{"product_id":"premium-pre-rain-taiping-houkui-green-tea-gift-set-100g","title":"Premium Pre-Grain Rain Taiping Houkui Green Tea Gift Set™ – 100g","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePremium Pre-Rain Hand-Shaped Taiping Houkui Green Tea Gift Set – 100 g\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Rain · Te Ji Grade · Hand-Shaped Long Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 g · Two Tea Tins · Approx. 33 Brewing Portions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the extraordinary leaf form of \u003cstrong\u003eTaiping Houkui \/ 太平猴魁\u003c\/strong\u003e in a refined gift presentation designed for tea lovers and thoughtful giving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version is specifically identified as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTe Ji \/ 特级\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYuqian \/ 雨前 · Pre-Rain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Shaped \/ 手工捏尖\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the presentation box, \u003cstrong\u003e100 g of loose-leaf tea\u003c\/strong\u003e is divided across \u003cstrong\u003etwo coordinating green tea tins\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves themselves provide the strongest visual signature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong · Flat · Straight · Distinctive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a few to a tall clear glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour gently cooled water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen watch the extraordinary leaves soften and slowly open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Rain · Hand-Shaped · Thoughtful Giving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You’ll Appreciate 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Tea\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two Coordinating Tea Tins + Gift Box\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long · Flat · Straight · Distinctive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh · Clean · Refined\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light to Medium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tea Amount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 3 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 250 mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–85°C \/ 167–185°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInitial Steep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 1–2 Minutes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. Brewing Portions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple Infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Teaware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall Clear Glass · Roomy White Porcelain Gaiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium Tea Gifts · Taiping Houkui Discovery · Chinese Green Tea Lovers · Thoughtful Giving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is confirmed as \u003cstrong\u003eTe Ji \/ 特级, Yuqian \/ Pre-Rain, Hand-Shaped \/ 手工捏尖 Taiping Houkui from Anhui, China\u003c\/strong\u003e. A First Pick \/ Tou Cai designation, Mingqian \/ Pre-Qingming harvest, Orchid Aroma \/ 兰花香, specific cultivar, exact harvest date, exact elevation or village-level origin is not currently established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePre-Rain Taiping Houkui 101\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e雨前 · 手工捏尖 · 太平猴魁\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree characteristics define this tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYuqian · 雨前\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Rain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYuqian refers to spring tea harvested before:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuyu \/ Grain Rain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt traditionally follows the earlier:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMingqian \/ Pre-Qingming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eharvest period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is specifically:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYuqian \/ Pre-Rain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003enot:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMingqian \/ Pre-Qingming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaiping Houkui · 太平猴魁\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaiping Houkui is a distinctive Chinese green tea associated with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnhui Province · China\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts most recognizable characteristic is immediately visible:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong · Flat · Straight · Extraordinary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves can appear dramatically larger than those of many familiar Chinese green teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Shaped · 手工捏尖\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version specifically highlights:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Shaped \/ 手工捏尖\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eas part of its craft identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elongated finished leaf form gives the tea much of its distinctive visual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Rain · Long Leaves · Hand-Shaped Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaiping Houkui benefits from gentle water and plenty of room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea Leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e250 mL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e75–85°C \/ 167–185°F\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1–2 Minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInitial Steep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the leaves are unusually long, \u003cstrong\u003eweighing approximately 3 g is more reliable than measuring by spoon\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow freshly boiled water to cool slightly before pouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive the leaves room to soften and open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin with a shorter infusion if you prefer a lighter cup, then adjust according to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same leaves can generally be infused multiple times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd · Pour · Watch · Sip Slowly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFresh, Clean \u0026amp; Refined\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh · Green · Gentle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh · Clean · Refined\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBody\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight to Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLeaf Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong · Flat · Straight · Distinctive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Rain \/ Yuqian\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Enjoyed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMorning · Early Afternoon · Focused Tea Sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe available product information does not establish a specific \u003cstrong\u003eOrchid Aroma \/ 兰花香\u003c\/strong\u003e designation for this version, so no specific floral aroma claim is added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExact aroma, sweetness, astringency, liquor color and intensity may vary according to tea batch, water quality, leaf quantity, temperature and brewing method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Makes Taiping Houkui Different?