This 2017 Shou Mei from Panxi in Fuding is made from larger, later-season leaves, a style prized for its depth and easygoing character rather than delicacy. Produced from Hua Cha Nr. 2—a cultivar selected from Fuding Da Bai seedlings—it reflects a thoughtful balance between traditional material and reliable cultivation.
The infusion opens with the soft, familiar dryness of sun-cured hay, giving way to the rounded sweetness of forest honey that lingers across the palate. As the liquor develops, a subtle thread of blueberry emerges—cool and slightly dusky—adding depth without disturbing the tea’s calm, steady character.
Comforting yet nuanced, this Shou Mei offers a grounded sweetness and patient endurance across infusions, serving as a compelling, more accessible alternative to the older, deeper and pricier Shou Mei 2000.
Written by Dominik
For best results in gongfu cha, brew in the traditional gaiwan or in a Yixing teapot. Too high water temperature would burn the leaves, resulting in bitter taste.
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