{"title":"White Tea","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"gti-shoumei-blend","title":"GTI Shoumei Blend","description":"\u003cp\u003eShoumei ( \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e壽眉 or \"Saumei\" in Cantonese) is a beloved white tea found in many Chinatown restaurants. its name comes from the combination of the words \u003cem\u003eshou \u003c\/em\u003emeaning longevity, and mei meaning eyebrow, which refers to the tea leaves' silvery colors and tender fuzz that resembles the brows of an elder.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe crafted this blend with teas from our family reserves to enhance the Shoumei's natural flavor. Featuring a faint jasmine scent on entry, a light smoky taste, and a long-lasting sweet aftertaste, our Shoumei delivers delicate flavors that will leave a deep impression. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreat served hot or cold, the Shoumei blend will freshen spirits like a cool breeze from the East River on a humid summer day. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePackage comes with hot and cold brewing \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003einstructions!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Due to our small batch sourcing model, product packaging may vary from time to time. Although product received may differ, our family continues to vet every item purchased to ensure quality and consistency. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grand Tea \u0026 Imports","offers":[{"title":"Deluxe Sample (1 ounce)","offer_id":37338098925731,"sku":"","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 pound","offer_id":37338098958499,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 pound","offer_id":37338098991267,"sku":"","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\/4 pound","offer_id":37338099024035,"sku":"","price":73.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 pound","offer_id":37338099056803,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/2751\/9395\/products\/GrandTea.jpg?v=1603222242"},{"product_id":"taishan-wild-grown-cloud-amp-mist-white-tea-台山野生雲霧茶","title":"Taishan Wild Grown Cloud \u0026 Mist White Tea | 台山野生雲霧茶","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrown in the remote mountains of Guangdong, the rich flavor of the Cloud \u0026amp; Mist White Tea is a nostalgia-inducing brew for many Taishanese people in diaspora. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe white tea flourishes mainly in the Southeast face of the Beifeng mountain, where abundant sun and moonshine, cool climate, and salty breeze from the nearby sea provide perfect conditions for the plant’s growth. The tea is so reliant on these geographic factors that it cannot be found in any other area of the same mountain. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHand picked, sun-dried, and packaged, the Cloud \u0026amp; Mist tea is an organic tea that is produced in extremely small batches with no additional manipulation needed to bring out its flavors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile the tea’s uniquely sweet flavor makes it a beloved brew for many, it is also consumed by locals for its herbal benefits. Elders from the area would often say that, “drinking the tea is enough to eliminate the need for any other herbal brews.” This is because the Cloud \u0026amp; Mist Tea features Traditional Chinese Medicine properties that cools and detoxifies the body, reduces damp heat, and reinvigorates the spirit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Cloud \u0026amp; Mist White Tea is an irreplaceable flavor that Taishanese people continue to crave despite years spent away from their ancestral home. And during rare visits back, many Chinatown residents would stock up on the tea to last until their next possible trip. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn its dried form, the tea features full-bodied sweetness and herbal notes with nuances of anise. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWith a fragrant flavor that is robust and floral like black tea, the tea is sweet and surprisingly thick for a young white tea. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe flavor coats the tongue with a slightly earthy taste of bamboo leaves (like the ones used in preparing zongzi’s—a rice dumpling enjoyed by Taishan people). On swallowing, the tea leaves a sweetness that lingers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrewing Guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGongfu brewing method-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMeasure 1 heaping tablespoon of tea to a medium-sized clay teapot and add 100℃ water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePour in enough water to submerge tea leaves and immediately pour out this first brew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRefill teapot to the top and steep for 20-30 seconds or until desired concentration before serving the tea. This tea needs to steam for a bit to bring out its flavor. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRebrew as needed. Can be enjoyed at hot, room temperature, or cold. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Due to our small batch sourcing model, product packaging may vary from time to time. Although product received may differ, our family continues to vet every item purchased to ensure quality and consistency. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grand Tea \u0026 Imports","offers":[{"title":"Deluxe Sample (1\/3 ounce)","offer_id":37591318495395,"sku":"","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 ounce","offer_id":37591318528163,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 ounce","offer_id":37591318560931,"sku":"","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 pound","offer_id":37591318593699,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 pound","offer_id":37591318626467,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/2751\/9395\/products\/P1133574.jpg?v=1611685953"},{"product_id":"white-peony-白牡丹茶","title":"White Peony (Bai Mudan) | 白牡丹茶","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMost recognizable by their plump saplings that are covered in silvery fur, o\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eur White Peony (白牡丹, Bai Mudan), is a delicate white tea that hails from the Fujian Province. It is known for its unique bright orange hue, its strong chestnut-like aroma of young saplings, and its fresh, clean and \u003c\/span\u003esubtly sweet taste. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrewing Guide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasure 1 tablespoon of tea to a medium-sized gaiwan or clay pot. Bring the water to a boil and allow it cool for 15 minutes (87-93℃). Pour enough water to submerge tea leaves and immediately pour out this first brew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRefill gaiwan or clay pot to the top and steep for 10-15 seconds or until desired concentration before serving the tea. Rebrew as needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Due to our small batch sourcing model, product packaging may vary from time to time. Although product received may differ, our family continues to vet every item purchased to ensure quality and consistency. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grand Tea \u0026 Imports","offers":[{"title":"Deluxe Sample (1 ounce)","offer_id":40035379052707,"sku":"","price":8.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 pound","offer_id":40035379085475,"sku":"","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2 pound","offer_id":40035379118243,"sku":"","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\/4 pound","offer_id":40035379151011,"sku":"","price":83.