Biluochun Green Tea
Price range: £7.00 through £11.00
Origin: Taiwan
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Biluochun Loose Leaf Green Tea - Product Information
- 🍃 Tea Type: Green Tea (Unoxidised)
- 🗺 Origin: Sanxia, Northern Taiwan
- 🌿 Flavour: Fresh, smooth and delicate with gentle vegetal sweetness, light floral notes and a clean refreshing finish
- 🔄 Re-steeps: Yes – the leaves can be brewed multiple times, revealing a light and evolving flavour with each infusion
- 📦 Packaging: Loose Leaf Tea
Taiwanese Biluochun Green Tea – Sanxia Loose Leaf Green Tea
Biluochun is a rare green tea from Taiwan, grown in the hills of Sanxia in northern Taiwan. While Taiwan is best known for its famous oolong teas, only a small amount of green tea is produced on the island, making this style particularly special. Sanxia Biluochun is often considered one of the few distinctive Taiwanese green teas and offers a unique taste compared with more common varieties.
Made from tender spring tea leaves, Biluochun produces a light, fresh infusion with a smooth body and gentle vegetal sweetness. The flavour is delicate yet refreshing, often showing notes of green beans, soft florals and a clean finish that makes it an easy tea to enjoy throughout the day.
The name Biluochun translates to “Green Snail Spring”, referring to the early spring harvest and the curled shape traditionally associated with the tea. Today the Taiwanese version has developed its own character and reflects the craftsmanship of northern Taiwan’s tea-growing region.
If you’re exploring authentic teas from Taiwan, this Biluochun is a great introduction to Taiwanese green tea culture. You can discover more about Taiwanese tea and how it differs from other styles, or learn about the different types of tea and the processes that shape their flavour and character.
Taste & Aroma of Biluochun Tea
- 🌿 Light and refreshing oolong tea with a smooth, delicate character
- 🍃 Soft floral aroma with gentle sweetness and a clean mountain finish
- 🔥 Easy-drinking high mountain tea that can be enjoyed throughout the day
Brewing Instructions
If you are new to loose leaf tea, you do not need any specialist equipment. View our beginner’s guide here:
Loose Leaf Tea Guide
UK Brewing
- 🌱 1 tsp (3–4g) loose leaf per 250ml cup
- 🔥 Water temperature: 75–80°C
- 🍵 Steep for 2–3 minutes (adjust to taste)
Gong Fu Brewing
- 🫖 4–5g tea in a 100–150ml gaiwan or small teapot
- 🔥 Water temperature: 75–80°C
- 🍵 First steep 15–20 seconds, adding 5–10 seconds for each infusion
💡 Tip: Use slightly cooler water when brewing green tea to preserve its delicate flavour. This allows the fresh vegetal notes and gentle sweetness of Biluochun to develop without bitterness.
How We Source Our Tea
We travel to Taiwan to visit tea farms, taste seasonal harvests and select small batches of authentic loose leaf tea directly from the regions where they are produced.
Loose Leaf Tea Guide
New to loose leaf tea? Learn how to brew tea at home, explore different types and discover simple ways to enjoy a more satisfying cup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biluochun green tea?
Biluochun is a delicate green tea traditionally known for its fresh flavour and tender spring leaves. The Taiwanese version is grown in the Sanxia region of northern Taiwan and offers a smooth, refreshing character with gentle vegetal sweetness and subtle floral notes.
Why is Taiwanese Biluochun considered rare?
Taiwan is famous for producing oolong teas, and only a small amount of green tea is made on the island. Taiwanese Biluochun from Sanxia is therefore relatively uncommon and represents a unique style of green tea within Taiwan’s tea culture.
What does Biluochun green tea taste like?
Biluochun produces a light and refreshing cup with fresh vegetal notes, gentle sweetness and a smooth finish. Some drinkers also notice subtle floral aromas and a soft, clean aftertaste.
How should Biluochun green tea be brewed?
For the best flavour, brew Biluochun using water around 75–80°C. Use approximately 3–4 grams of loose leaf tea per cup and steep for 2–3 minutes. The leaves can also be brewed multiple times using shorter infusions.
Can Biluochun tea be re-steeped?
Yes. High-quality loose leaf Biluochun can be steeped several times. Each infusion gradually reveals different layers of flavour while maintaining a smooth and refreshing character.
Is Biluochun green tea high in caffeine?
Like most green teas, Biluochun contains a moderate amount of caffeine. It generally provides a gentle and steady lift in energy, making it suitable for morning or daytime drinking.
What makes Biluochun different from other green teas?
Biluochun is traditionally made from very young tea buds and leaves harvested in early spring. This careful picking and processing gives the tea its delicate flavour, smooth body and fresh aroma.
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