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$40.00

Gua Pian exists in a league of its own. Harvested from heirloom trees in one of China’s oldest tea regions, this roast embodies over 1,000 years of tea-making tradition. Because it's the only Chinese green tea crafted without buds or stems, our Gua Pian showcases a harmonious flavor profile that’s oral, yet nutty, and smooth, yet complex.

Gua Pian’s dynamic nature offers exciting possibilities for the playful palate. Try it shaken for a creamy texture, or sip it classically steeped and see why this is one of our favorite luxury green teas.

SIZE

50 Grams

NOTES & CAFFEINE

Nutty
Grassy
Butter

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CATEGORY, REGION & CAFFEINE

Category: Green Tea
Region: Anhui, China
Caffeine: 30–50 Milligrams Per 8 OZ. Serving

BREWING INSTRUCTIONS

We recommend brewing this tea using the Open Vessel or Grandpa Style Brewing Method. Scroll down for additional information about this tea, or click here to review exact instructions.

Frequency:
$40.00
$36.00
Every 2 weeks

Gua Pian exists in a league of its own. Harvested from heirloom trees in one of China’s oldest tea regions, this roast embodies over 1,000 years of tea-making tradition. Because it's the only Chinese green tea crafted without buds or stems, our Gua Pian showcases a harmonious flavor profile that’s oral, yet nutty, and smooth, yet complex.

Gua Pian’s dynamic nature offers exciting possibilities for the playful palate. Try it shaken for a creamy texture, or sip it classically steeped and see why this is one of our favorite luxury green teas.

SIZE

50 Grams

NOTES & CAFFEINE

Nutty
Grassy
Butter

Learn More

CATEGORY, REGION & CAFFEINE

Category: Green Tea
Region: Anhui, China
Caffeine: 30–50 Milligrams Per 8 OZ. Serving

BREWING INSTRUCTIONS

We recommend brewing this tea using the Open Vessel or Grandpa Style Brewing Method. Scroll down for additional information about this tea, or click here to review exact instructions.


TASTING NOTES:

NUTTY

Warm and comforting, nutty notes echo roasted almonds, hazelnuts, or cashews, adding depth and a smooth, savory finish.

GRASSY

Bright and verdant, grassy notes offer a clean, fresh flavor reminiscent of spring meadows or newly cut hay.

UMAMI

Deep and savory, umami notes bring a satisfying richness, with hints of brothy or seaweed-like complexity that ground the tea's flavor profile.


REGION:
ANHUI, CHINA

Anhui, located in eastern China, is celebrated for its exceptional teas, particularly Keemun black tea and Huangshan Maofeng green tea. The province’s diverse terrain, including the iconic Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) range, provides ideal conditions for tea cultivation. With elevations up to 1,800 meters, the region enjoys cool, misty mornings and abundant rainfall, which allow the leaves to develop their distinct flavors slowly.

Rich, well-drained soils further enhance the quality of Anhui’s teas, while traditional techniques bring out their signature characteristics—floral, smooth, and occasionally smoky notes for which the region is renowned. Anhui’s tea culture reflects centuries of artistry, producing teas that are both elegant and deeply rooted in Chinese heritage.

CURRENT CONDITIONS:

ANHUI WEATHER
 

BREW INSTRUCTIONS:

 

OPEN VESSEL METHOD

GRANDPA STYLE