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 pound","offer_id":40035379183779,"sku":"","price":106.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/2751\/9395\/files\/WhitePeony_Website.jpg?v=1695529661"},{"product_id":"taishan-tea-set-家鄉-台山茶套","title":"\"Hometown\" Taishan Tea Trio: GTI X Think!Chinatown Storytelling Collaboration | “家鄉”台山茶組合","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTravel to the Grand Tea \u0026amp; Imports family's hometown of Taishan--a place where many Chinese immigrants abroad can still trace their roots. Unknown to many tea enthusiasts, Taishan is also home to a rich tea culture where generations-old cultivation techniques are still honored. We selected some of the most beloved teas that Taishan people in China and abroad continue to enjoy: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTaishan Sijiu (Four Nine) County Black Tea (台山四九紅茶)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGrown in the hillsides of Sijiu, the Taishan Sijiu black tea remains under the radar in the tea world but leaves a distinct impression. Its rich fragrance is sweet and floral like the smoothest milk tea that can be found in Hong Kong, while the tea’s lingering fragrance is reminiscent of premium Yunnan Black Tea. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTaishan Wild Grown Cloud \u0026amp; Mist White Tea (台山野生雲霧茶)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand picked, sun-dried, and packaged, the Cloud \u0026amp; Mist tea is an organic tea that is produced in extremely small batches with no additional manipulation needed to bring out its flavors. While the tea’s uniquely sweet flavor makes it a beloved brew for many, it is also consumed by locals for its herbal benefits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaishan Wild Grown White Cloud Tea (台山野生白雲茶)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaishan Wild Grown White Cloud tea is arguably the most treasured tea in our family's tea shop. This very special tea grows at high elevations where it thrives under a constant shroud of fog and cloud. With each tree growing far away from the next, only the most experienced tea pickers know where to find the plant and very few dare to venture off-road. For this reason, very small batches of the tea are produced each year and White Cloud tea remains relatively unknown in the tea world with production and consumption of the rare tea mostly limited to the Taishanese people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \"Hometown\" Taishan Tea Trio will be sampled in the upcoming live event: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thinkchinatown.org\/happenings\/2021\/9\/16\/beyond-the-cup-discussion-series-taishan-teas\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.thinkchinatown.org\/happenings\/2021\/9\/16\/beyond-the-cup-discussion-series-taishan-teas\"\u003eBeyond The Cup Discussion Series: Taishan Teas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e in collaboration with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anna-ye.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.anna-ye.com\/\"\u003eAnna Ye\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thinkchinatown.org\/\"\u003eThink!Chinatown\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cem\u003eProceeds from ticket sales of this event will be shared with Think!Chinatown, an intergenerational local non-profit supporting Manhattan’s Chinatown through art, storytelling \u0026amp; neighborhood engagement.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grand Tea \u0026 Imports","offers":[{"title":"Sampler Set 體驗組合","offer_id":41418879271075,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gift Set 豪華禮套","offer_id":41418879303843,"sku":"","price":56.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/2751\/9395\/products\/image_caad11fd-b937-421c-905c-e9085ef656b2.jpg?v=1633748815"},{"product_id":"vintage-lincang-raw-pu-erh-tea-臨滄普洱生茶","title":"Vintage Lincang Raw Pu-erh Tea | 臨滄普洱生茶","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrown in the Lincang area of Yunnan province bordering Myanmar, this vintage pu-erh tea was cultivated to be showcased in diplomatic meetings and trips between cultural ambassadors and thought leaders in China. This tea was procured by Grand Tea \u0026amp; Imports in 2006, when Teafucius (our father) hosted a Chinese tea conference in Chinatown. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe professor of tea history and cultivation at Yunnan University and a recognized authority on Pu-erh tea and Silk Road history passed the collection of tea when the tea conference commenced. We are so excited to share this rare vintage dating nearly 30 years with you. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grand Tea \u0026 Imports","offers":[{"title":"Deluxe Sample (1\/2 ounce)","offer_id":42297377718435,"sku":"","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 ounce","offer_id":42297377751203,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 ounce","offer_id":42297377783971,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 ounce","offer_id":42297377816739,"sku":"","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 pound","offer_id":42297377849507,"sku":"","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/2751\/9395\/products\/3R2A5120.jpg?v=1646718056"},{"product_id":"grand-tea-imports-e-gift-card","title":"Grand Tea \u0026 Imports E-Gift Card | 佛運玄好茶水電子禮品券","description":"\u003cp\u003eShare the joys of celebrating heritage traditions with the Grand Tea \u0026amp; Imports e-gift card. Perfect for every occasion, the Grand Tea \u0026amp; Imports e-gift card can be sent to friends and loved ones who are curious about exploring authentic Chinese teas and traditional heritage items from our legacy Chinatown shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter purchase, the e-gift card will be automatically sent to the email address provided. To send the e-gift card to someone else, simply enter their email address when checking out OR forward the e-gift card email to them. Gifted value will be available for immediate use at grandteaimports.mom. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: GIFT CARDS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE FOR ONLINE REDEMPTION. Not redeemable at our storefront nor at any pop-up locations or events. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGift card values do not expire, but we reserve the right to change or discontinue the program at our sole discretion.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grand Tea \u0026 Imports","offers":[{"title":"$20.00","offer_id":42662818611363,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$50.00","offer_id":42662904955043,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$88.00","offer_id":42662818676899,"sku":"","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$108.00","offer_id":42662818709667,"sku":"","price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$138.00","offer_id":42662818742435,"sku":"","price":138.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$168.00","offer_id":42662904135843,"sku":"","price":168.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$198.00","offer_id":42662904168611,"sku":"","price":198.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/2751\/9395\/products\/GrandTeaImports-EYC-29_2a5f1bed-a038-4267-b76d-fbb5e5c7426d.jpg?v=1656976682"}],"url":"https:\/\/grandteaimports.mom\/collections\/white-tea.oembed","provider":"Grand Tea \u0026 Imports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}