About Chun Mee Green Tea
Like all green teas, Chun Mee is made from the leaves of the camellia sinensis plant, and is pan-fired soon after harvesting in order to halt oxidation and preserve its bright green color. In Chinese, Chun Mee means "precious eyebrow," poetically referring to the distinctive long, curved leaves of this delicate tea.
Chun Mee is a popular tea among green tea lovers and newcomers alike, with a mellow flavor and a small amount of caffeine. In general, Chinese green teas are lighter than their Japanese counterparts, which are known for their rich, grassy flavor. Our Chun Mee brews up into a pale yellow liquor, and has a subtly sweet flavor, with a fuller body than white teas but lighter body than most other green teas.
Chun Mee benefits
Like other green teas, Chun Mee contains many beneficial properties. Some of the benefits of green teas include:
- High in EGCG
- Boosts energy
- Reduces stress
- Improves cognitive function
- High in antioxidants
- Good for heart health
- Boosts your immune system
- Contains anti-inflammatory properties
- Good for digestion
Chun Mee caffeine content
Like other types of green tea, Chun Mee tends to be low in caffeine. It contains less than half the amount of a cup of black tea, and less than a quarter of that of a cup of coffee.
How to brew Chun Mee
Use 1 level teaspoon per 12 oz. water. Heat water until briskly steaming (not boiling). Steep for 1 to 2 minutes. For best taste, do not over steep.
We recommend preparing Chun Mee using a teapot, tea infuser, or tea filter. These brewing methods give the tea leaves enough room to expand as the tea steeps, resulting in a richer, more flavorful cup.
