Dali Xiaguan Tuocha Tea

Dali Xiaguan Tuocha Tea

　　Xiaguan Tuocha Tea is one of the renowned products produced by Xiaguan Tea Factory in Dali City. Originally called "Tuancha" (literally “bundled tea”), it was first made in 1902 by the "Fuchunheng" merchant house in Xiaguan. Most of the tea was sold to places such as Xufu (now Yibin) in Sichuan. When brewed with water from the Tuo River in Sichuan, the flavor turned out to be exceptionally good, hence the name was changed to "Tuocha."

　　Xiaguan Tuocha Tea is made from premium tea leaves sourced from more than 30 counties in Yunnan Province, including Lincang, Baoshan, and Simao. Its initial processing involves manual rolling and mechanical compression through several stages. The tea takes on a bowl-like shape, featuring an elegant form, dark glossy leaves with visible fine hairs, and a pure, rich aroma. The liquor is bright orange-yellow with a mellow, refreshing taste and a sweet aftertaste. Regular consumption is believed to have health benefits such as improving eyesight, refreshing the mind, enhancing beauty, and providing antibacterial and therapeutic effects. Internationally, it is known as "weight-loss tea," "beauty tea," and "longevity tea." In China, Xiaguan Tuocha Tea is celebrated alongside Yunnan Baiyao and Yunnan cigarettes as one of the "Three Treasures of Central Yunnan."

　　Xiaguan Tuocha Tea has been awarded the Provincial Quality Product title three times, the National Quality Silver Award, and the World Food Gold Crown Award. It has also been honored as a "China Famous Tea Brand." In October 1996, it won the 10th European Gold Award for Product Quality in Paris, France.