Shangcheng County

Introduction to Xinyang Maojian Xinyang Maojian, also known as "Yu Maofeng," is a type of green tea. It is one of China's top ten famous teas and a renowned specialty of Henan Province. The main producing areas are in Xinyang City and Xin County, along with Shangcheng County and the Dabie Mountain region. Xinyang Maojian is characterized by its "slender, round, glossy, straight shape, abundant white down, high fragrance, rich taste, and green liquor color." It offers various benefits such as quenching thirst, clearing the mind, refreshing the eyes, invigorating the spirit, removing greasy flavors from food, and aiding digestion. Based on the growth seasons of Xinyang Maojian, locals typically classify it into spring tea, summer tea, and autumn tea (Bailu tea). Spring Tea: Generally refers to tea harvested before the end of May. After resting for the winter, the new shoots of spring tea are robust, with tender leaves and abundant down. They contain rich effective substances, making this the best period for quality throughout the year. Locals typically categorize spring tea according to the growing season as Mingqian tea, Yushuqian tea, and late spring tea. Mingqian Tea: Tea harvested before the Qingming Festival (around April 5) in spring.…