{"product_id":"reeds-song","title":"Reed's Song","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"c6\" id=\"h.et1p0px3xsev\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c4\"\u003eReed's Song\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c7\"\u003eReed's Song, also known as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c7\"\u003eAnji Bai Cha, is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c7\"\u003ea high-quality green tea harvested from the original cloned varietal cultivars in Anji County, Zhejiang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e. Despite its name, which translates to \"Anji White Tea,\" it is processed as a green tea; it is called \"white\" because the unpicked young leaves have naturally low chlorophyll levels, giving them a pale, whitish appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c9\"\u003eKey Characteristics (2025 Harvest)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"c10 lst-kix_swvlo6vb9ssf-0 start\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Cultivar:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e Grown in Anji County, Zhejiang Province, using the \"Bai Ye Yi Hao\" (White Leaf #1) cultivar.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e This tea is described as very sweet, thick, and viscous with a complex aroma. Notable flavor notes include:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"c10 lst-kix_swvlo6vb9ssf-1 start\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c11 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003eCreamy roasted chestnut and light umami.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c11 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003eSubtle vegetal notes and a lingering sweet lemon finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"c10 lst-kix_swvlo6vb9ssf-0\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eAmino Acid Content:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e It is exceptionally high in L-theanine (amino acids), containing roughly 3–4 times more than standard green teas, which contributes to its \"brothy\" umami taste and soothing effect.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e The dry leaves are long, wiry, and bright green, resembling needles. When infused, the liquor is a clear, pale yellow or light green.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c9\"\u003eBrewing Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003eTo maximize the sweetness and minimize bitterness, Yunnan Sourcing suggests the following:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"c10 lst-kix_1h2ac3iey0sm-0 start\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e 75°C to 80°C (167°F to 176°F).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e High-quality spring water is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eSteeping Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e Use short steeping times (Gongfu style) for the best results; the leaves are durable and can withstand multiple infusions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c22\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sincerely Tea House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46155404574919,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/1288\/8007\/files\/93.jpg?v=1771364425","url":"https:\/\/sincerelyteahouse.com\/products\/reeds-song","provider":"Sincerely Tea House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}