Hyson

Overview

Hyson is one of the most famous Chinese green teas in international trade, named after a Hong Kong merchant (Hyson) who popularized it in the 18th century. It represents the standard Chinese green tea exported to Western markets for centuries.

Unlike Young Hyson (pre-Qingming), Hyson is plucked after the Qingming festival, making it more abundant while maintaining excellent quality. It was a staple in the tea trade between China and Europe.

Characteristics

Production

Hyson follows standard green tea production: withering, pan-frying, rolling, and drying. The larger harvest window compared to Young Hyson allows for greater production volume.