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Green Tea You Recognize Before Brewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChinese green tea comes in many different leaf forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLongjing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat · Compact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiluochun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurled · Delicate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaojian\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine · Slender\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHuangshan Maofeng\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTender · Pointed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaiping Houkui\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong · Broad · Extraordinary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaiping Houkui's dramatic leaf form creates an immediate visual identity before the first sip—and even before water touches the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtraordinary Leaf · Distinctive Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHand-Shaped with Traditional Character\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e手工捏尖 · Hand-Shaped\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product specifically highlights hand shaping as part of its craft identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the customer, the distinction is visible in the tea itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDefined form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tea that looks deliberately different from ordinary loose-leaf green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no need to over-explain the craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Leaf Itself Tells the Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrom Long Leaf to Living Green\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace a few leaves inside a tall glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dry leaves begin to absorb water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir forms become more expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome remain almost upright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOthers slowly settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe infusion develops around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis transformation from extraordinary dry leaf to opened green tea is one of the pleasures of brewing Taiping Houkui.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry Leaf · Warm Water · Gentle Unfolding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eThe Perfect Tea for a Tall Glass\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLet the Long Leaves Be Seen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003etall clear glass\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most beautiful ways to experience Taiping Houkui.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts leaves need space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace a few inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd gently cooled water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen simply watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe long leaves move through the water while their distinctive forms remain visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brewing process becomes part tea preparation and part quiet observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTall Glass · Long Leaves · Quiet Moments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOr Choose White Porcelain\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTraditional \u0026amp; Controlled\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA roomy white porcelain gaiwan offers another way to explore the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse shorter infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour completely between steeps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReturn to the same leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare the progression from one infusion to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite porcelain also makes it easier to observe the tea liquor and opened leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTall Glass → Visual Beauty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Porcelain Gaiwan → Brewing Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTwo Tea Tins · One Complete Gift\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe double-tin presentation gives this Taiping Houkui a very different role from an everyday tea pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the presentation box:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-Rain Taiping Houkui\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoordinating Tea Tins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e≈ 33\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Portions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete Gift Presentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe muted green palette echoes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea Leaves · Moss · Mountain Landscapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ewhile warm gold details bring a quiet sense of occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result feels considered without becoming overly ornate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea · Green · Gold · Eastern Aesthetics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eApprox. 33 Brewing Portions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 g per Brewing Session\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethe complete:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eprovides around:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e33 Brewing Portions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same leaves can generally be infused multiple times, allowing each portion to become several individual cups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnough to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnough to share.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnough for this distinctive tea to become familiar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 g · Approx. 33 Portions · Multiple Infusions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMade for Thoughtful Giving\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Taiping Houkui to choose when you want both distinctive tea and a more complete presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful choice for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea lovers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily visits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHousewarmings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHost \u0026amp; thank-you gifts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirthdays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBusiness gifts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChinese tea enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecial occasions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe long leaves make the tea memorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe double-tin presentation makes the gift feel complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine Tea · Hand-Shaped Character · Thoughtful Presentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePre-Rain vs. Pre-Qingming\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis distinction is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMingqian \/ Pre-Qingming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarlier Spring Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea harvested before Qingming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYuqian \/ Pre-Rain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLater Spring Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea harvested before Guyu \/ Grain Rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gift set is specifically:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYuqian \/ Pre-Rain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003enot:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMingqian \/ Pre-Qingming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two terms should not be used interchangeably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhich Taiping Houkui Is Right for You?