Where Tea Meets the Wild 🌱
High on Jingmai Mountain in Yunnan province of the Chinese mainland, tea trees are part of a living tapestry of primeval forest. Beneath towering canopies, fallen leaves become natural fertilizer and drifting mist wraps the landscape in a gentle embrace.
Understory Tea: A 1,000-Year Craft 🍵
Local harvesters follow the ancient wisdom of “understory tea.” Instead of clearing land, they let tea bushes grow alongside native trees, protected by their shade. The result? Leaves with hints of orchid sweetness and a bright mountain freshness in every sip.
“Breathing” Forests in a Warming World 🌍
As climate change reshapes landscapes, Jingmai’s communities stick to their eco-friendly planting. There’s no rigid rows—just “breathing” forests where people and nature thrive together. It’s more than tea; it’s a lesson in harmony.
From tradition to taste, Jingmai Mountain shows us how ancient wisdom can guide modern sustainability. Ready to take a sip? 🍃🍵
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