Qingtian Imperial Tea

Qingtian Imperial Tea is a specialty of Qingtian County, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province. It is a type of green tea, which is unfermented. The tea is harvested from small to medium leaf varieties with strong cold resistance that are suitable for high-altitude tea gardens, such as Jiukeng and Longjing 43.

Qingtian Imperial Tea earned its name “Imperial Tea” because during the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty, tea from Qingtian was presented as an imperial tribute for the enjoyment of the royal family. Hence the name “Qingtian Imperial Tea.”

Qingtian Imperial Tea is produced entirely using traditional handmade techniques: fresh leaves are spread out → pan-fried in a green wok → moistened → pan-fired again → dry tea is sieved → finished product. Each step adheres to the highest standards.

Sensory Quality Characteristics: Qingtian Imperial Tea has a flat, boat-like shape and a vibrant green color; the liquor is bright tender green; it offers a lasting chestnut aroma; the taste is fresh and mellow; the leaves at the bottom are tender, even, and intact. Its unique quality traits are summarized as “boat-like shape, emerald green color, mellow and gentle taste.”

Physicochemical Indicators: Moisture ≤6.5%, amino acids ≥3.5%, tea polyphenols ≥12%, water extract content ≥42%. 4.3 Quality and Safety Standards: Product production strictly complies with relevant agricultural product quality and safety standards.