Laoshan Tea

Laoshan Tea

Laoshan Tea is a geographical indication certification trademark.

　　Geographic Scope

　　 Laoshan boasts green mountains and blue seas, enveloped in mist, with moist air, fertile soil, and excellent water quality—offering uniquely favorable natural conditions.

　　Distinctive Qualities

　　 Laoshan tea is rich in nutrients, containing abundant polyphenols, caffeine, aromatic compounds, as well as beneficial substances for human health such as proteins, amino acids, and vitamins. Drinking Laoshan green tea can invigorate, relieve fatigue, quench thirst, detoxify, promote blood circulation, soften blood vessels, and refresh the mind and eyesight. Especially notable is its high amino acid content, resulting in a rich, mellow, and refreshing tea broth that leaves a lingering fragrance on the palate and earns high praise from tea enthusiasts everywhere.

　　Cultural Anecdotes

　　 Tea-loving residents of Qingdao all know “Laoshan Green,” which absorbs the essence of mountain and water, yielding a jade-green brew with endless aftertaste. But few may know that Laoshan tea is not a “native” but was actually “immigrated” from thousands of miles away.

　　The historical connection between tea and Laoshan dates back a long time, with the popular local folktale “The Legend of Tiancha Peak.” The artificial cultivation of Laoshan tea began in 1959, and currently, the tea planting area in Laoshan covers nearly 7,000 acres, producing over 260 tons of high-quality green tea annually. As one of the highest-latitude tea-growing regions in China, coupled with its unique geographical factors, Laoshan tea is known for its “thick leaves, high aroma, strong flavor, and excellent infusion endurance,” earning it a renowned reputation both domestically and internationally.