Lingtou Qilan

Lingtou Qilan

　　Lingtou Qilan: Made from the fresh leaves of the large-leaf Qilan variety. Originally produced in Lingtou Township, Pingxi District, it has now expanded to 50 other townships in the region such as Xiàoxiào and nearby villages, but the quality from Lingtou remains the best. The finished tea features slender, heavy strips with small leaf stems and narrow leaf shoulders. Its color is yellowish-green or dark and glossy, with less obvious sandy green hues. The aroma is pure and mellow, reminiscent of orchid, while the taste is mellow, slightly thick, sweet, and fresh, with good endurance for multiple infusions.