Taste the differences between two excellent Biluochun green teas! Biluochun is a very famous green tea produced in the Dongting region of Jiangsu. It was commonly used as tribute teas for emperors and high ranking officials in the past. However, Dongting isn't the only area that produces Biluochun style green teas. Here at Sipscollection, we offer two Biluochuns, one from Dongting, and the other from Yixing.
Yixing is typically known for their Zisha teapots, but they also produce excellent teas as well. This Yixing Biluochun is an example of a remarkable yet distinct tea when compared to its Dongting counterparts. Give both of them a try, and taste the difference in flavour and character between the two teas!
In this sample pack:
- Dongting Biluochun Green Tea
- Yixing Biluochun Green Tea
Tea Information
Dongting Biluochun:
- Harvest Date: 16th March 2023
- Origin: Near Biluo Village, Dongshan, Wuzhong District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China (中国，江苏省，苏州市，吴中区，东山，碧螺村)
- Varietal: Qunti Small-Leaf (群体小叶种)
- Elevation: 180m
- Source: Directly from Farmer
- Organic?: Organic methods are used but uncertified
Yixing Biluochun:
- Harvest Date: 21st March 2023
- Origin: Near Fuxi Village, Hufu Town, Yixing City, Wuxi Prefecture, Jiangsu Province, China (中国，江苏省，无锡市，宜兴市，湖㳇镇，洑西村)
- Varietal: Biluochun Old Tree (碧螺春老树)
- Elevation: 200-350m
- Source: Directly from Farmer
- Organic?: Certified organic
Brewing Guide
Both Teas:
Gongfu Brewing:
- Leaf-to-water ratio: 4g/100ml
- Temperature: 85°C/185°F
- Steeping time: 30s, +20s for each subsequent steep
Western Brewing:
- Leaf-to-water ratio: 4g/400ml
- Temperature: 85°C/185°F
- Steeping time: 3m to 3m30s, +1m or more for each subsequent steep
Grandpa Style:
- Leaf-to-water ratio: 4g/300ml
- Temperature: 85°C/185°F
- Steeping time: 2m30s, top up to taste
Don't know anything about these brewing styles? Fret not! Read our "How to Brew Chinese Tea" article here!
* Ultimately, experiment with the different parameters to find what works for you. If you think it's too bitter, reduce the temperature. If it's too strong, reduce the number of leaves used. This is just a guide with rough parameters to get you started.
