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A bowl of rolled leaves next to a cup of prepared tea. The leaves are rolled into tight balls showing patches of light and dark color. The tea is pale yellow.
Jasmine Pearls
$10.00
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A side by side comparison of Dian Lu Wenshan leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the tea leaves are predominantly pale green and twisted into zig-zaging rolls. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale yellow.
Dian Lu Wenshan
$9.00
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A side-by-side comparison of Magnolia Mao Jian leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are twisted and range in color from light green to dark green. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale yellow.
Magnolia Mao Jian
$8.00
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A combination of leaves and a steeped tea cup. The leaves are dark green and appear slightly crumbled. The steeped tea is a red-caramel color.
Moli Hua Cha
from $8.00
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A side-by-side comparison of Bi Lou Chun leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves range from bright green to dark green. They are twisted and curling, and appear slightly fuzzy. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale yellow color.
Bi Luo Chun
$12.00
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A side-by-side comparison of Kabusecha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are long, thin and needle-like with a dark-green color. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale green.
Kabusecha
$28.00
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A side-by-side comparison of Nok Cha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are medium-length and narrow, and appear to be a dark green color. On the right, the steeped liquid is a pale green.
Nok Cha
$24.00
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A close-up of Long Jing leaves. They are vibrant green and incredibly flat, adding a sense of fragility. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.
Long Jing
$12.00
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A side-by-side comparison of Taimu Long Zhu leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are curled into tight balls the size of finger-nails. They range in color from dark green to pale green. On the right, the steeped liquid is pale yellow.
Taimu Long Zhu
$9.00
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A side-by-side comparison of Shincha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are predominantly dark green, long, flat, and narrow. On the right, the steeped liquid is a pale green.
Shincha
$22.00
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A side-by-side comparison of Mao Jian leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves appear small, twisted, and dark green. On the right, the steeped liquid is pale yellow.
Mao Jian
$8.00
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A side-by-side comparison of Putuo Fo Cha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are a rich, dark green and are significantly curled with slight fuzz. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale green.
Putuo Fo Cha
$20.00
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A side-by-side comparison of Ancient Arbor (Ha Giang Che Xanh) leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are curled around nearly into circles. They are dark green with the occasional light green tossed in. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale yellow.
Ha Giang Ché Xanh
$21.00
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A side-by-side comparison of Lui'An Gaupian leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are long and narrow, and only barely curled into loose tubes. On the right, the steeped liquid is pale yellow.
Liu'An Guapian
$8.00
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A side-by-side comparison of Zhu Cha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are dark green, and resemble small, smooth pellets. On the right, the steeped liquid is a soft gold.
Zhu Cha
from $5.00
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A side-by-side comparison of Che Xhan leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are a rich, dark green, and curl quite tightly while never fully rolling. On the right, the steeped liquid is a pale green.
Thai Nguyen Ché Xanh
$24.00
A bowl of rolled leaves next to a cup of prepared tea. The leaves are rolled into tight balls showing patches of light and dark color. The tea is pale yellow.
A close-up of tea leaves rolled into compact balls. Each ball is the size of a finger nail, and varies in color from off-white to dark green. A sticker shows that the tea meets EU standards.
A bowl of rolled leaves next to a cup of prepared tea. The leaves are rolled into tight balls showing patches of light and dark color. The tea is pale yellow.
A close-up of tea leaves rolled into compact balls. Each ball is the size of a finger nail, and varies in color from off-white to dark green. A sticker shows that the tea meets EU standards.

Jasmine Pearls

$10.00

When you open this green, pearled tea, the warmth of jasmine will wash over your face and wrap you in the hug of an old friend. The flavor and aroma are classic yet pronounced, producing a heady bouquet that keeps its liveliness infusion after infusion. Hand rolled pearls of select green tea tips and jasmine flowers yield a bright cup of pleasure for any jasmine lover. As you watch them dance in the water, you'll be excited about these leaves from your first steep to your fifth.

Jasmine Pearls are sold for $10.00 / oz.

A side by side comparison of Dian Lu Wenshan leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the tea leaves are predominantly pale green and twisted into zig-zaging rolls. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale yellow.
A close-up of Dian Lu Wenshan leaves. The leaves range from pale green to yellowed green, and curve haphazardly around one another.
A close-up of steeped Dian Lu Wenshan tea. The liquid is a pale yellow color.
A snapshot of trees in a tea jungle.
A side by side comparison of Dian Lu Wenshan leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the tea leaves are predominantly pale green and twisted into zig-zaging rolls. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale yellow.
A close-up of Dian Lu Wenshan leaves. The leaves range from pale green to yellowed green, and curve haphazardly around one another.
A close-up of steeped Dian Lu Wenshan tea. The liquid is a pale yellow color.
A snapshot of trees in a tea jungle.

