How do you brew Huangshan Maofeng?

Brew Huangshan Maofeng at 175°F (80°C). For gongfu style, steep 30-45 seconds; Western style, 2-3 minutes. Use Glass teapot or gaiwan with 2-3g per 200ml. Expect 3-4 infusions.

Where is Huangshan Maofeng from?

Huangshan Maofeng is produced in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), Anhui. Pre-Qingming for top grade. Harvested from high-altitude gardens (800m+) on Yellow Mountain.

How much does Huangshan Maofeng cost?

Entry-level Huangshan Maofeng costs $8-15 / 100g (standard). Premium grades run $30-60 / 100g (pre-Qingming, high-altitude).

How do you brew Huangshan Maofeng?

Brew Huangshan Maofeng at 175°F (80°C). For gongfu style, steep 30-45 seconds; Western style, 2-3 minutes. Use Glass teapot or gaiwan with 2-3g per 200ml. Expect 3-4 infusions.

Where is Huangshan Maofeng from?

Huangshan Maofeng is produced in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), Anhui. Pre-Qingming for top grade. Harvested from high-altitude gardens (800m+) on Yellow Mountain.

How much does Huangshan Maofeng cost?

Entry-level Huangshan Maofeng costs $8-15 / 100g (standard). Premium grades run $30-60 / 100g (pre-Qingming, high-altitude).

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Huangshan Maofeng 黄山毛峰

Fresh, orchid, sweet, lingering

Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), AnhuiCaffeine: MediumBeginner: ★★★★☆

Water Temp

175°F (80°C)

Infusions

3-4

Harvest

Pre-Qingming for top grade. Harvested from high-altitude gardens (800m+) on Yellow Mountain.

Entry Price

$8-15 / 100g (standard)

Flavor Profile

Taste & Aroma

AromaFresh orchid, vegetal sweetness, hint of chestnut

TasteClean, sweet, full orchid flavor, pleasant lingering aftertaste

ColorClear, pale ivory with a green tint

BodyMedium-light, smooth

Brewing Guide

How to Brew It

Water

175°F (80°C)

Vessel

Glass teapot or gaiwan

Gongfu Time

30-45 seconds

Western Time

2-3 minutes

Ratio

2-3g per 200ml

Infusions

3-4

Read the general brewing guide →

Buying Guide

How to Buy Huangshan Maofeng Without Getting Scammed

The Chinese tea market is vast and unregulated. Here's exactly what to look for — and what to run from.

Entry Level

$8-15 / 100g (standard)

Premium / Collector

$30-60 / 100g (pre-Qingming, high-altitude)

Quality Check

Leaves should bear the distinctive peak shape with white downy tips. Dry leaves are ivory-green with a slight golden tinge. Orchid aroma should be detectable in dry leaves.

Common Scams

Lower-altitude imitations from non-Huangshan areas. Leaves lacking white tips indicate either poor harvest timing or machine processing.

Search keywords that find the real thing

Huangshan MaofengYellow Mountain Fur PeakAnhui green teamaofeng tea

For the general principles behind every one of these checks — harvest dates, origin specificity, red flags — read our complete buying guide.

History

Where It Comes From

Grown on the mist-shrouded peaks of Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), one of China's most scenic areas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The maofeng name refers to the tea's appearance: mao meaning downy/furry and feng meaning peak, describing the white-tipped, peak-shaped leaves. Another Top Ten Tea.