{"title":"Wild Tea","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"headerA\"\u003eWild Tea Traditionally Consumed by Ethnic Minorities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Wild tea refers to naturally grown tea that thrives in the mountains of Yunnan Province without human cultivation. It is, quite literally, \"wild tea.\"\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"CollectionBody\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In Yunnan, tea classified as \"wild tea\" is usually not \u003ci\u003eCamellia sinensis\u003c\/i\u003e but rather \u003ci\u003eCamellia taliensis\u003c\/i\u003e. In addition to \u003ci\u003eCamellia taliensis\u003c\/i\u003e, we also handle wild tea from \u003ci\u003eCamellia assamica dehongensis\u003c\/i\u003e. These species are distinct from \u003ci\u003eCamellia sinensis\u003c\/i\u003e, yet for the ethnic minorities living in the mountainous regions of Yunnan, they have long been consumed as tea. For hundreds of years, they have ventured into the mountains each spring to harvest wild tea, pan-fry it at home, and enjoy it as part of their daily lives.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Until about 20 years ago, wild tea received little attention. However, it gained rapid recognition in the market about 10 to 15 years ago, and in recent years, soaring demand has made it increasingly difficult to obtain.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"CollectionLinks__more\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"..\/pages\/about-wild-tea\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"d151","title":"Da Xue Shan Wild Tea 2024","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n    Why Wild Tea Is Delicious\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Wild tea refers to tea that grows naturally in the mountains, not cultivated through human agriculture.\u003cbr\u003e\n    We source wild \u003cem\u003eCamellia taliensis\u003c\/em\u003e tea from Da Xue Shan in Lincang.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    When people hear \"wild tea,\" many associate it with harshness, bitterness, or astringency. However, think about it carefully — wild means natural.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Wild mushrooms, wild seafood, and mountain vegetables all share a distinctive and exceptional flavor.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The common traits of wild foods include a long-lasting aftertaste, a clean and refreshing quality, and a strong flavor that is uniquely natural.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Wild tea harvested in early spring is akin to fresh mountain vegetables.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The wild tea we offer is free from bitterness or astringency, delivering a clear and concentrated liquor.\u003cbr\u003e\n    With a high concentration of minerals, it provides a sensation that spreads through the body, almost as if it permeates the cells.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Change in Wild Tea Sourcing Since 2019\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In 2019, before the pandemic, I stayed in the region for two months, visiting many villages in Yongde County.\u003cbr\u003e\n    My goal was to gather information and explore new sources of wild tea and tea gardens at high altitudes.\u003cbr\u003e\n    One day, guided by a relative of my tea producer, I visited a village near Da Xue Shan where residents made their living by harvesting bracken ferns.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Mountain valley with winding dirt roads and distant ridges\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-8061\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_4109.jpg\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    This remote mountain village, reachable only after several hours of driving, depends primarily on bracken fern harvesting for income.\u003cbr\u003e\n    These ferns are predominantly exported to Japan, where they are used in dishes such as mountain vegetable udon and soba.\u003cbr\u003e\n    During my visit, I learned that the villagers, with their extensive knowledge from searching for bracken, also know the locations of naturally growing wild tea.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Through their introductions to other villages and locals, we successfully began sourcing new wild tea from 2020 onward.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Bracken fern shoots spread on a woven bamboo tray\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-large wp-image-8063\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_5146.jpg\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    For the actual procurement, I relied on a family of tea producers I have worked with for many years.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Securing authentic wild tea requires reaching out in advance to express purchase intentions, then visiting the villagers to pay in cash on the spot.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Authentic wild tea is exceedingly rare and in high demand, making it increasingly difficult to obtain.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Despite the use of the term \"genuine,\" the majority of so-called wild tea available in Yunnan is actually cultivated tea from managed gardens.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Based on my observations, approximately 95–98% of the \"wild tea\" in the market falls into this category. Even if the tea plants are of wild species, they are grown through human intervention and cannot be considered true wild tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Introducing Low-Temperature Pan-Frying\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Wild tea is often processed by ethnic minority farmers in mountain regions.\u003cbr\u003e\n    As a result, temperature control during pan-frying is often imprecise, leading to excessive oxidation of the tea's components.\u003cbr\u003e\n    We aimed to improve the pan-frying conditions for wild tea and experimented with various approaches to identify the optimal method.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"A man spreading fresh tea leaves on woven mats outdoors\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-8067\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_0400-1.jpg\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    By pan-frying at lower temperatures, we can suppress the thermal decomposition of the tea's components, ensuring a smoother and more refined result.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Imagine a well-executed stir-fry of vegetables: the pan is heated to the optimal temperature before the vegetables are added, allowing them to cook evenly while preserving their natural aroma and texture.\u003cbr\u003e\n    However, excessive heat applied for too long once the moisture has been driven off can cause scorching, diminishing the ingredients' intrinsic qualities.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The pan-frying process for tea requires the same level of precision and care to achieve the desired result.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    By staying on-site and working directly in the production areas, we were able to refine the pan-frying process.\u003cbr\u003e\n    As a result, the 2024 Da Xue Shan Wild Tea has an exceptionally smooth texture and a more sophisticated aroma.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Dark compressed tea cake with a hollow center on white paper\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-8065\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_5779.jpg\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Recommended for Beginners, Cold Brewing, and Aging\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Wild tea has a distinctive aroma, making it an excellent introduction to raw Pu-erh tea for beginners.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Its fruity, grape-like aroma lingers gently after swallowing, leaving an elegant sweetness in the mouth.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    It can be enjoyed brewed with hot water, but is equally delightful when cold-brewed.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Da Xue Shan Wild Tea also offers a unique experience when aged.\u003cbr\u003e\n    After aging in an oxygen-free environment for over a year, it develops a honey-like sweetness.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Further aging for several years intensifies its rich fruity aroma.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"50g (small bag\/small portion of cake)","offer_id":44932466540720,"sku":"d151ca","price":3200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g(cake)","offer_id":44932466573488,"sku":"d151cc","price":12400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"1,000g value pack (5 pieces of cake)","offer_id":44932466606256,"sku":"d151cv","price":49700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_5301-2_3c6a2faf-452a-440c-a69c-2e0ddb83f6b8.jpg?v=1737905876"},{"product_id":"b29","title":"Wild Black Tea","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Black Tea Made from Wild Tea Growing Deep in the Mountains of Yunnan Province\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Wild Black Tea is a strong black tea made from wild tea growing deep in the mountains of Yunnan Province. Wild tea refers to tea growing naturally in the mountains, untouched by human hands.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    It is characterized by a honey-like sweet aroma, strong body, and profound richness unique to wild tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Rich in minerals, it improves blood circulation, making you feel warm and relaxed almost instantly.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/F951F0DF-1894-430D-AC8F-941ACD71D306.png?v=1614601516\" alt=\"Wild Black Tea\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Black Tea Made from Leaves Harvested from Wild Tea Trees\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/C7161E64-87F2-45EA-B72F-F70234602154.png?v=1614601610\" alt=\"Harvesting Wild Tea\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Wild tea trees refer to natural tea trees growing in remote mountain areas of Yunnan Province, not old trees over hundreds or thousands of years.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  When we first introduced Wild Black Tea around 2013, black tea made from wild tea was very rare and difficult to obtain. However, by the 2020s, black tea made from wild tea became a kind of boom, and everyone started making wild black tea. Unfortunately, many of these teas have not been well-managed, resulting in an over-fermented, stuffy smell, or lacking top notes, leading to unsatisfactory quality.