Baimao Hou facts for kids

Baimao Hou (White Monkey) tea leaves.

Baimao Hou freshly brewed.

Baimao Hou (say "Bye-mao Hoe") is a special kind of green tea from China. Its name means "White-haired Monkey" because of how the dried tea leaves look. This tea is famous for its fresh taste and unique appearance. It is often enjoyed for its light and refreshing flavor.

What is Baimao Hou Tea?

Baimao Hou tea is a type of green tea. It is made from young tea leaves and buds. These are picked very early in the spring. This early harvest helps give the tea its special taste and look.

Where Does Baimao Hou Come From?

This unique tea comes from the Taimu Mountains in Fujian Province, China. This area is known for growing many high-quality teas. The mountains provide the perfect climate for tea plants to grow.

How is Baimao Hou Made?

The tea leaves are picked during the first two weeks of the tea season. This is usually from late March to early April. After picking, the delicate leaves are carefully steamed. Then, they are dried. This process helps keep their fresh green color and flavor.

Why is it Called "White-haired Monkey"?

The name "Baimao Hou" means "White-haired Monkey" in Chinese. This name comes from how the dried tea leaves look. They are said to resemble the paw of a white-haired monkey. The leaves often have tiny white hairs, which adds to their unique look.

Is it a Green Tea or a White Tea?

Even though it has "white" in its name and looks a bit fuzzy, Baimao Hou is a green tea. Sometimes, people confuse it with white tea because of its appearance and name. However, the way it is processed (steamed and dried) makes it a green tea. White teas are usually just withered and dried, without steaming.