Dian Lu Wenshan

$9.00

[dee-an loo when-shahn]          Remembering the Tea King

A remarkable, fresh green tea produced in the famous tea province of Yunnan. No other tea is comparable to this sparkling, pale green infusion, which offers unique and inimitable delights of taste and aroma. Breathing in Dian Lu Wenshan feels like a trip to an old growth forest, and each sip carries the sharpness of the sun's rays piercing through the leafy foliage as you walk along the path.

It is cultivated at high altitude, with long, silver, downy-tipped leaves (mao feng) firmly rolled lengthwise. This tea promotes health and has a mild euphoric effect.

Dian Lu Wenshan is sold for $9.00 / oz.

 

Remembering the Tea King
In China, the cradle of tea culture, there is a part of Yunnan known as Xishuangbanna [see-shuang-ban-nah] that lies practically on the border with Burma. It is here that the king of tea trees, Cha-Shu Wang, stands at a proud 100 feet in the heart of the jungle. Cha-Shu Wang is an honorable 1,700 years old and is a site treasured by all tea enthusiasts.

This tea gets its name from a trip that Dobrá founders took in 1997 to visit the ancient tree. All agree, Dian Lu Wenshan calls back memories of this landmark and its importance in Dobrá history. 

A side-by-side comparison of Magnolia Mao Jian leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are twisted and range in color from light green to dark green. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale yellow.
A close-up of Magnolia Mao Jian leaves. They are long, loosely spiraled into slender, slightly curving tubes. They are a silver-green color.
A side-by-side comparison of Magnolia Mao Jian leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are twisted and range in color from light green to dark green. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale yellow.
A close-up of Magnolia Mao Jian leaves. They are long, loosely spiraled into slender, slightly curving tubes. They are a silver-green color.

Magnolia Mao Jian

$8.00

[mag-nowl-ee-ah mou jee-ahn]

A naturally scented green tea from Guangzhou. Whole magnolia flowers are used in the creation of this tea, which gives a full aromatic experience and a clean, sweet, satisfying tea taste. This tea imparts a soft glow that carries the sweet nectar of fresh flowers. It shines when served in a summer garden or during bleak winter months, when it can thaw even the deepest gloom.

Magnolia Mao Jian is sold for $8.00 / oz.

A combination of leaves and a steeped tea cup. The leaves are dark green and appear slightly crumbled. The steeped tea is a red-caramel color.
A close-up of Moli Hua Cha leaves. The leaves range from yellow-green to dark green. They are curled in half length-wise and seem rather hardy, if small. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.
The metal Moli Hua Cha large tin is neon green, with storks flying along the top of the cylindrical canister. Toward the bottom, red and black text outlined in yellow reads: "Jasmine Tea. 150 g."
A combination of leaves and a steeped tea cup. The leaves are dark green and appear slightly crumbled. The steeped tea is a red-caramel color.
A close-up of Moli Hua Cha leaves. The leaves range from yellow-green to dark green. They are curled in half length-wise and seem rather hardy, if small. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.
The metal Moli Hua Cha large tin is neon green, with storks flying along the top of the cylindrical canister. Toward the bottom, red and black text outlined in yellow reads: "Jasmine Tea. 150 g."

Moli Hua Cha

$8.00

[mohl-ee hwa cha]          Little Bird Tongue

A superior jasmine tea from Fujian, Moli Hua Cha is produced through seven successive cycles of blending in and removing jasmine flowers. It is especially suitable for drinking with close companions. The small, mossy-green leaves, flecked with white petals, hold a pervasive jasmine aroma, a distinctive lingering taste, and a mildly euphoric effect.

This jasmine tea is particularly forgiving in its steeping, making it a perfect choice for beginner tea drinkers.

Moli Hua Cha is sold in quantities of 50g for $8.00 or 150g for $17.00.


A side-by-side comparison of Bi Lou Chun leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves range from bright green to dark green. They are twisted and curling, and appear slightly fuzzy. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale yellow color.
A close-up of Bi Luo Chun leaves. They are pale green, like summer grass. They are tightly spiraled and have a slightly fuzzy texture. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.
A close-up of steeped Bi Luo Chun tea. The tea is a soft green-yellow color.
A side-by-side comparison of Bi Lou Chun leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves range from bright green to dark green. They are twisted and curling, and appear slightly fuzzy. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale yellow color.
A close-up of Bi Luo Chun leaves. They are pale green, like summer grass. They are tightly spiraled and have a slightly fuzzy texture. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.
A close-up of steeped Bi Luo Chun tea. The tea is a soft green-yellow color.

