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Jirisan Yasaeng-cha (Wild Tea)

Descended from seeds planted by royal decree in 828 AD, these wild-growing bushes on Jirisan's misty slopes represent Korea's oldest living tea lineage. Each cup carries a distinctive zingy, fruity sweetness that no cultivated plantation can replicate.

Tasting Notes

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Origin

Hwagae Valley, Hadong, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea

Plant

Wild native (descendants of original 828 AD Chinese seed stock)

Land

200-800m

Craft

Spring (varies by grade) harvest. Hand-picked from wild bushes among bamboo, traditional pan-firing on hot stone pan, hand-rolled.

Brewing

Teapot
95°Ctemp
5gper 400ml
3–5 minsteep
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