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/5358359D-10CF-42F6-BDDA-D4F56455C6AD.png?v=1614601694\" alt=\"Wild Black Tea Infusion\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Well-made Wild Black Tea should have a very complex aroma and a strong aftertaste with profound richness unique to wild tea. Depending on the water used to brew the tea, the aroma changes significantly. With the right water, it has a honey fragrance similar to Oriental Beauty tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/E87C907B-A16B-4D88-8A90-D3E58D1F3950.png?v=1614601755\" alt=\"Wild Black Tea Leaves\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    What is Wild Tea?\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Our wild tea is harvested from the  mountain in Lincang, Yunnan Province. Wild tea refers to tea growing naturally in the mountains without any human intervention.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Almost every store or site specializing in Chinese pu-erh tea has \"wild tea,\" but I would say that 90% of them are not wild tea but tea harvested from old tea trees cultivated by ethnic minorities near their village or in their tea garden.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    True wild tea should grow in the mountains without any human care.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"A man in an old cultivated tea tree beside tall mossy wild tea trees\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/ly_d27e_02_1719317248.jpg?v=1719317256\" id=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/ly_d27e_02_1719317248.jpg?v=1719317256\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Deliciousness of Wild Vegetables\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In spring, Japanese people often eat wild vegetables, which are very tasty. Cultivated vegetables taste completely different from those grown in the mountains even those they are replanted.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The sweetness is particularly notable. Wild tea is very sweet, like wild vegetables harvested from the mountains, leaving a sweet aftertaste in the throat.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    I have never tasted such a mellow and sweet tea in my life. Wild Black Tea is one of the strongest teas sold by HOJO, making you feel tea intoxication immediately after drinking.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    It warms your body instantly, making you feel relaxed right away.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/5EF94331-3B6B-41C0-8102-A0DA748D3313.png?v=1614601850\" alt=\"Wild Tea Aroma\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Grape-Like Aroma\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    While many wild teas are bitter and cater to enthusiasts, Wild Black Tea is an exception.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Like wild vegetables that vary in bitterness, wild tea flavors vary by tree. The Ai Lao Shan wild tea sold last year was slightly bitter.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In contrast, Wild Black Tea has no bitterness. It has a strong woody aroma, and after drinking, a faint aroma of wild grapes or dried apricots lingers.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Additionally, this tea has a smoky aroma. Interestingly, the smoky aroma present before drinking disappears in the mouth.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    I carefully selected teas from nearly 20 different wild tea regions to find non-bitter teas.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Tea Loved by Children\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    My children also love this tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Good tea is rich in iron, similar in nature to human body fluids and breast milk.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Although the aroma doesn't seem suitable for children, when brewed, they often say, \"It has a strong flavor and is delicious.\"\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    They repeatedly ask for refills, and by the time they finish drinking, their faces are flushed and their bodies are very warm.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Rich in iron, it is said to be good for modern people who are often iron-deficient.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u0026nbsp;\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    How is Wild Tea Different from Regular Tea?\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Wild tea grows amidst fierce competition with other plants. In the dim forest, tea leaves strive to reach sunlight.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    As a result, the tea tree only has leaves at the top where it receives sunlight. Despite the tree's size, the few leaves contain a high concentration of minerals.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Without pruning or fertilizers, the wild tea tree grows very slowly, resulting in small, dense cells that produce rich flavors like freshly harvested wild vegetables.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Rich in iron, it is also beneficial for those who need iron. Wild tea leaves are characteristically brownish, even when fresh.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Old tea trees on a hillside and a hand holding young leaves\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/ly_d27e_01_1719317173.jpg?v=1719317180\" id=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/ly_d27e_01_1719317173.jpg?v=1719317180\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The above photo shows tea trees hundreds of years old. High-quality raw pu-erh tea is made from such old trees.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    However, these old trees are not wild tea. They are old and high-quality tea leaves, but they are classified as \"cultivated tea.\"\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Wild tea trees in a forest, with close-ups of bark and a shoot\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/ly_d22e_02_1719317301.jpg?v=1719317303\" id=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/ly_d22e_02_1719317301.jpg?v=1719317303\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    This is a wild tea tree growing deep in the mountains, a few hours' walk from the nearest village.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Wild tea grows at altitudes around 2000m and above, with trees ranging from young to over 1000 years old. The buds stretch upwards, seeking sunlight.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Video of Wild Tea Exploration\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    This video shows my wild tea exploration, giving you a better understanding of wild tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/k6WRvgJl80g\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"20g (small bag)","offer_id":44932460806320,"sku":"b29ca","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g (in can)","offer_id":44932460839088,"sku":"b29cc","price":3600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"150g (large bag\/50g x 3 bags)","offer_id":44932460871856,"sku":"b29cb","price":10400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"600g value pack (large bag [50g x 3 bags] x 4 bags)","offer_id":44932460904624,"sku":"b29cv","price":34200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/products\/b29_06.jpg?v=1737905825"},{"product_id":"s07","title":"Jasmine Wild White Tea Bud","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n    We have released an original jasmine tea called \"Jasmine Wild White Tea Bud\". \"茉莉\" means jasmine. It is probably a rare tea unique in the world.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    The World's First Jasmine Tea from Wild White Buds\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    HOJO has a lineup that includes a white tea called \"Wild White Tea Bud\". This is a white tea made from wild tea buds, featuring a distinctive flavor, long-lasting aftertaste, and soft flavor. While sourcing this tea this year, I thought, \"Wouldn't it be delicious if this tea were processed into jasmine tea?\" So, as an experiment, I transferred a portion of the wild white buds sourced in spring in Yunnan Province to a jasmine tea factory in Guangxi  Region and entrusted them with the processing. The jasmine tea was processed using fresh jasmine flowers. The idea of processing wild white buds into jasmine tea had never been thought of before, making this a new and unique attempt.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Pale downy tea buds in a metal scoop\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-7627\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/products\/IMG_4980.jpg?v=1737905803\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Wild Tea Growing in High Mountains\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The wild white tea bud is made from a type of wild tea called Camellia Assamica Dehongensis. This tea grows widely at altitudes of 2000-2400m in the southwestern part of Yunnan Province and is often seen in the mountains, especially in bushy areas. Although it is labeled as wild, there are many \"white bud teas\" produced in tea gardens that are also marketed as wild teas, so care is needed. Cultivated teas generally have a shorter aftertaste and lack depth in flavor.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Tea branches with green leaves and reddish new shoots\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-7630\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/products\/IMG_6032.jpg?v=1737905803\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cimg alt=\"Tea tree foliage with green and brown leaves\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-large wp-image-7631\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/products\/IMG_6064.jpg?v=1737905803\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    A Gorgeous Flavor Like Herbal Tea or Flower Tea\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    When making typical jasmine tea, a green tea base with a mild flavor is selected to emphasize the jasmine scent. This allows the jasmine flower aroma to stand out. On the other hand, wild white tea buds have a unique flavor similar to fresh cloves. However, I hoped that the unique flavor of the wild white tea buds would blend well with the jasmine aroma. In fact, Jasmine Wild White Tea Bud turned out to have the exact flavor I had imagined. The jasmine flower scent mellowed the unique flavor of the wild white tea buds, creating a very interesting flavor reminiscent of herbal tea or flower tea. The high mineral content of the wild white tea buds results in a very dense flavor, a very rich aftertaste, and a flavor that permeates the body.