Bi Luo Chun

$12.00

[bee loh chun]       Lake Taihu Blue-Green Spirals

Joy at Dobrá Tea! Bi Lou Chun is a Chinese green tea made exclusively by hand in Dong Shan, on the gently sloping banks of Lake Tai. In 2006, on our trip to the Jiangsu province, we discovered that many of the residents of this area pick and process the tea in their own homes, ensuring that the tea is kept fresh in small, well-tended batches. Hanging over the tiny-leafed tea plants are fruiting trees: peach, apricot, and plum. They bloom as the plants reach their fullness, all in a tumult of wonderful smells reproduced by the sparkling infusion.

When gently brewed, the tea blossoms with a ripe, slightly astringent taste that is softly herbal and gracefully rich. This Chinese green tea presents with just a hint of oceanic spray and finishes with sweet notes of hazelnuts inhaled alongside fine aged oak barrels. As the wild spirals of these silvery and dark green leaves unfurl dynamically in the teapot, a tender ecstasy of flavor arises. This green tea is not to be missed!

Bi Luo Chun is sold for $12.00 / oz.

A side-by-side comparison of Kabusecha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are long, thin and needle-like with a dark-green color. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale green.
A close-up of Kabusecha leaves. They are flat, long, and very narrow. They are a dark green color with a slight sheen.
The plastic Kabusecha packet is green and gold, with pink and gold flowers decorating the dark green left side. It fades up into white, and then appears to be gold-dipped on the right side. There is a lot certification sticker on the top right.
A side-by-side comparison of Kabusecha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are long, thin and needle-like with a dark-green color. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale green.
A close-up of Kabusecha leaves. They are flat, long, and very narrow. They are a dark green color with a slight sheen.
The plastic Kabusecha packet is green and gold, with pink and gold flowers decorating the dark green left side. It fades up into white, and then appears to be gold-dipped on the right side. There is a lot certification sticker on the top right.

Kabusecha

$28.00

[ka-boo-say-cha]          Shaded Sencha

This organic, Sencha-style green tea is shade-grown for fewer than 20 days. Shade growing increases the amount of protein and chlorophyll in the leaf. Kabusecha combines green freshness of Sencha with the creamy, brothy, and pungent richness of Gyokuro. The balance of flavors and pleasant umami is sure to please both Sencha and Gyokuro enthusiasts. A perfect pairing for laughter with good friends.

Kabusecha is sold in a 50g packet for $28.00.

 

A side-by-side comparison of Nok Cha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are medium-length and narrow, and appear to be a dark green color. On the right, the steeped liquid is a pale green.
A close-up of steeped Nok Cha tea. The liquid is a rich, creamy yellow.
The Nok Cha box on the left features a woman in red and white leaning over a table with Korean letters on it. Inside, displayed on the right of the picture, is a golden plastic bag with Korean letters in red.
A close-up of the inner Nok Cha plastic tea package. It is golden, with alternating light and dark squares each holding the same set of Korean letters featured in white text inside a centered red box.
An image captures the pan-roasting step of Nok Cha processing. The processor is in a blue shirt, and leans over a wok-style pan while swirling their hand through vibrant green leaves.
A close-up of the traditional Nok Cha drinking vessel, a single-serving cup with removable filter. This one has a cream base color, with leaf and flower designs in brown and red.
A side-by-side comparison of Nok Cha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are medium-length and narrow, and appear to be a dark green color. On the right, the steeped liquid is a pale green.
A close-up of steeped Nok Cha tea. The liquid is a rich, creamy yellow.
The Nok Cha box on the left features a woman in red and white leaning over a table with Korean letters on it. Inside, displayed on the right of the picture, is a golden plastic bag with Korean letters in red.
A close-up of the inner Nok Cha plastic tea package. It is golden, with alternating light and dark squares each holding the same set of Korean letters featured in white text inside a centered red box.
An image captures the pan-roasting step of Nok Cha processing. The processor is in a blue shirt, and leans over a wok-style pan while swirling their hand through vibrant green leaves.
A close-up of the traditional Nok Cha drinking vessel, a single-serving cup with removable filter. This one has a cream base color, with leaf and flower designs in brown and red.

