Ha Giang Shan Tuyet Green Tea
Garden Direct Green Tea
About this Product
Origin
About this Product
Origin: Vi Xuyen, Ha Giang Province, Northern Vietnam
Cultivar: Ha Giang Ancient Trees
Elevation: 1400m
Harvest: Spring 2021
This early spring, high mountain micro-lot is from ancient tea trees harvested by the Dao Ethnic people located in Vi Xuyen, Ha Giang in Northern Vietnam. Shan Tuyết translates as “Snow Mountain” and references the clouds and cold foggy mists where these old trees grow. Snow Shan teas are not inherently named for their processing method and plucking standard but are better defined by the ancient tea trees, high elevation and how they grow. The tea leaves are coated in snow white silvery down, and the trees themselves are large and gnarled, covered in misty dew, lichen, moss and wild orchids. The trees have a unique look and patina with their frosted, snow white flora.
The ancient trees of Ha Giang Province are highly revered in Vietnam and China for the complexity of the tannin structure and the overall taste of tea these trees produce. The young, downy leaves are processed using a “green snow needle” technique, using buds only, creating a pure bud with a frosted appearance. Don’t let the delicate nature of the tea fool you—the tea has a potent taste, vibrant energy and a remarkable and lasting presence.
Cultivar: Ha Giang Ancient Trees
Elevation: 1400m
Harvest: Spring 2021
This early spring, high mountain micro-lot is from ancient tea trees harvested by the Dao Ethnic people located in Vi Xuyen, Ha Giang in Northern Vietnam. Shan Tuyết translates as “Snow Mountain” and references the clouds and cold foggy mists where these old trees grow. Snow Shan teas are not inherently named for their processing method and plucking standard but are better defined by the ancient tea trees, high elevation and how they grow. The tea leaves are coated in snow white silvery down, and the trees themselves are large and gnarled, covered in misty dew, lichen, moss and wild orchids. The trees have a unique look and patina with their frosted, snow white flora.
The ancient trees of Ha Giang Province are highly revered in Vietnam and China for the complexity of the tannin structure and the overall taste of tea these trees produce. The young, downy leaves are processed using a “green snow needle” technique, using buds only, creating a pure bud with a frosted appearance. Don’t let the delicate nature of the tea fool you—the tea has a potent taste, vibrant energy and a remarkable and lasting presence.
Tasting Notes
Vibrant energy, cornsilk sweetness, sweet potato, savory and bittersweet sharpness
Ingredients
Traditional Preparation