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Pale tea buds arranged in a circle on a white background\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-7634\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/products\/IMG_4975-2.jpg?v=1737905803\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOf course, it is also very delicious as a cold brew.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"50g (in can)","offer_id":44932458741936,"sku":"s07cc","price":1600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"150g (large bag\/50g x 3 bags)","offer_id":44932458774704,"sku":"s07cb","price":4600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"600g value pack (large bag [50g x 3 bags] x 4 bags)","offer_id":44932458807472,"sku":"s07cv","price":15600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/products\/IMG_4966-1.jpg?v=1737905803"},{"product_id":"w02","title":"Wild White Tea Bud","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n    Wild White Buds is a tea made from wild tea, estimated to be Camellia Assamica Dehongensis. We directly source it from farmers who harvest tea leaves from the wild in Lincang, Yunnan Province, China.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    This tea has a strong body and richness, with a sweet and refreshing taste akin to drinking pure water. The flavor is floral and herbal, reminiscent of floral tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The delicate flavor remains consistent through multiple infusions, making it an economical tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Product Details\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/CC741EBF-3F2D-4489-9950-66DDB90D9FCA.png?v=1615900139\" alt=\"Wild White Buds\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    This white tea is made from wild buds plucked by ethnic minorities in Yunnan Province. It has a strong, refreshing floral flavor and can be infused multiple times, making it very economical.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    White Tea from Hundred-Year-Old Trees in Lincang, Yunnan Province\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Yunnan Province is home to wild tea known as Shancha. In early March, ethnic minority farmers hand-pluck the tea from the mountains.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    While this tea belongs to the Camellia family, it is not Sinensis but another species. Through various studies, we believe it to be Camellia Assamica Dehongensis.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/72BA58A9-C1F7-4E70-ADD3-6A00A9848597.png?v=1615900189\" alt=\"Wild Tea Trees in Yunnan\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Although this tea is relatively well-known in northwestern Yunnan Province and can be sourced with effort, it varies significantly in quality and price.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    I am particular about sourcing from Lincang because its tea has an exceptionally strong body and richness. When you drink it, the tea expands vertically and horizontally in your mouth.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The tea is very sweet and soft on the palate, and those who like it become very passionate about it. The flavor is a refreshing blend of floral and herbal notes, more like floral tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/7C0C261E-DADE-4EB1-837B-3F52FBBDDCD1.png?v=1615900234\" alt=\"Hand-Plucked Wild Tea\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/EBB03961-6BB3-4924-B16D-5AC6DFE55812.png?v=1615900248\" alt=\"Wild White Buds Infusion\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/1424385D-FF74-404F-B7C1-F50A026D0666.png?v=1615900266\" alt=\"White Tea Infusion\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/A44B76F8-B6D8-4726-A23F-B47A8C89E312.png?v=1615900280\" alt=\"Light-Colored Infusion\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The infusion is very light, almost like water, but has a rich flavor and aroma.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    This tea can be infused multiple times, making it very economical. Its inherently delicate flavor remains consistent through multiple infusions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Therefore, it is possible to brew this tea continuously throughout the day.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"50g (in can)","offer_id":44932450681008,"sku":"w02cc","price":1700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"150g (large bag\/50g x 3 bags)","offer_id":44932450713776,"sku":"w02cb","price":4900.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"600g value pack (large bag [50g x 3 bags] x 4 bags)","offer_id":44932450746544,"sku":"w02cv","price":16600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/products\/w02_07.jpg?v=1737905684"},{"product_id":"w37","title":"Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea Cake 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n    Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea is one of our staple products. Every year, we specially order the raw materials and finish them using our unique processing methods.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Wild tea is extremely rare, and there is fierce competition among traders to obtain the raw leaves. Money alone cannot solve the problem — relationships with villagers are crucial. We work with a farming couple dedicated to production, who stay in the village throughout the season to collect the raw materials.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In the village at the foot of the mountain, people enter the mountains early in the morning to harvest wild tea leaves and return by evening. Arriving at the village in the evening makes it nearly impossible to obtain raw leaves, as other traders would have already taken them. According to the couple, they arrive at the site early in the morning and wait for the raw leaves to come in while sharing meals with the villagers' families.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Flavor Reminiscent of Fresh and Sweet Tomatoes\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Our Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea comes in both loose-leaf and cake tea forms. The loose-leaf version features a floral flavor reminiscent of Shine Muscat grapes, flowers, and wild vegetables. It was procured last spring and is already available for sale.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The recently arrived cake tea, on the other hand, has a fruity flavor reminiscent of white tomatoes and dried grapes, owing to the slight fermentation that occurs during cake tea production. This tea is well suited to long-term aging, developing a honey-like flavor over time.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Back of a round tea cake with a dimple in the center\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-9377\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_0367.jpg\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    As wild tea, it grows entirely untouched by human hands, resulting in very high cell density and a rich mineral content. This gives the tea a very deep aftertaste, with a long-lasting, full-bodied flavor and aroma.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Aromatic White Tea Made from Wild Camellia taliensis\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea is made from wild Camellia taliensis that grows naturally on Da Xue Shan in Lincang, Yunnan Province, China. It is extremely rare and almost never seen even within Yunnan Province.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The tea has an exceptionally strong flavor, evoking flowers, fruits, wild vegetables, and young tree bark, with a sweetness so intense it could be mistaken for a flavored tea. It features a deep body and a spreading, full richness.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The aftertaste is very deep, providing a relaxing feeling even when drunk normally, with some people experiencing tea-induced euphoria.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Freshly plucked tea leaves held in an open palm\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/C9272916-B3B0-463D-962C-E2FEAAF8B386.png?v=1615889506\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Plucked tea leaves filling a metal bowl\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/968885F5-8DAF-4628-850D-BF5689F1DCA4.png?v=1615889561\" width=\"630\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Tea leaves withering on a woven bamboo tray\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/EF72562C-E8AD-41BC-B688-A3C7B11538D3.png?v=1615889617\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Withering Process\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Tea leaves withering on stacked round bamboo trays\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/AD50E0B9-E6EC-4A71-96E7-64245AD0C2D4.png?v=1615889692\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Tea leaves withering on bamboo trays stacked on a rack\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/B199B5F0-1817-443F-9B1B-098C243C6321.png?v=1615889839\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Tea leaves withering on stacked bamboo trays seen from the side\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/C386C38B-31A8-4596-93EE-EC016F42A1E9.png?v=1615889854\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Rows of bamboo trays of withering leaves on metal racks\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/B7171CE4-87F2-4F46-9246-BD3FAE69DC2A.png?v=1615889883\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Withering dark green tea leaves on stacked bamboo trays\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/52575878-8119-4D3E-BD06-FDA9EEEA6A48.png?v=1615889901\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"50g (small bag\/small portion of cake)","offer_id":44932435181744,"sku":"w37ca","price":3600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g (cake)","offer_id":44932435214512,"sku":"w37cc","price":13500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"1,000g value pack (5 pieces of cake)","offer_id":44932435247280,"sku":"w37cv","price":54000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_0370.jpg?v=1737905482"},{"product_id":"s08","title":"Wild Raw Pu-erh Jasmine Pearl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eOut of curiosity, we decided to create Jasmine tea using Da Xue Shan Wild Raw Pu-erh Tea. This resulted in an extremely rare tea, even in Japan and China.