Rare Leaves Emerald — Single Estate Pi Lo Chun Organic Green Tea
Rare Leaves Emerald — Single Estate Pi Lo Chun Organic Green Tea
The Sweetest Green Tea in the World — From the Ancient Gardens of Zhejiang
Most green teas are an acquired taste — grassy, bitter, demanding patience. Rare Leaves Emerald is different. This Pi Lo Chun from the ancient tea gardens of Zhejiang, China is one of the sweetest, least bitter green teas ever cultivated. Delicate notes of sweet corn, konbu, and sesame seed unfold in a cup so smooth, so refined, it feels like a revelation.
For the green tea devotee. For the curious newcomer. For anyone who believes that the finest things deserve to be savored.
Flavor Profile
Flavor Notes: Sweet corn, konbu, sesame seed
Growing Region: Zhejiang, China
Elevation: 400 meters
Ingredients: 100% Organic Chinese Green Tea
Infusions: 2–3 steeps
Why Emerald Stands Apart
- 🌿 100% organic — from one of China's most celebrated tea regions
- 🌾 Naturally sweet — no bitterness, no astringency
- 🌊 Umami-rich konbu notes — a savory depth that makes this tea utterly unique
- 🔄 2–3 infusions — each steep reveals new layers of sweetness and minerality
- 🧲 CNC-milled solid aluminum tin — airtight, light-tight, recyclable
- 🎁 Arrives in a magnetic-closure gift box — the perfect gift for green tea lovers
The Emerald Story
August Uncommon's founder was a green tea devotee long before starting the company — devoted first to Japanese gyokuro, then drawn deeper into the vast world of Chinese green teas. Among hundreds tasted, Emerald's Pi Lo Chun stood out immediately: a remarkable sweetness, a clean finish, a flavor that lingered like a memory of spring.
Pi Lo Chun — meaning "Green Snail Spring" — is one of China's most prized teas, traditionally harvested in early spring when the leaves are at their most tender and flavorful. Emerald captures that fleeting perfection in every tin.
How to Brew Rare Leaves Emerald
| Infusion | Temperature | Steep Time | Flavor Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 175°F / 80°C | 1–2 min | Sweet, delicate, fresh |
| 2nd | 175°F / 80°C | 2–3 min | Deeper sweetness, sesame |
| 3rd | 175°F / 80°C | 3–4 min | Soft mineral, lingering |
Emerald vs. Standard Green Tea
| Rare Leaves Emerald | Standard Green Tea | |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | ✅ Named single estate, Zhejiang | ❌ Blended, unknown |
| Organic | ✅ 100% | ⚠️ Varies |
| Bitterness | ✅ Exceptionally low | ❌ Often bitter |
| Multiple infusions | ✅ 2–3 steeps | ❌ Usually single use |
| Packaging | ✅ Solid aluminum tin | ❌ Paper or standard tin |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Emerald good for green tea beginners?
Yes — its natural sweetness and lack of bitterness make it one of the most approachable premium green teas available. It's a perfect introduction to the world of fine Chinese green tea.
Is it caffeinated?
Yes — green tea contains moderate caffeine, roughly a third of black tea. It provides a calm, focused energy without the jitters.
Why is it final sale?
The exceptional cost of sourcing and producing single-estate Rare Leaves teas means we cannot offer the standard money-back guarantee on this product.
What does Pi Lo Chun mean?
Pi Lo Chun translates to "Green Snail Spring" — named for the tightly rolled, snail-shaped leaves harvested in early spring. It's one of China's ten most famous teas.