Early spring Bi Lo Chun ( a.k.a. Green snail)

There's something magical about Yunnan's early spring that you can literally taste in this tea. While most of China is still wrapped in winter's embrace, Yunnan's mild, sunny climate allows tea farmers to start their harvest season weeks ahead of schedule. This Bi Lo Chun captures that first breath of spring in every cup.

What struck me most about this particular batch is how the tea masters managed to preserve that perfect balance between freshness and depth. The buds and young leaves are hand-picked at just the right moment – when they're tender enough to roll into those characteristic snail-like spirals, yet mature enough to develop complex flavors. You can see the careful attention to detail in every twisted leaf.

The processing here is where the real artistry shines. Small batch production means each handful of leaves gets individual attention. The result? A green tea that's simultaneously nutty and fresh, with a thickness on the palate that's rare in lighter greens. It's the kind of tea that makes you slow down and pay attention.

Here's what I love most about this Bi Lo Chun – it's forgiving yet rewarding. Keep your water temperature between 85-90°C (that's cooler than boiling, folks!), don't let it steep too long on the first infusion, and you'll be amazed at how this tea evolves over 6-8 steepings. Each infusion reveals different layers – sometimes more floral, sometimes nuttier, always satisfying.

The Yunkang #10 varietal gives this tea its distinctive character. It's a cultivar that's perfectly adapted to Yunnan's terroir, producing leaves that are both robust and delicate. When you taste it, you're experiencing not just a tea, but the specific microclimate of Wangzi Mountain – the morning mists, the mineral-rich soil, the elevation that creates those perfect growing conditions.

This isn't your everyday green tea. It's what happens when traditional skill meets exceptional raw materials. Perfect for those quiet morning moments when you want something more than just caffeine – you want an experience.

 Origin: Wangzi Mountain, Ning'Er County, Simao Region, Yunnan

 Varietal: Yunkang #10

 Pick Style: 1 leaf to 1 bud

Harvest: Early March 2025

Brewing Notes:
- Water temperature: 80-85°C
- Steeping time: Start with 30 seconds, increase gradually
- Infusions: Up to 8 quality steepings
- Best enjoyed: Morning or early afternoon