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Product Details\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    For more details on the development of this tea, please refer to the following column.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    An Attempt to Make Jasmine Tea with Raw Pu-erh Tea \u0026gt;\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n     \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    Recommended Jasmine Tea Selection \u0026gt;\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Why Make Jasmine Tea with Raw Pu-erh Tea?\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The reason for making Jasmine tea with Raw Pu-erh Tea is to achieve a level of deep richness that cannot be obtained with regular tea leaves.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The strong richness is also reflected in the aroma, making the jasmine scent feel like it’s being inhaled into your chest.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"A smiling man in a cap standing among tea trees\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/772ED470-046D-4550-8630-A0EEBADF07C1.png?v=1615901585\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Custom Production of Jasmine Tea through Our Production Network\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In the spring, we source the base tea from various production areas and send it to a Jasmine tea production factory in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region for scenting. This unique supply chain allows us to process any type of tea we source into Jasmine tea. We have previously developed many original Jasmine teas, such as Raw Pu-erh Tea, Wild White Buds, Ripe Pu-erh Tea, Jasmine Silver Needle, and Snow Jasmine.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Using Da Xue Shan Wild Tea as the Base\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Driven by curiosity, we decided to custom produce Jasmine tea using wild Raw Pu-erh tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Wild tea is completely different from common tea grown in tea gardens, natural cultivation tea, abandoned tea, or mountain tea. This tea grows naturally in the mountains without any human intervention, similar to wild seafood, making it an excellent quality tea due to its slow natural growth.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The raw material used is our \"Da Xue Shan Wild Tea\". This tea is made from a variety called Camellia Taliensis. Most teas are made from Camellia Sinensis (genus Camellia, species Sinensis). Taliensis is considered closely related to the Sinensis species.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Moss-covered branches with green leaves in a forest\" height=\"420\" width=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_5008.jpg?v=1737905480\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-9664\"\u003e Wild tea image \u003cimg alt=\"A person in a hat looking up at trees in a dense forest\" height=\"420\" width=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_0128-1.jpg?v=1737905480\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-9665\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Camellia Taliensis tea has a unique flavor similar to grapes or young tree bark. Notably, it has a strong and lasting aftertaste similar to wild mountain vegetables. Additionally, the Taliensis variety has a very strong body, making it an incredibly distinctive tea. Of course, our Da Xue Shan Wild Tea is a very popular Raw Pu-erh Tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In my experience, I have never heard or seen this tea being processed into Jasmine tea. Due to its high rarity and difficulty of procurement, wild Raw Pu-erh tea is very popular, making it uncommon for it to be processed into Jasmine tea even in China.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Laborious Supply Chain Management Required for Custom Production of Jasmine Tea\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    After producing Da Xue Shan Wild Tea by our producers in Yunnan Province in March, it was first sent to Fujian Province for pearl rolling. Since Taliensis is a large-sized tea, the rolled pearls ended up looking like South Sea black pearls. The rolled tea leaves were then sent to the Guangxi Region for scenting with high-quality jasmine flowers in the autumn.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"A metal scoop lifting dark rolled tea pearls from a pile\" height=\"420\" width=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_0431.jpg?v=1737905480\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-9658\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Jasmine Tea Unlike Any Other Jasmine Tea\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    While the dry tea leaves before brewing have a distinct jasmine scent, the brewed tea's jasmine flavor is surprisingly mild. The long aftertaste creates depth in the scent, making the jasmine flavor feel gentle. While the unique wild tea flavor is not immediately apparent while drinking, it slowly rises and lingers in the mouth after finishing.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Golden-yellow tea in a white cup on a dark patterned cloth\" height=\"420\" width=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_0469.jpg?v=1737905480\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-9661\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The overall scent feels more like citrus than jasmine. The high-quality material reflects strongly in the aftertaste, making the tea strong enough to feel warm and slightly tea-drunk after just one sip. Our tasters consistently described it as \"not typical jasmine tea, but with a deep flavor that makes you want to keep drinking\".\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Dark rolled tea pearls on a white background\" height=\"420\" width=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_0441.jpg?v=1737905480\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-9663\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Please note that the production volume is limited, so it will be discontinued once the stock runs out.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003ca style=\"color: #fff;\" href=\"..\/pages\/about-raw-pu-erh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca style=\"color: #fff;\" href=\"..\/pages\/about-raw-pu-erh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDifferences Between Raw and Ripe Pu-erh Tea \u0026gt;\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca style=\"color: #fff;\" href=\"..\/pages\/about-raw-pu-erh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Ripe Pu-erh tea was developed in the 1970s, with a history of about 40 years.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In contrast, Raw Pu-erh Tea is sun-dried after pan frying, similar to green tea. This allows the remaining enzymes to become active, making it a semi-fermented tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    From a production perspective, it is very similar to white tea, green tea, or Taiwanese oolong tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Dried tea leaves spread in a round bamboo basket\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/8835A3EA-64EC-4562-9EF3-4103778FB053.png?v=1615901720\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Tea cups and tea leaves laid out on a bamboo tea tray\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/41060AD1-FBF6-4A52-90A4-F1B330D1B5B5.png?v=1615901737\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Raw Pu-erh tea leaves are green.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Experience the Taste of Minerals Not Found in Ordinary Tea\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In Yunnan Province, the higher the quality of tea, the softer the taste and the more it warms the body. In fact, drinking Pu-erh Jasmine Tea makes your face flush and your body warm up rapidly.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    This is because blood is circulating throughout the body, causing a state of relaxation known as \"tea drunk\".\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Tea drunk refers to the sensation similar to mild alcohol intoxication due to lowered blood pressure and improved blood circulation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    For details on the production method, please refer to the column on how to make jasmine tea.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    Recommended Jasmine Tea Selection \u0026gt;\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"A heap of white jasmine flowers\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/A466479B-C044-41EF-8505-C248E24CEBFD.png?v=1615901797\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Jasmine buds on a stem among green leaves\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/F09CF610-223D-4B82-8C77-7F353B41C8F0.png?v=1615901814\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"30g (small bag)","offer_id":44932434919600,"sku":"s08ca","price":2400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"100g (in can)","offer_id":44932434952368,"sku":"s08cc","price":7300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"200g (large bag\/100g x 2 bags)","offer_id":44932434985136,"sku":"s08cb","price":14400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"600g value pack (large bag [100g x 2 bags] x 3 bags)","offer_id":44932435017904,"sku":"s08cv","price":35200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_0426-1.jpg?v=1737905479"},{"product_id":"d150","title":"Da Xue Shan Wild Tea 2023","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n    Why Wild Tea Tastes Exceptional\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Wild tea refers to tea that grows naturally in the mountains, rather than being cultivated through human agricultural practices.\n    We source wild Camellia taliensis tea from the Da Xue Shan region of Lincang, where it grows naturally.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    When people hear the term \"wild tea,\" they may associate it with a rough and untamed image, imagining it to be bitter or astringent, much like the impression of wild animals.