Sanjiacun Village of Xibanshan Mountain in Mengku Town, Lincang

Chinese Name: 勐库西半山：三家村
English Name: Sanjiacun Village of Xibanshan Mountain in Mengku Town, Lincang

Overview

Sanjiacun Village (三家村) is administratively part of Wujia Village (五家村) under the Gongnong Village Committee (公弄村委会) in Mengku Town, Shuangjiang County, Lincang City. It is situated in a mountainous area with an elevation of 2,000 meters, making it one of the highest tea-producing villages in the western part of Mengku. The village boasts over 100 acres of ancient tea gardens and a total area of 200-300 acres for both old and new tea gardens.

Location and History

• Location: The village is about 1 kilometer from Wujia Village. The path between the two is lined with ancient tea trees, some dating back to the Republican era. The area is surrounded by the Banma (邦马) Big Snow Mountain and is known for its lush tea gardens.
• History: The name “Sanjiacun” comes from the Qing Dynasty when three Han Chinese families settled here, which led to the village’s name. However, before the Han settlers arrived, the village was already home to the Lahu people who had established ancient tea gardens. The Lahu people left behind around 100 acres of ancient tea gardens that have not been pruned, with tea trees having a diameter of about 90 cm and an age of over 200 years.

Tea Characteristics

• Tea Trees: The ancient tea trees in Sanjiacun Village grow on the surrounding slopes, benefiting from the excellent natural environment and proximity to the Mengku Banma Big Snow Mountain. The tea trees have dense, intertwining roots and are in vigorous condition.
• Appearance: The dry tea leaves are tightly twisted with a dark green color and noticeable white tips.
• Flavor: The tea is known for its fresh, rich flavor with very low bitterness and excellent sweetness. It has a unique floral aroma that differs from common raw teas, with a mountain and wild essence. The tea soup is a clear, translucent green-yellow, resembling a crystalline world. When tasted, it starts with a slight bitterness that quickly dissipates, followed by a rich, sweet taste that stimulates salivation, reminiscent of flowing spring water. The throat sensation is cool and persistent.

Sanjiacun tea offers a complex and pleasing profile, with a smooth and refreshing taste and a lasting aftertaste that is both sweet and cool.