Song Yang | green tea

The mist-shrouded valleys of Songyang are nestled within the picturesque landscape of Lishui, Zhejiang. This is the birthplace of Songyang Xiang Cha. Crafted with the Yin Shuang cultivar, this tea tells a story of everyday simplicity elevated by the artistry of traditional Chinese tea-making. The tea is harvested each spring, a moment when the lush tea fields awaken with new growth, bathed in gentle rain and filtered sunlight. It is a humble tea, often enjoyed daily by locals, yet it holds a depth of character that rewards those who take the time to savor its subtle complexities.

Songyang Xiang Cha is not a tea that shouts; it whispers. When brewed with care, it reveals a soft, velvety liquor that glides effortlessly across the palate. It carries the rustic charm of the Songyang countryside—a tea that feels like a well-worn path through fields of wild greens, with the sun warming your back and the earthy, aromatic notes of springtime in the air.

Stir-fried vegetables with sesame oil
Pairing the tea with stir-fried greens like bok choy, spinach, or chard, finished with a drizzle of sesame oil, enhances its savory, vegetal notes and complements the tea’s gentle bitterness.

Walnut and herb salad
A fresh salad of mixed greens, herbs, and walnuts dressed with a light vinaigrette pairs beautifully, echoing the tea’s vegetal and nutty elements while adding a refreshing contrast.

Miso soup or broth-based soups
The tea’s savory character complements the umami and subtle saltiness of miso soup or other light, broth-based soups, enhancing the experience with layered, comforting flavors.

Nori (seaweed) snacks
The umami-rich, slightly salty flavor of nori snacks complements the tea’s savory greens and adds a layer of briny depth, making for an enjoyable, balanced pairing.

Temperature

Tea weight

Water amount

Steeping time

80 °C

6 gram

500ml

4 min (you can resteep 2 times)