\n    However, wild means natural. Think of wild mushrooms, wild seafood, or mountain vegetables — wild ingredients are known for their exceptional flavor.\n    Wild foods share common traits: a deep, lingering aftertaste, a clean and refreshing quality, and a strong natural flavor.\n    Wild tea harvested in early spring embodies these characteristics, resembling mountain vegetables in its purity.\n    The wild tea we offer is free of bitterness or astringency, delivering a clear yet rich infusion. Its high mineral content provides a sensation that spreads throughout the body, leaving a profound and satisfying experience.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Round tea cakes lined up on a wooden rack\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10040\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_2395-1.jpg\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Genuine Wild Tea, Rare Even in Yunnan\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Da Xue Shan Wild Tea is a raw Pu-erh tea made from wild Camellia taliensis. In Yunnan, Camellia taliensis is commonly referred to as \"wild tea.\" However, the term \"wild tea\" is often used regardless of whether the tea is truly wild or cultivated, making it impossible to determine authenticity based on the name alone. In recent years, as the popularity of wild tea has grown, more farmers have started cultivating Camellia taliensis, and plantations can now be found across various regions. These cultivated teas are also marketed as wild tea. Amid such trends, we remain dedicated to sourcing only genuine wild tea with uncompromising standards.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Specialized Skill Required for Cake Tea Processing\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    We source mao-cha from raw Pu-erh tea producers and bring it to specialists who handle cake tea processing. While many people can produce mao-cha and process it into cake tea, years of experience with Pu-erh and white tea have shown us that the processing of mao-cha into cake tea significantly impacts the tea's quality. Critical factors include the type of metal used, the temperature and duration of steaming, and the drying method.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Worker weighing tea leaves in a metal cylinder on a scale\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10039\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_1946.jpg\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Worker standing at a tea pressing machine\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10043\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_1972.jpg\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Between 2017 and 2019, we experimented with various companies recommended by our partners and friends. Eventually, we found our current processor, who specializes exclusively in cake tea production with a small, skilled team. Their expertise has become indispensable to us, and we cannot imagine cake tea processing without their craftsmanship.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Cloth-wrapped tea cakes arranged on wooden racks\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10041\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_1983.jpg\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n    Da Xue Shan Wild Raw Pu-erh Tea 2023 Cake\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The 2023 Da Xue Shan Wild Raw Pu-erh Tea has been aged for one year in an oxygen-free environment in our Malaysian warehouse. Through this aging process, it has developed a sweet flavor reminiscent of dried grapes, sweet potatoes, and chestnuts, making it an excellent choice for the colder months.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Hand holding a wrapped 2023 Da Xue Shan wild tea cake\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10044\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_5274-1.jpg\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Front surface of a round compressed tea cake\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10045\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_5283.jpg\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"Back of a round compressed tea cake with a center dent\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10046\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_5286.jpg\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"50g (small bag\/small portion of cake)","offer_id":44932427776176,"sku":"d150ca","price":3200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g (cake)","offer_id":44932427808944,"sku":"d150cc","price":12400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"1,000g value pack (5 pieces of cake)","offer_id":44932427841712,"sku":"d150cv","price":49700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_5274-1_0b9851dc-9785-48ee-ac3a-b38b85608e9b.jpg?v=1737905361"},{"product_id":"w44","title":"Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea Loose 2025","description":"\u003cimg alt=\"Dark green and pale dried wild white tea leaves in a small pile\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10284\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_9134.jpg\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\nCrafted from truly wild Camellia taliensis trees growing naturally in the high-altitude forests of Yunnan, this tea offers a purity and character unique to its origin.\nThis year’s unusually dry climate during the withering season was ideal, resulting in a floral and clean tea. We look forward to sharing how this year’s tea has turned out.\n\u003ch2\u003eTruly Wild Tea from a Rare Species\u003c\/h2\u003e\nDa Xue Shan Wild White Tea stands out for two main reasons.\nFirst, it’s made from truly wild tea trees that grow naturally in the mountains, completely untouched by human cultivation.\nSecond, it comes from a rare tea species called Camellia taliensis, which is different from Camellia sinensis used in most teas.\nBy “wild,” we don’t mean old tea trees or abandoned tea garden. These are trees that have grown freely in the mountain forests for generations, just like wild plants.\nWhat makes wild tea special can be felt most clearly in the finish. After drinking, the aftertaste is incredibly deep and long-lasting, lingering in the throat with a rich and heavy presence.\n\u003ch2\u003eCamellia taliensis: Tradition and Distinctive Flavour\u003c\/h2\u003e\nCamellia taliensis is a close relative of Camellia sinensis, which is commonly used to produce traditional teas across China. However, in certain mountainous villages of Yunnan, ethnic minority communities have long used Camellia taliensis instead, harvesting the leaves from wild trees, pan-frying them at home, and drinking the tea as part of their daily life. This long-standing local tradition highlights a distinct cultural lineage separate from mainstream tea production.\nThis wild white tea has a distinctive flavour profile that sets it apart. It carries a unique fruity note, often reminiscent of Shine Muscat grapes and fresh young tomatoes. Smooth, refreshing, and layered with depth, it’s no surprise that this tea remains one of the most popular in our collection.\n\u003cimg alt=\"Close-up of fresh green tea leaves held in a palm\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10285\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_7490-2.jpg\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Challenges of Processing Camellia taliensis into White Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\nCamellia taliensis is characterized by its much thicker stems, which make it especially challenging to process into high-quality white tea.\nTechnically, you can make white tea by simply withering and drying the leaves. But if the process isn’t handled properly, moisture often remains trapped in the thick stems. This can lead to over-fermentation, resulting in browning and a musty, off smell. In fact, many wild white teas in the market with a dark, leathery appearance similar to wood ear mushrooms are usually the result of poor processing.\nTo avoid this, we travelled to Yunnan before the harvest season began and oversaw every step of the production ourselves. This included selecting the raw leaves, spreading the leaves properly, ensuring good air circulation, and checking the final moisture content. Our goal was to produce a tea that looks fresh and vibrant, like it was just plucked from the mountain, with a clean green appearance and a pure, uplifting flavor.\n\u003cimg alt=\"Fresh green tea leaves spread on woven bamboo trays\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10287\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_7470.jpg\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Green tea leaves spread out on a white cloth\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10286\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_7489.jpg\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFloral and Shine Muscat-like Flavor\u003c\/h2\u003e\nBecause rainfall and humidity vary each year, the flavor profile of white tea can change noticeably, even when using the exact same processing method.\nThis year, from late March to mid-April, which is the peak white tea season, the weather in Yunnan was unusually dry. It hardly rained at all, and the air was so dry that even without spin drying, my laundry dried completely within two to three hours at the place I stayed.\nThanks to these ideal conditions, the withering process went exceptionally well. As a result, this year’s Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea has a clean taste with soft floral notes and a hint of Shine Muscat grapes.\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Development Over Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\nAt this early stage, the flavor is still quite mild, as it is freshly produced. However, when stored in an oxygen-free environment, its character changes gradually. From our past experience, the sweet notes become more noticeable after a few months. After about three years, a fruity note similar to grapes starts to appear. With longer aging, this flavor continues to develop and becomes more like raisins.\nOne of the unique pleasures of white tea is being able to enjoy it at different stages. You can appreciate the refreshing floral sweetness when new, and also enjoy the richer character that appears over time. We hope you will experience both the freshly made and the aged versions to see how this wild mountain tea evolves.