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Precious Eyebrow, more commonly known as Chunmee, originates from Zhejiang Province in China. It is the most popular green tea in China, consumed by millions every day and we can see why. With smoky and toasted notes combined with mellow plum, Precious Eyebrow gives a unique experience every tea drinker should try.
All about Precious Eyebrow, Organic — Loose Leaf Green Tea
What it’s like, and how to make it
CaffeineLow caffeine
TypeGreen
FlavourPlum
CharacterSmoky, toasted
What’s in itChunmee green tea
Perfect for
High tea
How to brew it
175°F / 80°C
Steep 2–3 minutes
Use 1 tsp per 8oz
Boiling water scorches the leaf and makes it bitter
Re-steep the same leaves twice
Beyond the cup
China’s everyday green. Steep strong for a poaching liquid – the plum notes love stone-fruit glazes on pork or duck. Brew as rice-cooking water for a smoky undertone. Make a reduction glaze: brew strong, add honey, soy, and ginger, simmer until thick. Drizzle on chicken or salmon.
What’s in it
Every herb in the blend, and where to read about it on its own.
A pan-fired Chinese green whose name, zhen mei, means precious eyebrows — for the long curved shape of the finished leaf. It has a dusty look and a cup that is more acidic and less sweet than most greens, with a plummy edge the shop's...
Plummy and a little tart; less sweet and more acidic than most green teas, with a dusty-looking leaf
Smoky and plummy – works two directions at once. Sip alongside stir-fry, grilled chicken, or duck with plum sauce. Pair with our Chinese Five Spice for a Zhejiang-inspired dinner, or our Ginger and Coriander for everyday cooking.
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Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea …
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea itself is. 10/10 would order again
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea …
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea itself is. 10/10 would order again
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea …
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea itself is. 10/10 would order again
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea …
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea itself is. 10/10 would order again
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea …
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea itself is. 10/10 would order again
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea …
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea itself is. 10/10 would order again
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea …
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea itself is. 10/10 would order again
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea …
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea itself is. 10/10 would order again
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea …
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea itself is. 10/10 would order again
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea …
Fantastic packaging with a lovely personalised note on the inside is just the cherry on top of how wonderful and aromatic the tea itself is. 10/10 would order again