Roasted Chao Qing Green
Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China
Carefully crafted in the fertile tea-growing region surrounding Nanjing, Chao Qing Green Tea is a beautifully balanced Chinese green tea prized for its fresh character, vibrant color, and smooth, lingering finish. The name Chao Qing (炒青), meaning "pan-fired green," refers to the traditional hand-firing technique used to preserve the tea's vivid emerald leaves while developing its signature sweet, nutty complexity.
Each cup reveals a crystal-clear jade infusion with an inviting aroma of fresh spring greens, roasted chestnut, and delicate wildflowers. The flavor is clean and refreshing, offering notes of tender vegetables, toasted grains, sweet peas, and a gentle natural sweetness that remains long after the final sip.
Masterfully pan-fired to halt oxidation while preserving the leaf's natural vitality, Chao Qing Green Tea delivers a wonderfully balanced cup that is both invigorating and calming. It is an exceptional daily green tea, equally suited for quiet personal reflection or shared moments around the tea table.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Fresh spring greens, roasted chestnut, wildflowers
Flavor: Sweet vegetal notes, toasted grains, young peas, delicate nuttiness
Body: Light to medium
Finish: Smooth, crisp, naturally sweet, and refreshing
Brewing Guide (Western Style)
Tea: 2–3 grams (approximately 1 teaspoon) per 8 oz (240 ml) of water
Water Temperature: 170–175°F (77–80°C)
Steep Time: 2–3 minutes
Using cooler water helps preserve the tea's natural sweetness and prevents bitterness, allowing its delicate vegetal and lightly roasted notes to shine.
Gongfu Cha Brewing
Chao Qing Green Tea responds beautifully to Gongfu preparation, gradually revealing layers of sweetness, fresh vegetation, and gentle roasted complexity over multiple infusions.
Tea: 5 grams
Vessel: 100–120 ml Gaiwan or Small Teapot
Water Temperature: 170–175°F (77–80°C)
Recommended Infusions
Rinse: Not recommended
1st Infusion: 20 seconds
2nd Infusion: 25 seconds
3rd Infusion: 35 seconds
4th Infusion: 45 seconds
5th Infusion: 60 seconds
Additional infusions: Increase steep time by 15–20 seconds as desired
Expected Steeps: 5–7 enjoyable infusions
As the leaves continue to open, each infusion unveils new dimensions—from bright, grassy freshness and sweet spring vegetables to mellow chestnut, toasted grain, and a silky, lingering finish.
Tea Minister's Serving Suggestion
Enjoy Chao Qing Green Tea when you seek clarity, focus, or a peaceful pause in your day. Its refreshing profile pairs beautifully with steamed dumplings, sushi, grilled fish, light noodle dishes, fresh salads, mild cheeses, seasonal fruit, and delicate pastries. It is equally at home during a mindful morning ritual, an afternoon tea gathering, or a quiet moment of meditation.
Traditionally pan-fired to preserve both freshness and depth, Chao Qing Green Tea offers a wonderful introduction to the artistry of Chinese green teas while providing enough complexity to delight seasoned tea enthusiasts.
"Each cup of Chao Qing Green Tea celebrates the harmony of tradition and craftsmanship—an elegant reminder that life's greatest moments are often found in its simplest rituals."
