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RED TEA

Through the ancient Silk Road, Chinese merchants brought red tea to Rome and started its legendary historical journey to conquer the world’s taste bud.

It is fully fermented and offers fragrance that are stale and mellow, sweet and brisk, smoky and rocky…

Red tea is directly withered, rolled, and then fermented without fixing the green tea. The tea polyphenols contained in it are oxidized and turned into red compounds. Some compounds are soluble in water, and some are insoluble in water and accumulate in the leaves, thereby forming red soup and red leaves.

Efficacy: The caffeine and aromatic substances contained in it have a diuretic effect, the tea is mild and warms the stomach.

Major sort of red tea include Zhengshan Xiaozhong red tea, Kung Fu red tea and fragmented red tea.

Features: Dry tea is dark in color, mellow in taste, bright red in soup, with maltose or caramel aroma.

Process: picking fresh leaves - withering - rolling - fermentation - drying

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GENERAL FOR RED TEA

AMOUNT:
In a 200ml tea pot, use 4g of tea leaves

The suitable water temperature is 95-100℃. It is not advisable to brew red tea in a suffocating manner. After the water is poured, the soup will be poured out as soon as possible, and you will get a cup of sweet and refreshing red tea. The mouth of the bowl used must be large and ventilated. The soup should be dripped cleanly, and do not leave the water in contact with the tea leaves for too long. After the soup is out, open the lid to dissipate heat.

This type of tea tree grows in the natural ecological area of Dujia Village, Ningde, Fujian. Due to its strategic location, it is suitable for the growth of this small tree species. The soil is full of sand and contains a lot of minerals. Inaddition, it is surrounded by clouds and mists for many years. The temperature difference between morning and evening is relatively large, so the fresh leaves are more bright yellow and green. After traditional hand-made process, the taste is long lasting, sweet, delicate and full.

2023    
红茶，晒红，云南，景迈
Red Tea, Tanned Red, Yunnan, Jingmai
50g    

Fragrance and Taste:

floral, fruity, smoky, dates, rasin, wood, orange, syrup, rice, pepper, velvet, safran, wet leather

Chinese spirituial character:
neutral, mild, warm

Orchid Wild Breeze red tea from Yunnan’s Jingmai Mountain is a premium Chinese tea crafted from ancient, wild tea trees. Renowned for its floral elegance, this red tea evokes the delicate aroma of orchids and the freshness of a mountain breeze. The leaves, carefully handpicked and processed, yield a golden-red liquor with layers of sweetness, honeyed notes, and a hint of tropical fruit. Grown in the biodiversity-rich Jingmai region, this tea reflects the pristine environment and traditional craftsmanship of local tea farmers. Its smooth, refined profile makes it a favorite among connoisseurs seeking a sophisticated and aromatic red tea experience.

2023
红茶，兰韵野红，福建，武夷山
Red Tea, Wild Orchid Breeze, Fujian, Wuyi mountain
50g

Fragrance:

Hazelnut, malt, ashy, vanilla, chamomile, dried apricot, stale, musty, salty

chinese spirituial character:
MILD, WARM

Made with the leaf of white tea trees and the production method of red tea, golden needles are real special in their flavour and looks.
It is bright yellow and orange with long golden hairs covering this deliciousness. It is almost the tea leaf version of an abyssinian cat.

The length of the leaf varies and a few of them are over 4.5 cm long. When choosing the right pot to brew golden needles, make sure to choose a tea pot that is large enough for them to strech and relax in the bath.

2022    
红茶，金针，云南，凤庆
Red Tea, Golden Needle, Yunnan, Fengqing
50g  

Fragrance:

sweet potato, smoky wood, chessnut, mint, earthy

Zhengshan Xiaozhong, also known as Lapsang Souchong, is a renowned Chinese red tea originating from the Wuyi Mountains in Fujian province. It is celebrated for its distinctive smoky flavor, achieved through traditional pinewood drying techniques. This tea boasts a deep amber brew with notes of dried fruit, pine resin, and subtle sweetness. High-quality Zhengshan Xiaozhong, often made from tender tea buds, offers a more delicate, floral profile without excessive smokiness. Rich in antioxidants and known for its soothing properties, it has captivated tea enthusiasts worldwide. Its complex flavor and cultural heritage make it a cornerstone of traditional Chinese tea culture.

2023
红茶，正山小种，福建，武夷山
Red Tea, Zhengshan XiaozhongFujian, Wuyi Mountain

fragrance:

apricot, pine wood smoke, wet bamboo forest, almond