Qing Qian Liu Tea (Cyclocarya paliurus) — Zhangjiajie Wild Leaf Bud Herbal Tea, 500g

Qing Qian Liu Tea (Cyclocarya paliurus), known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Qīng Qián Liǔ (青钱柳) and affectionately called 'Sweet Tea Tree' (甜茶树), is the tender leaf and bud of a revered food-herb tree native to the mountainous regions of China. For generations, its leaves have been prized as a gentle, sweet-tasting herbal tea traditionally used to support clear thinking, balance internal heat, and harmonize the body's fluids. Its nature is sweet, neutral, and mildly cooling, making it a soothing daily tea for those seeking a naturally sweet, caffeine-free infusion.

Key Selling Points

• Tender leaf and bud tips from Zhangjiajie specialty grade
• Naturally sweet — sugars come only from the leaf itself, no additives
• Traditional food-herb tea (药食同源) with centuries of folk use
• Cold-brew friendly for a smooth, refreshing summer infusion
• 500g loose leaf — generous supply for daily brewing

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is harvested from tender leaf buds and carefully dried to preserve its deep green color, delicate curled shape, and fresh grassy aroma. When brewed, the leaves unfurl slowly and release a clear, pale golden-green liquor with a naturally sweet, mellow taste and a clean, lingering finish. Cold-brewed, it yields an especially smooth and refreshing cup with a subtle honeyed note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Daily caffeine-free herbal tea
• Cold-brewed refreshing summer drink
• Afternoon tea at home or office
• Blended with chrysanthemum or goji berry
• Gift for tea-loving friends and family

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Qing Qian Liu leaves are steeped as a daily tea to support clear-headedness and gentle internal balance, especially during warm seasons. The tender buds are sometimes simmered into light soups or combined with other food herbs such as chrysanthemum, cassia seed, and goji berry in traditional wellness blends. Because the leaf carries its own natural sweetness, it is often brewed alone — no honey or sugar needed — making it a favorite among those who prefer a clean, unsweetened cup.

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