality tea in the clouds and fog.
Nutritional Value
The benefits of Maojian tea can be summarized as: weight loss, whitening, anti-aging, strengthening the immune system, lowering blood sugar, lowering lipids, lowering blood pressure, improving digestion, cancer prevention, antibacterial, preventing tooth decay, freshening breath, invigoration, vision improvement, UV protection, skin disease prevention, radiation resistance, skincare and fitness, prevention of cardiovascular diseases, enhancing memory, dandruff removal, and reducing the harmful effects of smoking.
Product Characteristics
Wufeng Maojian is a type of tea, specifically a green tea. High-grade Maojian tea is primarily composed of one bud and one leaf or one bud and two leaves, while medium-grade tea is mainly made up of one bud and two or three leaves. Maojian tea has a tender green color with a hint of emerald, a clear aroma reminiscent of roasted chestnuts, a rich flavor that stands up to multiple infusions, and a fine, bright green leaf base when steeped.
History and Folklore
Historical records indicate that during the Tang Dynasty, the region known today as Xiazhou was called Xia Prefecture Yiling Commandery, which included areas such as Wufeng (then known as Bashan), Changyang, Yichang, Yuan'an, and Hefeng counties. The large tea trees mentioned were those growing along the riverbanks. This indicates that there were naturally growing tea trees in Wufeng over 2,300 years ago. Here, the climate is mild, with abundant rainfall, sufficient sunlight, high humidity, and significant day-to-night temperature differences, characteristic of the Yangtze River valley. The soil is rich in trace elements like zinc and selenium, beneficial to human health, making it highly suitable for tea tree cultivation. As the saying goes, “High mountains and misty clouds produce fine teas, while low hills and terraces yield early teas.” It is precisely this geographical endowment and natural environment that have made Wufeng an ideal place for cultivating top-quality teas.
Tasting and Preparation of Wufeng Maojian
Wufeng Maojian is a delicate type of tea. When brewing, choose mineral water and allow the boiled water to cool down to around 92-93 degrees Celsius. First, add about one-third of a cup of hot water to the teacup, then place three grams of Wufeng Maojian into the cup. After thirty seconds, add more water until the cup is about eight-tenths full. After Steeping for three minutes, you can begin enjoying the Wufeng Maojian.