First cultivated in Anhui’s Huangshan region during the Ming Dynasty and once reserved for Qing emperors, Tai Ping Hou Kui is among China’s most celebrated teas. Its signature “two knives and one pole” shape—two straight leaves embracing a downy bud—produces a deep green infusion with delicate floral sweetness and a smooth, lingering finish. Known for its remarkable leaf size and elegance, it remains a true classic of Chinese tea craft.