Spring Flush Teas: The Freshest Harvest
Spring heralds a season of renewal—blossoming gardens, vibrant celebrations, and the promise of new beginnings. At Fusion Teas, we’re embracing this spirit with our spring flush teas, harvested at the peak of freshness to bring a burst of seasonal joy to your day. From delicate whites to lively greens and bold blacks, these teas capture the essence of spring.
What Makes a Spring Flush Special?
The spring flush—often called the first flush—is the earliest harvest of the tea year, when plants awaken from winter with tender, nutrient-rich leaves. Picked between March and May, depending on the region, these teas offer light, fresh flavors that reflect the season’s vitality. At Fusion Teas, we source our spring flushes from top estates worldwide, ensuring every cup captures the young vibrance of the season.
Pure Spring Teas That Inspire
Our Straight Tea Collection includes an array of pure, premium, spring-harvested teas, each with its own unique flavor profile. Here’s a taste of what we’re steeping:
Silver Needle White Tea
Harvested in early spring from Fujian, China, this pre-Qingming white tea dazzles with its silvery buds and subtle floral notes—think melon and a whisper of sweetness. It’s a serene sip for spring morning reflections.
First Flush Darjeeling Black Tea
Sourced from the historic Singell Estate in Darjeeling, perched at 1400m, this first flush tea is a masterful expression of spring’s renewal. Grown from 160-year-old seed plants and nurtured through biodynamic methods, it captures the essence of Darjeeling with a serene yet invigorating profile.
Dragonwell Green Tea
Hailing from China’s famed Zhejiang region, our Dragonwell Green Tea — known as Longjing — is a spring harvest treasure. Picked in the tender first flush, these flat emerald leaves brew a smooth, nutty cup with whispers of chestnut and a gentle sweetness.
Ti Kwan Yin Oolong Tea
This is the famous Chinese and Taiwanese oolong known for its tropical, floral sweetness. The tightly rolled, ocean-colored leaves beautifully unfurl with the sweet scent of tropical flowers. The nuanced notes of green grapes, dried apples, as well as orchids, and lilies, remind us of a semi-sweet white wine.
Brewing Tips for Spring Delights
To honor these spring flushes, brew with care. For greens like Dragonwell or Gyokuro, use 175°F water and steep for 1-2 minutes to preserve their brightness. Oolongs like Ti Kwan Yin shine at 185°F for 3 minutes, while Assam or Darjeeling First Flush prefer 200°F for 3-4 minutes. Fresh water is a must to let their seasonal flavors bloom.
A Seasonal Gift
Spring flush teas are a fleeting delight, harvested just once a year and cherished for their rarity. At Fusion Teas, we hand-select these teas from small estates to ensure peak freshness, from the silvery buds of Silver Needle to the umami flavor of Japanese Sencha. Dive into the season’s essence at FusionTeas.com, where our Straight Tea Collection awaits to fill your cup with spring’s fleeting splendor.
