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Gu Zhu Zi Shu (Purple Bamboo Shoot) Green Tea 2008

Lu Yu, the famous tea master, was instrumental is promoting tea and tea culture during the Tang Dynasty (619-907AD). In addition to writing the first book about tea, he built the first Tribute Tea factory for the emperor in Gu Zhu Mountain in Zhejiang Province in 846 AD. It was his belief that Gu Zhu Zi Sun was the very best tea, and became a Tribute Tea for over a thousand years. Initially this tea was steamed into cakes and then ground into a powder to drink. It was not until 1368 AD that this tea was brewed using whole leaves. Our Gu Zhu Zi Sun is made from only early spring buds and fresh leaves resulting in a fresh clean flavor and lingering sweet aftertaste. Take time to notice the tea leaves floating on the water similar to elegant Chinese orchids.

Location: Hu Zhou City, Zhejiang Province
Tea Bush: Gu Zhu Qun Ti Zhong (Gu Zhu Mountain Local Bush)
Tea Master: Chen Zhi Guo
Harvest Time: end of March
Picking Standard: 1 bud to 1 slightly opened leaves
Brewing vessel: glass cup, gaiwan, glass or porcelain pot
Brewing Guidelines: 1st infusion 1 Tbs per 20 oz 180F for 1 ½ mins
Infusions: at least 3 times

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AGT:PurBam0825

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25.00 grams

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$18.30

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