This Moonlight White Dragon Pearl Pu'er Tea (月光白龙珠普洱茶 - Yue Guang Bai Long Zhu Pu'er Cha) is an interesting white tea that is made from the "Jing Gu Big White Leaf" cultivar, but has the characteristics of a young Sheng Pu'er.
The leaves are picked as "1 bud and 1 leaf" and then withered for several days, before being rolled into Dragon Pearls. Chinese Dragons are often depicted with a "Flaming Pearl" under their chin which represents wisdom and spiritual energy.
This is a very drinkable smooth , mellow tea with honey notes and a fruity profile
Origin: Yunnan Province, China
Elevation: Grown 5200ft above sea level:
Tea Variety: Camellia Taliensis
Cultivar: Jing Gu Da Bai Ye (景谷大白叶 - Jing Gu Big White Leaf)
Brewing Temperature: 100°C
Caffeine Content: Approx. 30-40mg per cup
Sold in quantities of 100g (each Dragon Pearl is approx. 9g in weight)