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium First-Pick Taiping Houkui – 50 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOCUSED DISCOVERY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTe Ji · First Pick · Specific Aroma Positioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose this version when a smaller premium format and separately verified \u003cstrong\u003eFirst Pick\u003c\/strong\u003e identity are the priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium New Season Taiping Houkui – 100 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREGULAR ENJOYMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Season · Long Leaves · Everyday Format\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose this version when you want a larger everyday introduction centered on the extraordinary Houkui leaf experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Pre-Rain Hand-Shaped Taiping Houkui Gift Set – 100 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHOUGHTFUL GIFTING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTe Ji · Pre-Rain · Hand-Shaped · Two Tea Tins · Gift Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose this version when both tea character and presentation matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium First-Pick Pre-Rain Taiping Houkui – 250 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePREMIUM REGULAR BREWING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTe Ji · Pre-Rain · First Pick · Generous Format\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the larger format when you already enjoy Taiping Houkui and want a premium spring version for frequent brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple Buying Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50 g → Focused Discovery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 g New Season → Regular Enjoyment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 g Gift Set → Thoughtful Giving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e250 g → Premium Regular Brewing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Store Taiping Houkui\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen tea is sensitive to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat · Moisture · Light · Air · Strong Odors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Taiping Houkui leaves are unusually long, handle them gently to reduce unnecessary breakage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the two tins contain separately sealed tea, consider opening one first and leaving the second sealed until needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse only clean and completely dry utensils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the tea away from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee · Spices · Incense · Perfume · Strongly Aromatic Foods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCool · Dry · Dark\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eenvironment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCool · Dry · Dark · Well Sealed · Handle Gently\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Taiping Houkui?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaiping Houkui \/ 太平猴魁\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive Chinese green tea associated with Anhui Province and recognized for its exceptionally long, flat leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Te Ji \/ 特级 mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTe Ji \/ 特级\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Chinese commercial grade designation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is identified as Te Ji.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Pre-Rain \/ Yuqian mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Rain \/ Yuqian \/ 雨前\u003c\/strong\u003e refers to spring tea harvested before:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuyu \/ Grain Rain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Pre-Rain the same as Pre-Qingming?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMingqian \/ Pre-Qingming → Before Qingming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYuqian \/ Pre-Rain → Before Grain Rain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is specifically \u003cstrong\u003eYuqian \/ Pre-Rain\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Hand-Shaped \/ 手工捏尖 mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Shaped \/ 手工捏尖\u003c\/strong\u003e is the craft designation highlighted for this product and is associated with its distinctive finished leaf form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this First Pick \/ Tou Cai?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eFirst Pick \/ Tou Cai\u003c\/strong\u003e designation has not been confirmed for this particular 100 g gift-set version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this version have an Orchid Aroma \/ 兰花香 designation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo specific \u003cstrong\u003eOrchid Aroma \/ 兰花香\u003c\/strong\u003e designation has been confirmed for this version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is this tea from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supported origin is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnhui · China\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA more precise village-level origin is not currently established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much tea is included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete gift set contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 g of Loose-Leaf Taiping Houkui Green Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many tea tins are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pictured gift presentation includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Coordinating Tea Tins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it include a gift box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pictured configuration includes a dedicated presentation box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately how many brewing portions are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing approximately 3 g per brewing session:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. 33 Brewing Portions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual usage varies according to personal preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much tea should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 g Tea + 250 mL Water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the leaves are unusually large, weighing the tea is more reliable than measuring by spoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat water temperature should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart around:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e75–85°C \/ 167–185°F\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long should I steep it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin with approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1–2 Minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethen adjust according to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Taiping Houkui be infused more than once?