\n\u003cimg alt=\"A small white cup filled with pale yellow brewed tea\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10283\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_9154.jpg\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncredible Impact: Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea Sparkling\u003c\/h2\u003e\nDa Xue Shan Wild White Tea tastes amazing whether brewed hot or enjoyed as a cold infusion. Because white tea is processed with minimal heat, its natural enzymes are still active.\nWhen you brew it with hot water, these enzymes are activated during infusion, triggering a light fermentation that brings out a subtle fruity flavor—almost like a lightly fermented black tea. On the other hand, cold infusion keeps the enzymes inactive, allowing the tea’s floral notes and Shine Muscat-like sweetness to come through more clearly.\nIf you take it a step further by carbonating the cold-brewed tea using a device like Drinkmate, it turns into a surprisingly refreshing drink. Commercial sparkling water often has a flat or odd taste, and blending it with cold-brewed tea does not deliver the same result. Freshly carbonated white tea is vibrant, aromatic, and naturally sweet.\nWe highly recommend trying it out with a carbonation machine to create your own sparkling white tea and experience the difference.","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"50g (in a bag)","offer_id":45567892881584,"sku":"w44ca","price":3600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g (50g x 2 bags)","offer_id":45567892914352,"sku":"w44cc","price":6900.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g (50g x 4 bags)","offer_id":45567892947120,"sku":"w44cb","price":13500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"600g value pack (50g x 12 bags)","offer_id":45567892979888,"sku":"w44cv","price":34200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_9134_68fba66b-a736-45ab-bb77-d6a2167f16a4.jpg?v=1788882260"},{"product_id":"d153","title":"Wild Spring Bud 2016 Malaysia Aged","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; font-size: .9em; margin-bottom: 30px; padding: 30px 10px 12.5px 10px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n        Raw Pu-erh tea is a delicate tea that is fruity and fresh, like freshly made white wine. It has no bitterness or astringency, making it very popular with children.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n        When you think of Pu-erh tea, you might imagine a tea with a brown liquor and the flavor of dried mushrooms or dried fruits, but that is a type of Pu-erh called ripe Pu-erh.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ca style=\"color: #fff;\" href=\"..\/pages\/about-raw-pu-erh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n        Difference Between Raw and Ripe Pu-erh Tea \u0026gt;\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy wild tea is delicious\u003c\/h2\u003e\nWild tea tree is not the tree planted by human, but it is the tea tree grown naturally in the mountains. It is a particular type of tea called Camellia Taliensis.\nSome people may think that the taste of wild tea is not easy to accept. Because the word \"wild\" is often associated with roughness, bitterness, astringency, etc.\nBut if you think carefully, wild food always gives excellent taste, just like wild mushrooms, wild herbs, wild fish, wild shellfish, wild vegetables, and other wild ingredients are overwhelmingly delicious. What wild food have in common is that its taste is very clean yet complex, and the aftertaste is very strong. When you drink wild tea, the taste is rather sweet and flavour stay on our palate for a long time.\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca style=\"color: #fff;\" href=\"..\/pages\/about-aging\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout Tea Aging \u0026gt;\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"50g (small bag\/small portion of cake)","offer_id":45568073760944,"sku":"d153ca","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g (cake)","offer_id":45568073793712,"sku":"d153cc","price":11300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"1,000g value pack (5 pieces of cake)","offer_id":45568073826480,"sku":"d153cv","price":45400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/d74_01_f012f609-9363-4597-aed5-a00b9e6345a5.jpg?v=1788887629"},{"product_id":"d177","title":"Da Xue Shan Wild Tea Loose 2026","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; font-size: .9em; margin-bottom: 30px; padding: 30px 10px 12.5px 10px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n        Raw Pu-erh tea is a delicate tea that is fruity and fresh, like freshly made white wine. It has no bitterness or astringency, making it very popular with children.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n        When you think of Pu-erh tea, you might imagine a tea with a brown liquor and the flavor of dried mushrooms or dried fruits, but that is a type of Pu-erh called ripe Pu-erh.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ca style=\"color: #fff;\" href=\"..\/pages\/about-raw-pu-erh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n        Difference Between Raw and Ripe Pu-erh Tea \u0026gt;\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Dried dark wild tea leaves in a pile on a white background\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10635\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_3932.jpg\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDa Xue Shan Wild Raw Pu-erh Tea 2026 – An Exceptionally Aromatic Harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\nCompared with recent years, the 2026 harvest has good flavor.\nThis year's tea is relatively more fragrant, with a pronounced sweet grape-like flavor.\nFreshly produced wild tea also has a pronounced mineral character, with a rich taste and a distinct iron-like aftertaste. If stored unopened for several months, the tea undergoes its initial stage of aging. During this period, the sweet fruity flavor becomes more pronounced, while the iron-like impression gradually recedes, resulting in a more refined and floral flavor.\nWhen kept unopened (under oxygen-free conditions) for more than three years, the tea develops flavors reminiscent of raisins together with a honey-like sweetness, developing a floral and complex fruity flavor. It is delicious when enjoyed immediately after production, but it is equally rewarding to age it and allow the flavor to develop according to your own preference.\nPlease note that the aging speed is closely related to the storage temperature. The warmer the storage environment, the faster the tea matures.\n\u003cimg alt=\"Dry dark tea leaves in a white bowl seen from above\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10634\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_3941.jpg\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Wet tea leaves with reddish edges in a white bowl\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10633\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_3950-1.jpg\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivated Camellia taliensis Sold as \"Wild Tea\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\nStrictly speaking, wild tea refers to tea made from tea trees that grow naturally in the mountains, rather than from cultivated tea gardens.\nIn Yunnan, however, the term \"wild tea\" is commonly used in a different way. Locally, all Camellia taliensis is referred to as \"wild tea,\" regardless of whether it grows naturally in the mountains or is cultivated in tea gardens. As a result, the term \"wild tea\" is often used simply to indicate the species Camellia taliensis, rather than whether the tea is genuinely wild.\nThis is similar to the term \"wild rice.\" Although much of today's wild rice is cultivated, it continues to be called \"wild rice\" because the name refers to the species rather than whether it was harvested from a natural wild habitat.\nAs the popularity of wild tea has increased, Camellia taliensis has been widely planted in many parts of Yunnan. Today, cultivated Camellia taliensis is also marketed locally as \"wild tea,\" without being distinguished from naturally growing trees. Consequently, most teas sold as \"wild tea\" on the market are, in fact, cultivated Camellia taliensis from tea gardens.\nThe situation is further complicated by the supply chain. Most wild tea passes through multiple intermediaries before reaching the market. Unless the raw material has been personally inspected at its place of origin, distinguishing naturally growing wild tea from cultivated Camellia taliensis is extremely difficult. As a result, many vendors themselves genuinely believe they are selling authentic wild tea.\nWe distinguish our products from this local naming convention. We sell only naturally growing Camellia taliensis collected from the mountains as wild tea. We personally visit the producing areas and verify the growing environment and harvesting locations before selecting the raw material. Compared with cultivated Camellia taliensis, genuine wild tea possesses a noticeably longer aftertaste and a much clearer mouthfeel.\n\u003cimg alt=\"A person with a red basket climbing a tree in a forest\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10636\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_1594-1.jpg\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExcellent for Cold Brewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\nPu-erh tea is most commonly brewed with hot water.\nHowever, raw Pu-erh tea is also well suited to cold brewing.\nWild raw Pu-erh made from Camellia taliensis is particularly well suited to cold brewing because of its intense flavor and distinctive grape-like fruity character.\nPersonally, I prefer tea brewed with boiling water even during the hottest days. Even so, whenever I have a bottle of cold-brewed tea in the refrigerator, I find myself drinking it one glass after another.\nIts rich taste, intense flavor, and very low bitterness allow it to produce excellent results even if the brewing conditions are not precise. Feel free to experiment with different brewing methods and discover your preferred style.\n\u003cimg alt=\"Pale golden tea in a white cup\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10632\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_3961.jpg\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more on how raw Pu-erh is made, aged, and stored, see \u003ca href=\"..\/pages\/about-raw-pu-erh\"\u003eWhat Is Raw Pu-erh Tea?