Nok Cha

$24.00

[nohk cha]

This top-quality, certified-organic Korean green tea, unparalleled in excellence for taste and growing practices, has been awarded Gold and Gold Grand Prize by Japan’s World Green Tea Contest many years in a row. Grown on the Jirisan mountain range on the southern Korean coast, this light infusion conceals a brilliant complexity of flavor on the boundary between Chinese and Japanese teas. The leaves are gently pan-roasted to seal in their freshness, hand-rolled, and then baked at low temperatures to complete the drying process. This process offers a rich flavor with a bready, nut-like complexity. It carries the beauty of walking along a beach on a cool, crisp sunny day, scouring the ground for sea glass and shells.

Due to the small size of this farm and its produce, Dobrá Tea is honored to be the sole retailer of this tea in the United States, and one of a very small number in the rest of the world.

Nok Cha is sold in a 50g packet for $24.00.

A close-up of Long Jing leaves. They are vibrant green and incredibly flat, adding a sense of fragility. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.
A face-down picture of steeped Long Jing. The steeped tea is a soft, light green-yellow color.
A close-up of Long Jing leaves. They are vibrant green and incredibly flat, adding a sense of fragility. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.
A face-down picture of steeped Long Jing. The steeped tea is a soft, light green-yellow color.

Long Jing

$12.00

[long jing]         Dragonwell (Tiger Spring)

The robust green tea leaves are flat and golden-green in color with a lovely shine that comes from the traditional method of pan-frying the freshly picked buds in large steel woks. Pan-frying stops the tea from oxidizing, and also contributes to it its nutty, nourishing taste--a taste as sweet and clean as the bright water of the spring. As the savory fragrance rises from the cup and the undulating pleasure spreads through the mouth, all wishes are granted.

Long Jing epitomizes the depth and body of Chinese green teas and feels like walking in a summer forest after the rain. It is a perfect tea for beginner drinkers.

This tea is sold for $12.00 / oz.

A side-by-side comparison of Taimu Long Zhu leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are curled into tight balls the size of finger-nails. They range in color from dark green to pale green. On the right, the steeped liquid is pale yellow.
A close-up of tea leaves rolled into compact balls. Each ball is the size of a finger nail, and varies in color from off-white to dark green. A sticker shows that the tea meets EU standards.
A side-by-side comparison of Taimu Long Zhu leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are curled into tight balls the size of finger-nails. They range in color from dark green to pale green. On the right, the steeped liquid is pale yellow.
A close-up of tea leaves rolled into compact balls. Each ball is the size of a finger nail, and varies in color from off-white to dark green. A sticker shows that the tea meets EU standards.

Taimu Long Zhu

$9.00

[tie-moo long djoo]          Dragon Eyes

An extra-fine, high-quality green tea made from selected fresh tea tips. This tea exhibits a flowery taste, the feeling of ocean spray, and a unique appearance. A smooth sweetness washes over the palate and lifts one's mood. The tea is hand-processed in Zhejiang into little balls resembling pearls, which unfold charmingly in the cup after the first infusion. A truly refreshing and hydrating tea, perfect to drink on a summer day.

Taimu Long Zhu is sold for $9.00 / oz.

A side-by-side comparison of Shincha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are predominantly dark green, long, flat, and narrow. On the right, the steeped liquid is a pale green.
The Shincha package is mainly white, with green patterning on the right side. Inside one of the green semi-circles is a group of red and yellow flowers. On the left size of the plastic package are Japanese letters followed by a tea leaf.
A side-by-side comparison of Shincha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are predominantly dark green, long, flat, and narrow. On the right, the steeped liquid is a pale green.
The Shincha package is mainly white, with green patterning on the right side. Inside one of the green semi-circles is a group of red and yellow flowers. On the left size of the plastic package are Japanese letters followed by a tea leaf.

Shincha

$22.00

[shin-cha]          First Flush Sencha

The first harvest (spring harvest) of Sencha each year is a special time in Uji, Japan. It marks the start of the busy tea harvesting season. In each cup you will taste youthful excitement and early brightness. The Shincha or “First Tea” is reserved each year as a limited selection of tea in celebration of Spring. We are proud to offer Shincha to you only while fresh stocks last!

This tea is sold in a 50g packet for $22.00.

