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Mengding Ganlu Tea

Meng Ding Gan Lu tea is the most famous tea from Mount Meng Shan, Sichuan Province in the southwest part of China. Ganlu is translated as "Sweet Dew", which refers to sweet flavor and taste of the tea. So Meng Ding Gan Lu is also named as Meng Ding Sweet Dew.

It is believed that the tea was first discovered by Buddhist monk, Wu Li Zhen, as early as 202 BC–24 AD. Meng Ding Gan Lu has been a tribute tea since the Tang Dynasty. This certified organic tea uses mostly tender tea buds picked in early spring, which are then carefully curled during processing.

Appearance:
The curly green tea leaves are partially covered with white/silver pekoe. The infusion yields cups of light yellow color tea.

Taste:
sweet chestnut aroma and lingering sweet aftertaste.

Brewing Guide:
1. Using glass-based or porcelain tea ware.
2. Rinse tea cup and teapot with hot water.
3. Use about 2 grams of tea leaves (1-2 teaspoons) for every 150ml of water.
4. Steep tea leaves in hot water at 70°c (158°F) to 80°c (176°F) for 1 minute for the first and second brewing.
5. Gradually increase steeping time and temperature for subsequent brewing.

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