\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Focus on Sourcing Naturally Cultivated Tea\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"A woman in a yellow jacket reaching into a tea tree to pluck leaves\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_1207_417cac31-feef-474b-8429-501636b4b2b6.jpg?v=1727852439\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Since 2010, we have been visiting Yunnan Province every spring. Over the years, we have built connections with many famous tea regions. However, our focus is not on a region's fame, but rather on tea with transparency and a long-lasting aftertaste. To achieve this, we focus on remote mountain villages, selecting tea gardens with ancient tea trees, high altitudes, and no fertilizers, sourcing through unique logistics channels. For more details, please visit the following page.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 25px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"..\/pages\/aftertaste\" style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eBeyond Fame: In Pursuit of Teas with a Long-Lasting Aftertaste\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In Yunnan, teas claiming to be from famous regions are produced in thousands of locations using leaves from other areas, and can be found everywhere—from airports and convenience stores to supermarkets.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    What complicates matters is the surprising phenomenon where imitation teas made from leaves in remote areas are of higher quality than the genuine articles. This is especially common with Pu-erh teas from Lincang, and it is a well-known fact among professionals involved in local sourcing. For more details, please visit the following page.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 25px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 40px; color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"..\/pages\/famous_area\" style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eFamous Tea Regions Where Imitation Is the Norm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In Yunnan Province, there are long-established brands like Dayi and Zhongcha. These brands are renowned because their teas produced before 1990 are highly valued.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    So why are these older teas considered special? Many people assume it is due to long aging, but in reality, the tea leaves used at that time were naturally grown without fertilizers, resulting in their superior quality.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Therefore, even if current teas are aged for a long time, they will not reach the same quality. For more information, please visit the following page.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 25px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 40px; color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"..\/pages\/pu-erh_brand\" style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eChanges in the Quality of Famous Tea Brands: Then and Now\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"50g (in a bag)","offer_id":45618957287600,"sku":"d177ca","price":3600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g (50g x 4 bags)","offer_id":45618957320368,"sku":"d177cc","price":13900.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"600g value pack (50g x 12 bags)","offer_id":45618957353136,"sku":"d177cv","price":34200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_3932.jpg?v=1787819138"},{"product_id":"d09","title":"Wild Spring Bud 2015 Malaysia Aged","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; font-size: .9em; margin-bottom: 30px; padding: 30px 10px 12.5px 10px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n        Raw Pu-erh tea is a delicate tea that is fruity and fresh, like freshly made white wine. It has no bitterness or astringency, making it very popular with children.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n        When you think of Pu-erh tea, you might imagine a tea with a brown liquor and the flavor of dried mushrooms or dried fruits, but that is a type of Pu-erh called ripe Pu-erh.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ca style=\"color: #fff;\" href=\"..\/pages\/about-raw-pu-erh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n        Difference Between Raw and Ripe Pu-erh Tea \u0026gt;\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_7883.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4676\" title=\"IMG_7883\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_7883.jpg\" alt=\"Sourcing wild spring buds in Yunnan Province\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\nThe first tea I have to search in Yunnan is Wild Spring Bud raw pu-erh tea. It is the tea made of wild tea spieces called camellia taliensis. It gives distinctive flavour that reminds me of green apples, grapes or the fresh young tree barks.\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_7891.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4675\" title=\"IMG_7891\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_7891.jpg\" alt=\"Sourcing wild spring buds in Yunnan Province\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe earliest plucked tea is very precious\u003c\/h2\u003e\nFor us, it is very important to purchase the earliest-plucked tea. The flavour of tea may not be much different between the 1st and the 2nd plucked tea. However, the taste is distinctively different. The earliest plucked tea gives a creamy texture, smooth and silky mouth-feel and tea is very gentle and soft. The quality wild spring bud consists of various sizes and the bud is relatively bigger. It is because that the growing speed of the young buds on each wild tree or branch is not the same. Usually, the size becomes consistent when the same tea is plucked for the second time in the season.\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_79022.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Yellow-green and brown tea leaves held in a hand\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4678\" title=\"IMG_7902\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_79022.jpg\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_8125.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4673\" title=\"IMG_8125\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_8125.jpg\" alt=\"Sourcing wild spring buds in Yunnan Province\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\nThe first flush of the Wild Spring Bud is usually collected in the middle of March, while by the end of March the 2nd plucked wild spring bud is available. I have been in Yunnan since 20th of March just because I wanted to make sure I am able to secure the earliest plucked tea.\n\u003ch2\u003eWe secured the wild spring bud with right quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\nToday we managed to purchase the ideal tea according to my desire. The tea is well-processed and it gives sweet distinctive flavour of wild tea. I am very satisfied with the result.\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_81281.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4672\" title=\"IMG_8128\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_81281.jpg\" alt=\"Sourcing wild spring buds in Yunnan Province\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:0 0 20px\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_8095.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Woman in a hat sorting tea leaves by hand on a bamboo tray\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4677\" title=\"IMG_8095\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_8095.jpg\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eSorting process\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca style=\"color: #fff;\" href=\"..\/pages\/about-aging\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout Tea Aging \u0026gt;\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"letter-spacing: 2px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e9eb; padding-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Focus on Sourcing Naturally Cultivated Tea\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"A woman in a yellow jacket reaching into a tea tree to pluck leaves\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_1207_417cac31-feef-474b-8429-501636b4b2b6.jpg?v=1727852439\" width=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Since 2010, we have been visiting Yunnan Province every spring. Over the years, we have built connections with many famous tea regions. However, our focus is not on a region's fame, but rather on tea with transparency and a long-lasting aftertaste. To achieve this, we focus on remote mountain villages, selecting tea gardens with ancient tea trees, high altitudes, and no fertilizers, sourcing through unique logistics channels. For more details, please visit the following page.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 25px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"..\/pages\/aftertaste\" style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eBeyond Fame: In Pursuit of Teas with a Long-Lasting Aftertaste\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In Yunnan, teas claiming to be from famous regions are produced in thousands of locations using leaves from other areas, and can be found everywhere—from airports and convenience stores to supermarkets.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    What complicates matters is the surprising phenomenon where imitation teas made from leaves in remote areas are of higher quality than the genuine articles. This is especially common with Pu-erh teas from Lincang, and it is a well-known fact among professionals involved in local sourcing. For more details, please visit the following page.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 25px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 40px; color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"..\/pages\/famous_area\" style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eFamous Tea Regions Where Imitation Is the Norm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    In Yunnan Province, there are long-established brands like Dayi and Zhongcha. These brands are renowned because their teas produced before 1990 are highly valued.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    So why are these older teas considered special? Many people assume it is due to long aging, but in reality, the tea leaves used at that time were naturally grown without fertilizers, resulting in their superior quality.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Therefore, even if current teas are aged for a long time, they will not reach the same quality. For more information, please visit the following page.