The name Pi Luo Chun (or Bi Luo Chun) translates as “Spring Snail” as the leaf resembles the shell of these tiny creatures.

It was given its name by one of the ancient Emperors of China, who saw its unusual leaf, twisted into a tight coil, and its remarkable mixture of colours – a very dark green, almost black, on the one hand and a pale, delicate tan on the other.

This Formosa Pi Luo Chun is a similar style of tea produced in Taiwan, formerly Formosa. This particular tea is the non-curly variety of Pi Luo Chun, so the leaves are rather large, coarse, and dark tan in colour, similar to All About Tea’s Formosa Pouchong.

The brewed liquor is surprisingly light and delicate, and a rich amber in colour, and has a distinct strawberry sweetness.

To brew, place one tsp per person into a warmed pot or Mug Infuser and add boiled water that has been allowed to cool for a minute. Brew for 3 minutes and serve without milk or sugar.

If you like this spectacular Pi Luo Chun, why not try Formosa Pouchong?

Ingredients: Taiwan Tea.