A side-by-side comparison of Mao Jian leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves appear small, twisted, and dark green. On the right, the steeped liquid is pale yellow.
A close-up of Mao Jian leaves. They are a yellow-green, and in tightly-packed spirals. They have a Meets EU Standards certification..
A side-by-side comparison of Mao Jian leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves appear small, twisted, and dark green. On the right, the steeped liquid is pale yellow.
A close-up of Mao Jian leaves. They are a yellow-green, and in tightly-packed spirals. They have a Meets EU Standards certification..

Mao Jian

$8.00

[mou jee-ahn]          Five Mountain and Two Pools

This distinguished green tea is found in China’s historic Henan Province, in a region known as “Five Mountains and Two Pools.” We are proud to offer this special green tea to our customers. Its small, uniform leaves are distinguished by silvery tips. Both its aroma and flavor are surprisingly rich for a green tea--almost closer in feel to a “blue-green” oolong. Its smooth, almost creamy texture, woven with its delicious vegetal taste, makes it a truly pleasant and beloved tea. A perfect companion for sitting and watching the leaves begin to change color in early fall.

Mao Jian is sold for $8.00 / oz.

A side-by-side comparison of Putuo Fo Cha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are a rich, dark green and are significantly curled with slight fuzz. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale green.
A close up of Putuo Fo Cha leaves. The dried leaves are tightly curled and quite brittle. They range from light to dark green in color.
The Putuo Fo Cha box is orange and squared. On the lid, black text reads: "Putuo Cha." below, on the body, a statue of a woman holding her right palm up and adorned with jewelry is shown.
A side-by-side comparison of Putuo Fo Cha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are a rich, dark green and are significantly curled with slight fuzz. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale green.
A close up of Putuo Fo Cha leaves. The dried leaves are tightly curled and quite brittle. They range from light to dark green in color.
The Putuo Fo Cha box is orange and squared. On the lid, black text reads: "Putuo Cha." below, on the body, a statue of a woman holding her right palm up and adorned with jewelry is shown.

Putuo Fo Cha

$20.00

[Pu-tw-oh foe cha]          Buddha's Tea

One of the five most celebrated teas of China, Putuo Cha is a light, flowery green tea. A quiet strength arises out of these tiny, lustrous leaves, calling to mind the focused aromas of the meditation hall accompanied by scents of fresh spring vegetables and berries.

The 2500 year old tradition of cultivating gourmet tea on the Putuo Island guarantees that this particular tea, grown in the gardens of the Buddhist monastery and processed only by hand, will always be of superior quality. On the island’s shore, a magnificent statue of the Bodhisattva Guan Yin stares out to sea, while the foamy air and the colors of the sky swirl around her. This tea is perfect for observing the world with steady, loving compassion.

Putuo Fo Cha is sold in a 30-gram box for $20.00.

A side-by-side comparison of Ancient Arbor (Ha Giang Che Xanh) leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are curled around nearly into circles. They are dark green with the occasional light green tossed in. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale yellow.
A close-up of Ancient Arbor (Ha Giant Che Xanh) leaves. They are loosely twisted into tubes, which then appear to be rolled into circles. They range in color from dark green to mid-green, with specks of brown and light green tossed in.
The plastic Ha Giang Che Xahn package is primarily a silver metallic color. In the center is a black label. In the center is a picture of tea farmers. Surrounding the image, text reads: "Ancient Tree. Whole Leaf Green Tea. A unique tea produced from 100 year old trees. Ha Giang. Viet Nam. 100 grams."
A photograph of two Vietnamese women holding tea buds as an ancient tea tree towers in the background.
A side-by-side comparison of Ancient Arbor (Ha Giang Che Xanh) leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are curled around nearly into circles. They are dark green with the occasional light green tossed in. On the right, the steeped tea is a pale yellow.
A close-up of Ancient Arbor (Ha Giant Che Xanh) leaves. They are loosely twisted into tubes, which then appear to be rolled into circles. They range in color from dark green to mid-green, with specks of brown and light green tossed in.
The plastic Ha Giang Che Xahn package is primarily a silver metallic color. In the center is a black label. In the center is a picture of tea farmers. Surrounding the image, text reads: "Ancient Tree. Whole Leaf Green Tea. A unique tea produced from 100 year old trees. Ha Giang. Viet Nam. 100 grams."
A photograph of two Vietnamese women holding tea buds as an ancient tea tree towers in the background.

Ha Giang Ché Xanh

$21.00

[ha jung chay zahn]         Ancient Arbor

A traditionally processed green tea produced from 100-year-old tea trees by Dao tea farmers in the Vietnamese mountains of Hà Giang, more than 1000m above sea level. The age of the trees give a flavor unlike other green teas and radiates strength and ancient euphoria. The deep taste is most similar to other ancient tree teas such as Lao Shu Pu’er.

