Sunflower Seed Green Tea (Liu An Gua Pian)

Liu An Gua Pian (Sunflower Seed Green Tea) is a traditional handmade green tea known for its hearty, earthy character and toasted sesame aroma. Originally called "Gua Zi Pian" because of the hollow shell shape of its rolled leaves, this tea is dried over open flame to intensify its distinctive flavor.

Origin

🌱 Anhui Province, China
Harvest Time: End of April
Harvester: Lin Zhi Chun

Tasting Notes

• Hearty, earthy character with toasted sesame aroma
• Rich mouthfeel from open-flame drying
• Deepening flavor over multiple infusions

Benefits

• Antioxidant
• Cholesterol
• Digestion
• Weight loss
• Clearing bad breath
• Cancer prevention

Ingredients

Camellia sinensis leaves

Brewing Instructions

• Use 1 tsp per 7–9 oz of water
• Water temperature: 185°F
• Steep 1–3 minutes
• Leaves are suitable for multiple infusions