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2013 Organic Gongmei White Tea mini cake
Product Overview
This aged mini cake of Gongmei white tea is crafted from heirloom Qunti Xiaocai (small-leaf variety), organically grown in the high mountain regions of Fuding, Fujian. This native tea has been cultivated for centuries and was once chosen as a tribute tea to the imperial court during the Song Dynasty — hence the name Gongmei, or “Tribute Eyebrow.”
Made using traditional white tea processing methods and naturally aged in clean storage since 2013, it offers a mellow, complex brew with soft sweetness and layered depth.
PRODUCT Details
Why We Love This Tea
chinese medicine aspects
• Meridian: Taiyin (Lung)
• Element: Metal — supports Lung Qi and promotes clarity
• Nature: Lightly cooling(fresh white tea), Neutral & Lightly Warming(aged white tea)
• Taste: Sweet & Light
• Functions: Clears heat · Moistens lungs · Strengthens spleen · Tonify Qi
Brewing Instructions
Teapot / Gaiwan (Gongfu Style):
• 1g tea : 25ml water
• 100°C water
• Rinse quickly, then steep for 15 seconds
• Add 5–10 seconds per infusion
• Steep 8+ times
Thermos (Daily Use):
• 1g tea : 200ml water
• Rinse briefly and discard
• Steep for 15–20 minutes
• Refill when 1/3 remains
• Enjoy 2–3 infusions
These are gentle guidelines - explore different temperatures and ratios to discover the tea's unique character and your own way of enjoying it.