China green tea
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China green tea
Organic farming
Fair trade
Original tea
Tea preparation tips
Quantity
2g /25cl
Consumption
At any time
Infusion time
3 min
Water temperature
75°C
A traditional green tea from China
Tea from China
With a centuries-old tradition, this Chinese green tea with leaves carefully rolled into small pearls offers a dense, intense brew. An excellent everyday tea to enjoy on its own, it can also be used as a base for traditional mint green tea. A safe bet!
Tea composition
- Green tea*
*From organic farming.
Origin of ingredients
Xuan en'Yisheng tea cooperative
Terroir
Known for its rugged landscapes and deep valleys with karst formations, Enshi is located in the south-western part of China's Hubei province, crossed by the Qing River and its tributaries. Indeed, Enshi boasts numerous water springs and is home to important endemic species, such as the golden monkey and the short-tailed pangolin. The small producers' cooperative is located in the hinterland of Wuling Mountain. Here, atmospheric humidity is high due to the rainforests. The soil is rich in selenium, and growers often plant tea bushes between rocks, giving them better access to minerals and salt.
Context and challenges
The environmental context is uncertain, with frequent landslides and flooding, so the fair trade premium provides leverage for producers.
Community projects
The Fairtrade Premium has enabled the implementation of a road improvement and maintenance project, as well as the purchase of equipment for tea production and transport vehicles for the cooperative's two factories.
Organic farming
We have always offered organically grown teas and herbal teas, and used natural, organic flavours. We go even further, demanding that our suppliers use certified organic flavor carriers and solvents. Certified since 1994.
Fair trade
A WFTO (World Fair Trade Organization) certified member, Les Jardins de Gaïa has been committed to fair trade since its creation: from the tea leaf to the cup, all our practices meet fair trade requirements. To find out more: www.wfto.com.
Original tea
White, green, black and dark teas from China, India, Japan and elsewhere are all varieties from the same plant: the tea plant. Once plucked, the leaf is processed in different ways, undergoing numerous transformations. Depending on the terroir, the fineness of the leaf and the way it is processed, the result is an unlimited palette of tastes and vintages.
Tea and food pairings
This mild yet intense green tea can be paired with shellfish, fried vegetables or a yellow fruit dessert to enhance its sweet flavors.
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What is green tea?
Green tea is neither oxidized nor fermented. It is the most widely consumed type of tea in Asia, and can be cooked in a variety of ways: Chinese and Japanese
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Fair trade at Les Jardins de Gaïa: concrete commitments
Promoting fair trade with small-scale producers has been part of our DNA from the outset, and is reflected in our projects and initiatives.
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