{"product_id":"liu-an-gua-pian-melon-seed","title":"Liu An Gua Pian (Melon Seed) — Loose Leaf Chinese Green Tea","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAlternative names:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLiu An Gua Pian, Liu-An Gua Pian, Lu An Gua Pian, Melon Seed Tea, Melon Seed Green Tea, Liu An Melon Seed, 六安瓜片\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLiu An Gua Pian (Melon Seed) — Loose Leaf Chinese Green Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Rebel of Green Teas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreaking the Rules\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eMost premium green teas are all about tiny, delicate buds. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNot \u003cstrong\u003eLiu An Gua Pian\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHand-picked from the ancient tea gardens of \u003cstrong\u003eLiu An County in Anhui Province\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is the rule-breaker among China's Top 10 Famous Teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eIf you want a truly unique, authentic loose leaf Chinese green tea in Australia, this is your perfect match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNo Buds, No Stems\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Anhui tea farmers completely ignore the buds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThey also throw away the stems.\u003cbr\u003eThey only pick the second leaf on the branch. Why?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause this mature leaf is packed with deep, rich flavour — and it's exactly what makes \u003cstrong\u003eLiu An Gua Pian\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike any other green tea in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy \"Melon Seed\"?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eDuring the roasting process, the edges of the leaf curl inward. They end up looking just like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"112\"\u003elittle melon seeds\u003c\/b\u003e. That is exactly how it gets its famous name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eZero Bitterness, Pure Smoothness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThe dry leaves look a bit dark and rugged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eBut add water, and the magic happens. The tea turns a bright, beautiful green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eBecause there are no stems, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"183\"\u003ethere is zero bitterness\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eIt is incredibly smooth, delivering a sweet, nutty taste that really lingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHonest Everyday Balance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe don't make wild health claims here at Valley Green Tea. No \"miracle weight loss\" nonsense.\u003cbr\u003eBut a good cup of \u003cstrong\u003ewhole-leaf loose leaf green tea\u003c\/strong\u003e is packed with natural antioxidants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eIt settles the stomach. It refreshes the mind. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiu An Gua Pian\u003c\/strong\u003e is simply a great, natural way to find some balance in a busy day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eTo witness these \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eunique melon seed\u003c\/b\u003e leaves dance in the water,\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003echeck out our professional Brewing Guide below 👇\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ValleyGreenTea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45306046120115,"sku":"G13","price":23.6,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/1798\/8019\/files\/Green_tea_Liuan.jpg?v=1776995521","url":"https:\/\/www.valleygreentea.com.au\/products\/liu-an-gua-pian-melon-seed","provider":"Valley Green Tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}