毫香
Term · Tasting
pekoe aroma
Literal meaning
down + fragrance
Definition#
The delicate, fresh aroma associated with downy buds, a key descriptor in the GB/T 22291-2017 sensory tables for white tea, where it weakens from the top grades downward; the related taste term is 毫味. Sun withering is credited by trade writers with preserving it.
Translation and usage#
| Language | Use | Alternatives & cautions |
|---|---|---|
| English | pekoe aroma aroma of downy buds translation |
Also acceptable
Avoid hairy aroma over-literal |
| Deutsch | Flaumaroma Duft flaumiger Knospen translation |
Also acceptable
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| Русский | аромат ворса аромат опушённых почек translation |
Also acceptable
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| 简体字繁體字 | 毫香 | |
| 日本語 | 毫香 |
Common confusions#
- The English Fuding GI specification renders both aroma and taste as "pekoe flavour", blurring 毫香 (aroma) and 毫味 (taste).