What kind of tea is Wuxuan Jinlong Tea, a specialty of Laibin in Guangxi? What are its benefits and effects? What type of tea variety does it belong to?

Jinlong Tea is a famous local specialty from Wuxuan, Laibin, Guangxi. Jinlong is the name of the tea-growing region, and the tea varieties include both green and black teas.Good mountains and good water produce Golden Dragon tea; high mountains and misty clouds yield fine tea.Don’t be fooled by the bold name of Jinlong Tea—it actually tells us that Jinlong Tea has “extraordinary origins,” coming from the beautifully scenic Jinlong Mountain area and being of premium quality. Tested by South China Agricultural College, Jinlong Tea contains 18 essential amino acids required by the human body, so drinking Jinlong Tea brings many benefits.

 

,1000,1016,,,,.Why is this mountain called Golden Dragon?During the Song Dynasty, the “twin jinshi” brothers Xie Hong and Xie Ze from Botou Village often went up the mountain behind the village to recite poetry and study hard under the sunset glow.In the third year of the Xuanhe era (1121 AD), while rushing to the capital for the imperial exams, they both experienced a surge of inspiration and passed with distinction, earning the court's title of “Xie Family’s Twin Phoenixes.”

Renowned as a place where two phoenixes rose to fame, coupled with its mountain shape resembling a winding golden dragon, it is called Golden Dragon Mountain. The village at the foot of the mountain is named Golden List Village (or Tun).It seems that Jinlong Mountain is not only blessed with beautiful scenery but also produces specialties such as Jinlong Tea, which has a long history and an elegant, outstanding quality.

 

History of Golden Dragon Tea

Golden Dragon Tea has a long history. As early as the Jiaqing era of the Qing Dynasty, it gained fame both domestically and abroad under the “Qianyi” brand and was even once served as a tribute.“Its fragrance lasts through the ages, and its royal taste intoxicates countless heroes.” Here, “royal taste” refers to Jinlong Tea. Historical records say that during the Taiping Rebellion, Jinlong Tea was offered as a tribute to the Taiping King Hong Xiuquan by Xiao Chaogui, the Western King of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. The king praised Jinlong Tea highly and designated it as a royal-exclusive product, produced in limited quantities and regularly tributed.Additionally, we can also find a tea called Shuangji Long Tea on the market, which is also Golden Dragon tea, with its trademark registered in 1996.On September 8, 2003, Shuangjilong Tea was awarded the title of Guangxi’s first Chinese Brand by the China International Brand Association. It was also the exclusive designated tea for major events such as the commemoration of Mao Zedong’s 110th birth anniversary and the National Defense Education Tour across China.According to local people, the name Golden Dragon Mountain also has a historical background.

 

Jinlong Tea Black Tea: The tea leaves are tightly rolled and darkly glossy, producing a bright red liquor with a uniquely regal golden dragon floral aroma. It has a rich, sweet, and mellow taste, and is easy to brew with good endurance.

 

Jinlong Tea (Green Tea): The leaves are tightly rolled and fine, with a green and glossy appearance and a frosted look. The liquor is bright emerald green, with a high, lasting aroma, a fresh, mellow, and sweet taste, and a long-lasting aftertaste.

 

The Efficacy and Benefits of Golden Dragon Tea

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Jinlong Tea is rich in various amino acids, vitamins, alkaloids, and trace elements needed for human health, and it has the effects of refreshing the mind, benefiting intelligence, harmonizing the stomach, strengthening the spleen, and promoting urination.

 

Golden Dragon Tea is a traditional famous tea from Wuxuan, Laibin, Guangxi. It has a long history and widespread reputation, and it is rich in various amino acids and other beneficial components for the human body.Whether you prefer green or black tea, you can try Jinlong Tea.