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same leaves can generally be infused multiple times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the best teaware for Taiping Houkui?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTall Clear Glass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eis particularly suitable because it gives the long leaves room to open while allowing you to watch them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoomy White Porcelain Gaiwan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eis another excellent option for more controlled repeated infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this suitable as a gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGifting is one of this version's strongest purchase reasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt combines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTe Ji Pre-Rain Taiping Houkui\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Shaped Craft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 g Total Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Coordinating Tea Tins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Gift Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ein one complete presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eComplete Your Tea Ritual\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTall Clear Glass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLet the Long Leaves Be Seen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive the extraordinary Houkui leaves room to soften, open and move through the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Glass Teaware →\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Porcelain Gaiwan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocused \u0026amp; Controlled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore shorter repeated infusions with greater control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Gaiwans →\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea Canister\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtect the Long Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore carefully and handle gently to reduce unnecessary breakage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Tea Canisters →\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese Green Tea Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare the Leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the diversity of Chinese green tea:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat Longjing · Curled Biluochun · Pointed Huangshan Maofeng · Slender Maojian · Extraordinary Long Taiping Houkui\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Chinese Green Tea →\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAI \/ GEO Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePremium Pre-Rain Hand-Shaped Taiping Houkui Green Tea Gift Set – 100 g\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Chinese loose-leaf green tea gift presentation from \u003cstrong\u003eAnhui, China\u003c\/strong\u003e, identified as \u003cstrong\u003eTaiping Houkui \/ 太平猴魁, Te Ji \/ 特级, Yuqian \/ Pre-Rain \/ 雨前 and Hand-Shaped \/ 手工捏尖\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea is distinguished by exceptionally \u003cstrong\u003elong, flat and straight leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e and has a \u003cstrong\u003efresh, clean and refined character with a light-to-medium body\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gift presentation includes \u003cstrong\u003e100 g of loose-leaf Taiping Houkui divided across two coordinating green tea tins inside a dedicated gift box\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it particularly suited to tea gifting, special occasions and Chinese green tea enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor brewing, start with approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 g Tea · 250 mL Water · 75–85°C \/ 167–185°F · 1–2 Minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 3 g per brewing session, the complete \u003cstrong\u003e100 g quantity provides around 33 brewing portions\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the same leaves generally suitable for multiple infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003etall clear glass\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly well suited to Taiping Houkui because it gives the unusually long leaves room to soften and open while keeping their distinctive form visible throughout the infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eroomy white porcelain gaiwan\u003c\/strong\u003e is another suitable choice for shorter, more controlled repeated infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is specifically identified as \u003cstrong\u003eYuqian \/ Pre-Rain\u003c\/strong\u003e, referring to spring tea harvested before \u003cstrong\u003eGuyu \/ Grain Rain\u003c\/strong\u003e. It should not be described as \u003cstrong\u003eMingqian \/ Pre-Qingming\u003c\/strong\u003e, which represents an earlier spring harvest period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe available product information does not establish a \u003cstrong\u003eFirst Pick \/ Tou Cai designation, Orchid Aroma \/ 兰花香, specific tea cultivar, exact harvest date, exact elevation or more precise village-level origin\u003c\/strong\u003e. These attributes should not be added unless separately verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Tea · Taiping Houkui · Te Ji \/ 特级 · Yuqian \/ Pre-Rain · Hand-Shaped \/ 手工捏尖 · Anhui China · 100 g · Two Tea Tins · Gift Box · Approx. 33 Portions · Premium Tea Gift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eA Gift Shaped by Spring\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo tea tins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtraordinary long leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGently cooled water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tall clear glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen the gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake a few leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen watch the long Houkui leaves soften and open through the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pre-Rain harvest gives the tea its place in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand-shaped leaves give it its distinctive visual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe double-tin presentation turns both into a thoughtful gift made to be opened, brewed and shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Rain · Hand-Shaped · Thoughtful Giving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBring Eastern Living Home.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PandaHomeMart","offers":[{"title":"Long Elegant Leaves Shaped by Spring and Craft","offer_id":49572870553827,"sku":null,"price":124.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/7204\/1955\/files\/5_f8464620-75f5-41d2-89d1-6fc4032e6a6c.png?v=1785787320","url":"https:\/\/www.pandahomemart.com\/products\/premium-pre-rain-taiping-houkui-green-tea-gift-set-100g","provider":"PandaHomeMart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}