Yunnan Dian Green Tea, often called "Dian Green." It’s a green tea from Yunnan Province, China, made from the tender buds and leaves of the large-leaf tea tree (Camellia sinensis var. assamica).
- Raw Material: Uses young buds or one bud with two leaves from Yunnan’s large-leaf tea trees, rich in natural compounds.
- Processing: Involves high-heat fixation, rolling, and quick drying to prevent fermentation, preserving the tea’s green color and fresh aroma.
- Appearance & Taste: Vibrant green, thick and sturdy leaves, clear tea liquor, with a fresh, brisk taste and sweet aftertaste. It’s refreshing, thirst-quenching, and ideal for summer.
- Aroma: Features floral, chestnut, or clear fragrance types, with floral being a newer type from the Yun Kang 47 tea variety.
- Material Difference: Uses large-leaf varieties, unlike many famous green teas (e.g., West Lake Dragon Well) that use small or medium-leaf types. Large-leaf teas are richer in compounds but less competitive in appearance for premium green tea markets.
- Taste & Style: Dian Green has a bold, distinct Yunnan flavor, fresher and sweeter than many other green teas.