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 25px 0; font-size: .9em; background-color: #cfcfcf; text-align: center; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 40px; color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"..\/pages\/pu-erh_brand\" style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003eChanges in the Quality of Famous Tea Brands: Then and Now\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"30g (small bag\/small portion of cake)","offer_id":45618962464944,"sku":"d09cz","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"50g (small bag\/small portion of cake)","offer_id":45618962497712,"sku":"d09ca","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"200g (cake)","offer_id":45618962530480,"sku":"d09cc","price":11300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"1,000g value pack (5 pieces of cake)","offer_id":45618962563248,"sku":"d09cv","price":45400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_7883.jpg?v=1713922152"},{"product_id":"w49","title":"Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea Loose 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/dxs-white-2026-img_4326.jpg\" alt=\"Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea 2026\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to this year’s climate, the tea has a strong flavor and the long aftertaste that only wild tea harvested in the mountains can offer. We are very pleased with how it has turned out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavor stands out most when the tea is cold-brewed, and carbonating the cold brew gives a drink with a champagne-like color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis loose-leaf version is not pressed into a cake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Flavor of White Tea Changes Every Year\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavor of tea depends not only on the soil and the elevation but also on the year. Both the taste and the flavor can change greatly from one year to the next. In some years the floral flavor is strong, in others the fruity flavor, and in others a green character stands out. The climate of the year shapes the finished tea as much as the processing technique and the quality of the raw leaves, and sometimes even more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom our experience, the temperature and rainfall between Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) and March have a major influence on the flavor of that year’s tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2026, it hardly rained from Chinese New Year until the start of the tea season. Heavy rain fell on only two days in late March, the 28th and 29th, and the wild tea began to grow after that rain. With so little rain, the leaves took their time to grow. This year’s tea has a strong flavor and a long aftertaste, probably because the slow growth gave the leaves a higher cell density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCold Brew and Sparkling: The Best Ways to Enjoy Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCold-brewed Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea has a very intense marigold and Shine Muscat-like flavor. It is so refreshing and satisfying that I would almost call it \u0026#8220;tea juice.\u0026#8221;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/dxs-white-2026-img_4351.jpg\" alt=\"Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea 2026\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you carbonate the cold brew with a sparkling water maker, it takes on a color like champagne, and the floral and fruity flavors are the first thing you notice when you drink it. It is a good drink to serve at dinner in place of alcohol, and it is especially appreciated when served at restaurants. Once you try it, it is hard to stop drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cold brewing, put 5 g of tea leaves in 1,000 ml of water and leave the container in the refrigerator for about 6 hours. If you would like to surprise your guests, make it stronger with 500 ml of water for 5 g of tea leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Cold Water and Hot Water Bring Out Different Flavors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewed with hot water, the tea shows a different character. Instead of the marigold-like flavor of the cold brew, matured fruity flavors reminiscent of grapes, apple and of fresh tomatoes come forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason lies in how the tea is made. Some white tea in Fujian Province is partly dried with heat, while this tea is made by farmers in Yunnan Province who wither the leaves for several days and then let them dry naturally. So, there is no heat involved in the process of making this tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/dxs-white-2026-r0000216.jpg\" alt=\"Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea 2026\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/dxs-white-2026-r0000102.jpg\" alt=\"Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea 2026\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/dxs-white-2026-r0000101.jpg\" alt=\"Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea 2026\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the leaves are never heated, their components stay very close to those of fresh tea leaves, and many of them are water-soluble. This makes the tea very well suited to cold brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe enzymes in the leaves are also still active in white tea. When you brew the tea with hot water, they become active as the temperature rises, and fermentation by oxidase takes place. You might expect boiling water to deactivate the enzymes immediately, but the center of the stems takes time to heat up, and some of the enzymes become intensely active while the temperature passes through 40 to 50°C. This is why the flavor changes with the brewing temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith cold water, the temperature is too low for the enzymes to become active, so the components of the white tea dissolve into the water as they are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur Commitment to Truly Wild Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/dxs-white-2026-img_5003.jpg\" alt=\"Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea 2026\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Yunnan Province, \u0026#8220;wild tea\u0026#8221; is the local name for Camellia taliensis, a species different from the common tea plant Camellia sinensis grown in Japan, India and Taiwan. The name Wild Tea is commonly used by the locals whether the tree grows naturally in the mountains or is cultivated. It is similar to wild rice and wild strawberries, which keep the name \u0026#8220;wild\u0026#8221; even when they are grown in fields or gardens. The name alone does not tell you whether the tea comes from trees growing naturally in the mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDa Xue Shan Wild White Tea is made from Camellia taliensis growing naturally in the mountains, not from cultivated trees. Tea from cultivated trees can have a similar flavor, but tea from wild trees is completely different in the length of the aftertaste and the clarity of the flavor, and the two are easy to tell apart if you taste side by side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/dxs-white-2026-img_4958.jpg\" alt=\"Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea 2026\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn recent years, as wild tea has become popular, to meet the market demands, many farmers have started planting Camellia taliensis in their tea garden. A large amount of tea sold as \u0026#8220;wild tea\u0026#8221; is now on the market, and it is becoming easy to obtain without traveling to the remote village. However, Camellia taliensis that truly grows wild in the mountains is extremely rare and very difficult to obtain, and its tea is traded at high prices even in Yunnan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have visited wild tea producing areas and tasted wild tea many times. Its remarkably deep and long aftertaste, which seems to soak into the body, is found only in truly wild tea, and this is why I am particular about sourcing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Development Through Aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the flavor is already strong in the new tea, you can enjoy it right away. Aging is simply another option. With aging, Da Xue Shan Wild White Tea tends to develop grape-like and honey-like flavors, and you can even notice the change after just one year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePu-erh is the tea most people think of for aging, but white tea actually changes even more with age, and aging white tea has become something of a trend in recent years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost tea companies and tea lovers, however, age white tea with air. Oxygen causes uncontrolled oxidation, so an oxidized off-flavor develops along with the aging. Eventually the tea takes on a flavor close to Ripe Pu-erh, with notes of dry leaves and dried fruit such as raisins, and its color also becomes very similar to that of Ripe Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on many years of experience and various experiments, we consider aging without oxygen ideal for white tea, because the tea still ages without oxygen but develops toward the flavor of fully ripe fruits such as grapes and mangoes, and toward a honey-like flavor. We remove the oxygen from each bag when we pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo age the tea at home, keep the bag unopened in a warm room, away from direct sunlight. The aluminum laminated bag blocks most light, but not all of it, so the tea deteriorates easily if left in direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"50g (in a bag)","offer_id":45717849866416,"sku":"w49cc","price":3600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"200g (50g x 4 bags)","offer_id":45717849899184,"sku":"w49cb","price":13500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"600g value pack (50g x 12 bags)","offer_id":45717849931952,"sku":"w49cv","price":34200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/dxs-white-2026-img_4326.jpg?v=1792512206"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/collections\/wild_tea.jpg?v=1618494424","url":"https:\/\/hojotea.com\/en\/collections\/wild-tea.oembed","provider":"お茶の専門店HOJO \/ HOJO CO., LTD.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}