“These are so beautiful _ pic.twitter.com/I3N2eGEjMw I didn’t know what to expect but as I opened the sample sachet lots of white/yellow chrysanthemum flowers came tumbling out as if by magic. They...” Read full tasting note
“A big thank you to Teavivre for allowing me to sample their teas again! I always love having the opportunity! Now, I have had a chrysanthemum tea once, and that was several years ago. I know I...” Read full tasting note
“I was very curious about this tea. So I had to order a sample. I used 15 flowers for this cuppa. This tastes very floral (obviously!) and very similar to chamomile. It is actually very comforting...” Read full tasting note
“Water: 8oz at 185 degrees Leaves: light yellow flower w/ green base Steep: 3m Aroma: floral chamomile spice Color: yellow Taste: The scent reminded me of chamomile but with a bit of spice added. I...” Read full tasting note
Known as one of the four noble Chinese flowers among plum blossoms, orchids, and bamboo flowers, chrysanthemum is often seen as a poetic theme in China. It is a representative flower of the Double Ninth Festival, as well as a prominent part in traditional Chinese medicine.
Gongju, short for Huang Shan Dried Chrysanthemum Gongju, is produced in Anhui Province where it is also referred to as Huiju, or Huizhou Gongju. This particular species of chrysanthemum used to be offered as tribute for the emperor, which is actually the implication of the ‘Gong’ in its name.
Under the aspect of traditional Chinese medicine, chrysanthemum is cool in character and is renowned as a medicine. It is helpful for reducing heat, improving eyesight, and aiding the body in cleansing toxins. For family use it can be directly infused with water or brewed together with tea, which will enrich the liquid’s flavor and aroma.
This tea’s origin is in She County at an elevation of around 1200 meters. She County is known as Huangshan City’s “Hometown of Tea”, and produces high-quality Huang Shan Mao Feng Green Tea as well as this Gong Ju.
Origin: Shexian(歙县), Huangshan, Anhui Province, China
Harvest Date: November 10, 2020
Appearance: White petal, small yellow in centre, even size of each flower, soft and fragrant
Aroma: Pure and sweet (typical chrysanthemum scent)
Liquor: Light green, pellucid and bright
Taste: Tastes slightly bitter with sweet aftertaste.
Tea Garden: Dailing Tea Garden
Caffeine: Caffeine-free
Sugar: Sugar-free
Storage: Store in airtight, opaque packaging; keep refrigerated
Shelf Life: 18 Months
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