Ancient Arbor is sold in 100g packets for $21.00.

A side-by-side comparison of Lui'An Gaupian leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are long and narrow, and only barely curled into loose tubes. On the right, the steeped liquid is pale yellow.
A close-up of Lui'An Guapian leaves. They range in color from dark green to light green. They are long and narrow, and only slightly rolled into tube form. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.
A side-by-side comparison of Lui'An Gaupian leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are long and narrow, and only barely curled into loose tubes. On the right, the steeped liquid is pale yellow.
A close-up of Lui'An Guapian leaves. They range in color from dark green to light green. They are long and narrow, and only slightly rolled into tube form. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.

Liu'An Guapian

$8.00

[loo-ahn gwa-peen]          Watermelon Seeds

Liu’An Guapian has an unusually fresh, grassy taste and fragrance. Its leaf quality is equally unusual: dark green, very flat, long-leaf needles from the Dabie Mountains of western Anhui. This tea contains notes of the crispness of green beans and the sweetness of walnuts. It is mellow, making for a fantastic accompaniment tea to sip with a sandwich or a bowl of rice.

Liu’An Guapian appealed to us because of its truly refreshing quality and so earned its place on our menu as another ambassador from the Middle Kingdom. It is a truly satisfying thirst quencher!

Liu'An Guapian is sold for $8.00 / oz.

 

A side-by-side comparison of Zhu Cha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are dark green, and resemble small, smooth pellets. On the right, the steeped liquid is a soft gold.
A close-up of Zhu Cha leaves. They are small, tightly rolled balls with a dark green sheen. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.
A tea box with text: Green Pearl Brand Extra Gunpowder. There is a line-art oyster with pearl in the center. It is wrapped in plastic.
A side-by-side comparison of Zhu Cha leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are dark green, and resemble small, smooth pellets. On the right, the steeped liquid is a soft gold.
A close-up of Zhu Cha leaves. They are small, tightly rolled balls with a dark green sheen. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.
A tea box with text: Green Pearl Brand Extra Gunpowder. There is a line-art oyster with pearl in the center. It is wrapped in plastic.

Zhu Cha

$5.00

[djoo cha]          Gunpowder Tea

Known as “pearl” or “bead” tea in China, this classic variety is widely known as “gunpowder” tea in the West because its appearance is similar to cannon gunpowder. The tea is distinctively shaped into small, tightly rolled balls with a dark sheen that hints at its volatile quality. Tea-crafters in the Zhejiang province carefully dry the leaves in metal pans that are shaken in circular motions over a fire. The finished product yields the famous smoky flavor and aroma that makes this variety so dangerously delicious. This hearty green is the perfect accompaniment to a meal, as the vigor of its taste is not likely to be defeated.

Zhu Cha is sold for $5.00 / oz or in a 125g box for $12.00.

A side-by-side comparison of Che Xhan leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are a rich, dark green, and curl quite tightly while never fully rolling. On the right, the steeped liquid is a pale green.
A close-up of Che Xanh leaves. They are a pale green color. They are tightly curled into spirals and coils. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.
The plastic Che Xahn package is primarily a silver metallic color. In the center is a black label with green squares for text. A hand holds a tea bud. Beneath, text reads: "Traditional Green Tea. Thai Nguyen. Vietnam. Whole Leaf. Premium Tea. 100 grams."
A side-by-side comparison of Che Xhan leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are a rich, dark green, and curl quite tightly while never fully rolling. On the right, the steeped liquid is a pale green.
A close-up of Che Xanh leaves. They are a pale green color. They are tightly curled into spirals and coils. They have a Meets EU Standards certification.
The plastic Che Xahn package is primarily a silver metallic color. In the center is a black label with green squares for text. A hand holds a tea bud. Beneath, text reads: "Traditional Green Tea. Thai Nguyen. Vietnam. Whole Leaf. Premium Tea. 100 grams."

Thai Nguyen Ché Xanh

$24.00

[chay zan]

A remarkable Vietnamese green tea whose leaves are picked with extraordinary care, has reserved a special place on our menu. It has a strong, vegetal and astringent infusion not unlike grilled asparagus. This tea is warm and comforting, and leaves the taste buds with hints of lightly roasted coffee bean and flower pollen. Sip it slowly to awaken a drifting mind.

This tea is excellent served hot or cold.

Thai Nguyen Ché Xanh is sold in a 100g packet for $24.00.