1、 The unique charm of Laochuan tea
The unique charm of Chinese Laochuan Tea is first reflected in its long history. The history of Laochuan tea can be traced back to the Shang and Zhou dynasties, and even earlier. As a native variety of Sichuan tea, it has witnessed the development of Chinese tea culture. From being presented as a precious local specialty to King Wu of Zhou, to becoming a royal tribute tea, and later influencing the entire history of tea drinking in China, Laochuan tea has left a significant mark in the long river of history.
Laochuan tea mostly grows in high mountain tea gardens with acidic soil, and is naturally propagated through the growth of tea fruits. Its growth environment is shrouded in clouds and mist, with fresh air and moderate sunlight, providing ideal conditions for the growth of tea. Laochuan tea seedlings have well-developed main roots and strong adaptability to the environment, and can also grow tenaciously in cold mountainous areas. After entering autumn and winter, Laochuan tea has a long dormant period, late germination, and rich accumulation of internal substances. According to data, the amino acid content of Laochuan tea is relatively high, with characteristics such as light bitterness, mellow taste, and full flavor layers. Meanwhile, Laochuan tea is more resistant to steeping, allowing people to fully appreciate its unique flavor during the tasting process. Laochuan tea, as a unique tea tree variety in Sichuan, is the inheritor and maintainer of many ancient tea tree genes and has important biological value. It is not only a beverage, but also a symbol of Sichuan tea culture, carrying the love of Sichuan people for their hometown and the inheritance of traditional culture.
2、 Characteristics of Laochuan Tea
（1） Long history
The history of Laochuan tea has a long and rich history, witnessing the development of Chinese tea culture. During the Shang and Zhou dynasties, Laochuan tea was presented as a precious local specialty to King Wu of Zhou. Over time, Laochuan tea has gradually been artificially cultivated from its wild state, and its quality has been continuously discovered and praised. In the Tang Dynasty, the representative of Laochuan tea, “Mengding tea”, became a tribute tea for the royal family, shining through the ages. Throughout its long history, Laochuan tea has not only been a beverage, but also an important carrier of cultural heritage in the Sichuan region. It carries the wisdom and diligence of the people of Sichuan and witnesses the historical changes in the Sichuan region.
（2） Native variety
As a unique native variety of Sichuan, Laochuan tea has significant differences from imported and improved varieties. It is a tea tree suitable for the unique climate and soil conditions of Sichuan. Compared with other varieties, Laochuan tea set has a unique flavor and quality. Its taste is mellow, rich in flavor, and rich in substance. The tea fruit of Laochuan tea has a sexual reproduction mode, which gives it a main root and stronger adaptability to the environment. The uniqueness of this native variety also makes Laochuan tea an important symbol of Sichuan tea culture.
（3） Late sprouting
Laochuan tea enters a dormant period in autumn and winter, which causes it to sprout later in spring. According to statistics, Laochuan tea is harvested more than 20 days later than other tea leaves from the same origin, and even about two months later than earlier varieties. The characteristic of late sprouting is determined by its growth pattern and is also related to the growth environment of Laochuan tea. Laochuan tea mostly grows in high-altitude areas with cold climates and relatively long growth cycles. Although it sprouts late, Laochuan tea accumulates richer internal substances and has better quality.
