Purple Bamboo Shoot Zhi Sun Cha

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Rating

80 / 100

Calculated from 2 Ratings
Tea type
Green Tea
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Ingredients
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Flavors
Cantaloupe, Fruity, Spinach
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Caffeine
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Certification
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Typical Preparation
Use 13 oz / 370 ml of water
Set water temperature to 175 °F / 79 °C
Steep for 2 min, 0 sec
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2 Tasting Notes View all

“this one comes to me from Raritea Not my usual cup of tea, but i love trying out new things! :) this is a really smooth, light and refreshing tea. It leaves a weird feeling in my mouth...” Read full tasting note
“Dry leaf has a strong floral/vegetal aroma. Brewed tea has a strong vegetal aroma. Flavour is mostly vegetal with a clean sugary fruity (cantaloupe) finish). Buttery notes in aftertaste. Thick...” Read full tasting note

Description

Zhi Sun was the imperial tribute tea during the
Tang Dynasty and was regarded as the best tea
ever by the Tea Saint Lu Yu. The tea has a very
pleasing appearance, with just a hint of purple
tinge on some of the leaves. The flavour is light
and sweet, with floral orchid aroma

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