In the ancient Buddhist cosmology, the universe is divided into seven realms. The human existence sits in the middle and contains both happiness and suffering in some measure.

The gods and demigods occupy the two higher realms. They live for millions of years, and enjoy all things they desire with ease and abundance - until their fall from grace.

If the Jipin grade is the existence of a dignified human being, then drinking the King grades feels like entering the god realm.

My personal favorites are the King Grade 2 and 4, follows by King Grade 1. The best way to sample them is to get the Mixed 5-in-1 Sampler.

Gold medal winner of the Shenyang Tea Exposition Fair of October 2008, King Grade 1 has a rare osmanthus aroma, which is exceptional for a Tieguanyin tea.

This style of tea is also known as Zhengwei, which means Middle Taste. The emphasis is on the after-feeling.

Silver medal winner of the Shenyang Tea Exposition Fair of October 2008，King Grade 2 has a lovely pure orchid aroma.

This style of tea is also known as Qingsuan, which refers to its slight acidity.

King Grade 3 is made using the Traditional Qingxiang Style, so she is the higher grade of the Jade AAA grade.

She has the highest frequency aroma and the weakest mouthfeel.

King Grade 4 is phenomenal, combining a good mouthfeel with an exquisite perfume.

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