Meixian Qingliangshan Tea

Last updated 2026-11-12 — Qingliangshan Tea is produced on Qingliang Mountain, located within Xiyang Town of Meixian District, Guangdong Province, China. The mountain stands at nearly 1,000 meters above sea level, spans an area of approximately 8,000 square kilometers, and is pollution-free—making it an ideal tea-growing environment. With high altitude, frequent cloud cover, high humidity, significant day-night temperature variations, and strong diffused light, the region above the Qingliang Mountain Reservoir in Meixian provides optimal conditions for tea tree growth. These factors also facilitate the accumulation of organic substances in the tea leaves and the formation of nitrogen-containing compounds such as proteins and amino acids, which enhance the tea’s aroma. The high-mountain tea gardens benefit from a favorable microclimate, with high relative humidity, strong leaf tenderness, soft leaf texture, and rich internal content. The tea trees of Qingliangshan are small-leaf shrub-type varieties. Although their yield is relatively low, the quality is exceptional. Qingliangshan Tea is harvested three to four times a year, corresponding to the first spring, second spring, hemp flower, and snowflake seasons. In terms of quality, the first spring tea picked before the rainy season is considered the best. The processing technique is unique, yielding tightly rolled, uniformly shaped tea leaves with a delicate and rich fragrance, emerald-green and crystal-clear liquor, and a mellow, smooth taste. It can rival Anhui's Wulong and Tunlu teas and has enjoyed a prestigious reputation for centuries. The product sells well across Southeast Asian countries, especially among overseas Chinese. When brewed, it refreshes the mind and leaves a lingering fragrance on the palate. It is believed to invigorate the brain, promote blood circulation, and strengthen the spleen. Many traditional Chinese medicine practitioners regard Qingliangshan green tea as beneficial for improving health, increasing alertness, and relieving coughs. Regular consumption is said to aid digestion, invigorate the appetite, and contribute to longevity.