Enshi Yulu (Jade Dew) Green Tea
The dry leaves of our Enshi Yulu (恩施玉露) are emerald green, long and slightly twisted. They steep a limeade green liquor with a smooth and thick texture. The intense aroma is sweet and savoury with hints of seaweed, nuts and beans.
From a leaf quality perspective this is definitely a premium tea. Yet, given the affordable price tag, and the fact the leaves can be re-steeped so many times, this tea may become your next daily drink!
For those who prefer more intense green teas, Enshi Yulu is an irresistible choice.
History of Enshi Yulu
The first ever 'steamed' green teas, such as Enshi Yulu, were produced during the Tang Dynasty(618-907) in China. While the Japanese loved it and continued to improve the production method, steamed tea got out of fashion after the Tang. Today, virtually all Japanese green teas are produced through steaming. In contrast, the pan-frying method is still the standard for green teas in China.
Thus, from a historical perspective, Enshi Yulu can be regarded as an important tea, and we're glad that this tea is making its comeback since the end of the 20th century.
Enshi Yulu vs Japanese green tea
Though the production of many Japanese green teas and Enshi Yulu both involve steaming, the taste is still quite different. Because Enshi Yulu is relatively lightly steamed, the effect of steaming on the end result is more nuanced compared to Japanese sencha.
Enshi Yulu Origin
As the name already reveals this tea originates from Enshi, located in the Wuling Mountains in southwestern Hubei Province. With its fertile soil, lush vegetation, and picture-perfect four seasons, Enshi offers a paradise-like climate for tea cultivation: no harsh winters or scorching summers. Experience an average annual temperature around 17°C, a lengthy frost-free period, and abundant rainfall.
| Tea Province | Hubei |
|---|---|
| Tea Region | Enshi, Wulingshan (879m) |
| Harvest Year | 2024 |
| Tea Season | Spring |
| Steeping temperature | 80 °C - 175 °F |
| Amount / 500ml (17oz) | 3 gram |
| Steeping time | 40s |
| Amount (traditional) / 100ml (3.4oz) | 5 gram |
| Steeping Time (traditional) | 10 sec |
| Tea Cultivar/Varietal | #43 |
| Tea in Chinese | 恩施玉露 |
| Gluten-free | yes |
| Tea Caffeine Content | high |
