What is Yuqian Tea? What is Yuqian Tea like? If you don't know, follow along to learn more tea knowledge.

1. Tea collected before Grain Rain is called Yuqian Tea

The "Yuqian" in Yuqian Tea refers to before Grain Rain. That is, the tender bud tips harvested roughly between April 5th and April 20th each year and processed into tea leaves are called Yuqian Tea.

2. Yuqian Tea is both resistant to brewing and fresh & strong

Although the processed Yuqian Tea is not as delicate as Mingqian Tea (tea picked before Qingming), during the period before Grain Rain, temperatures are relatively higher. At this time, the tea buds and leaves grow faster, so the internal substances accumulated in the tea leaves are also more abundant. Therefore, the brewed tea is fresher and stronger, and Yuqian Tea is also very resistant to multiple infusions.

3. Yuqian Tea is a top-grade tea

Especially in areas like Zhejiang, the period between Qingming and Grain Rain is the best time for harvesting and making spring tea. Yuqian Tea is a top-grade product among teas.

4. Characteristics of Yuqian Tea

Growing in an environment with low rainfall and low temperatures, Yuqian Tea has unique characteristics. Its leaves are relatively short and thin, and its aroma is more pronounced and uplifting. The brewed tea presents a slightly bitter taste.

After reading the above introduction, do you have some understanding of Yuqian Tea?