Tea Drunk Xin Yang Mao Jian Green Tea

Tea Drunk's Xin Yang Mao Jian is a celebrated Chinese green tea from the historic Che Yun Shan terroir, handpicked during its brief peak harvest window. This single-origin blend delivers a sharp yet refined character with umami depth and delicate floral notes that evolve beautifully across multiple infusions.

What distinguishes this tea is its uncompromising craft: 100% handmade, charcoal-baked, and traditionally rested for a full week after primary processing plus three additional weeks after fining. Every step honors the centuries-old techniques that made this variety legendary among tea enthusiasts seeking authentic green tea.

Why You'll Love This Tea Drunk Blend

• Heritage heirloom cultivars sourced from the origin village, harvested at peak season
• Complex, layered flavor: grounded aromatics with umami undertones and floral finish
• Extended traditional resting periods that deepen character and smoothness
• Long, evolving aftertaste that reveals new dimensions with each steep
• Ideal for those seeking premium, single-origin Chinese green tea with genuine terroir expression

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Tea Drunk Xin Yang Mao Jian different from other green teas?
This tea follows a rigorous sourcing and production standard: heritage cultivars from the historic origin, harvest during the optimal 1–3 day window within its brief 10–15 day season, and skilled traditional crafting with no shortcuts. The result captures the true essence of this renowned variety in a way mass-produced green teas cannot.

How do I brew this green tea?
Use water around 160–180°F (70–80°C) and steep for 2–3 minutes. The leaves re-steep beautifully multiple times, with flavor deepening and becoming more nuanced across infusions thanks to the tea's complex structure.

What's the flavor like?
Expect a sharp yet balanced character with grounded aromatics, umami richness, and delicate floral notes. The aftertaste is notably long and layered, continuing to evolve as it cools on the palate.

Specifications

• Origin: Che Yun Shan, Xinyang, Henan Province, China
• Tea Type: Green tea (Mao Jian style)
• Cultivar: Indigenous heirloom varieties
• Harvest: Peak season, optimal 1–3 day window
• Processing: 100% handmade, charcoal-baked, traditionally rested
• Flavor Profile: Sharp, umami, floral, grounded
• Brew Temperature: 160–180°F (70–80°C)
• Steep Time: 2–3 minutes; re-steepable

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