"120/80"
RED TEA
RED (BLACK) TEA
★ PESTICIDE-FREE / WILD TEA
Lùng Vài, Hà Giàng, Vietnam
Sun-dried red tea crafted from spring leaves harvested from ancient tea trees in Lùng Vài, Hà Giàng Province, Vietnam. Made from carefully selected raw material and processed using traditional methods, this tea represents an excellent example of authentic Vietnamese red tea. MORE
200 g cake
AROMA
Cacao, nutty
TASTE
Woody, chocolate
ALTITUDE: 1200+ m
HARVEST: Spring, 2025
RED (BLACK) TEA
★ PESTICIDE-FREE / WILD TEA
Lùng Vài, Hà Giàng, Vietnam
Sun-dried red tea crafted from spring leaves harvested from ancient tea trees in Lùng Vài, Hà Giàng Province, Vietnam. Made from carefully selected raw material and processed using traditional methods, this tea represents an excellent example of authentic Vietnamese red tea. MORE
200 g cake
AROMA
Cacao, nutty
TASTE
Woody, chocolate
ALTITUDE: 1200+ m
HARVEST: Spring, 2025
According to studies, red/black teas can absorb heavy metals and toxins, as well as break them down. Medical experiments show that red tea alkaloids excite the central nervous system, increase concentration, and improve mental abilities, which strengthens memory. Alkaloids also stimulate the cardiovascular system and increase heartbeat, thereby accelerating blood circulation. It has a revitalising effect and helps in digestion processes.
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EASTERN (PIN CHA) ★
Temperature: 95-95 °C
Amount: 5-7 grams per 120 ml of water
Steeping: 10-30 sec x 5
WESTERN (INFUSION)
Temperature: 95-99 °C
Amount: 2-3 grams per 250 ml of water
Steeping: 1-2 min x 2
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Tea absorbs surrounding aromas and moisture and loses its properties, including taste and aroma. Store it in a dry and cool place in airtight packaging. Avoid direct exposure to the sun and high temperatures.
BEST BEFORE: 2 years since production date!
*When properly stored, this tea gets better with time!
BEST BEFORE: 2 years since production date!
*When properly stored, this tea gets better with time!
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RED SNOW SHAN TEA FROM ANCIENT TEA TREES
ORIGIN
Vietnam is known as one of the oldest tea regions in the world, with a vast area of ancient tea trees spreading from northeast to northwest. Hà Giang province is located in the northeast part of Vietnam on the border with Yunnan province, China. This region is famous for its wild ancient trees grown here for hundreds and even thousands of years. The unique climate, high altitude, rich soil, and high level of humidity create an excellent environment for tea trees to grow, which gives this tea a particularly special character and taste. This is a homeland of different minorities like Vietnamese, H'Mông, Tay, Kinh, Nung, Dao, and others, who traditionally use tea leaves as a medicine and take care of the tea trees.
SNOW SHAN
Snow Shan tea, also known as "Trà Shan Tuyết," is one of Vietnam's most distinctive and sought-after tea varieties, prized for its unique flavor profile, high-altitude growing conditions, and the rich cultural heritage surrounding its cultivation. Known primarily for its exquisite taste and health benefits, this tea has earned domestic and international recognition, making it a true gem in the realm of Vietnamese tea. Ranging along the North West Mountainous area: from Hà Giang, Yên Bái, Lào Cai to Lai Châu, Điện Biên, Sơn La provinces. The tea is grown at elevations ranging from 1,000 to 2,200 meters above sea level in areas with a cool, misty climate, providing the ideal environment for the growth of high-quality tea plants.
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Vietnam is known as one of the oldest tea regions in the world, with a vast area of ancient tea trees spreading from northeast to northwest. Hà Giang province is located in the northeast part of Vietnam on the border with Yunnan province, China. This region is famous for its wild ancient trees grown here for hundreds and even thousands of years. The unique climate, high altitude, rich soil, and high level of humidity create an excellent environment for tea trees to grow, which gives this tea a particularly special character and taste. This is a homeland of different minorities like Vietnamese, H'Mông, Tay, Kinh, Nung, Dao, and others, who traditionally use tea leaves as a medicine and take care of the tea trees.
SNOW SHAN
Snow Shan tea, also known as "Trà Shan Tuyết," is one of Vietnam's most distinctive and sought-after tea varieties, prized for its unique flavor profile, high-altitude growing conditions, and the rich cultural heritage surrounding its cultivation. Known primarily for its exquisite taste and health benefits, this tea has earned domestic and international recognition, making it a true gem in the realm of Vietnamese tea. Ranging along the North West Mountainous area: from Hà Giang, Yên Bái, Lào Cai to Lai Châu, Điện Biên, Sơn La provinces. The tea is grown at elevations ranging from 1,000 to 2,200 meters above sea level in areas with a cool, misty climate, providing the ideal environment for the growth of high-quality tea plants.
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ABOUT
120/80 was our first collaborative project with AN TRÀ and the Vietnamese Tea Association in 2018, when we traveled to Hà Giang Province in search of Vietnam’s “ancient tea trees.” The concept behind the name is simple: 120/80 represents the ideal human blood pressure, symbolizing balance, harmony, and a healthy heart. This tea, made from organically grown leaves, offers not only a remarkable sensory experience but also natural benefits for overall well-being. By giving it this name, we highlight the life-supporting qualities of the tea leaf itself.
Harvested in early spring from ancient tea trees, traditionally processed by an experienced tea master, and sun-dried to perfection, we believe, this tea delights with its unique flavour profile and is destined to age gracefully, developing even greater depth and complexity over time. We chose to press it into 200 g cakes to ensure easier storage and proper aging, as this kind of tea only improves with time. Each year, we continue this tradition by producing a limited batch of this exceptional tea to delight ourselves and those close to us. We invite you to discover its remarkable flavour profile — one that can only be found in the northern mountains of Vietnam.
120/80 was our first collaborative project with AN TRÀ and the Vietnamese Tea Association in 2018, when we traveled to Hà Giang Province in search of Vietnam’s “ancient tea trees.” The concept behind the name is simple: 120/80 represents the ideal human blood pressure, symbolizing balance, harmony, and a healthy heart. This tea, made from organically grown leaves, offers not only a remarkable sensory experience but also natural benefits for overall well-being. By giving it this name, we highlight the life-supporting qualities of the tea leaf itself.
Harvested in early spring from ancient tea trees, traditionally processed by an experienced tea master, and sun-dried to perfection, we believe, this tea delights with its unique flavour profile and is destined to age gracefully, developing even greater depth and complexity over time. We chose to press it into 200 g cakes to ensure easier storage and proper aging, as this kind of tea only improves with time. Each year, we continue this tradition by producing a limited batch of this exceptional tea to delight ourselves and those close to us. We invite you to discover its remarkable flavour profile — one that can only be found in the northern mountains of Vietnam.
ORGANOLEPTICS
Its appearance immediately captivates with a high content of young golden buds. The classic combination of one bud and two leaves not only guarantees premium quality but also gives the tea a refined yet deep and full-bodied taste. The dry leaves exude a strong, sweet, and spicy aroma with honey, woody, and fruity notes. When warmed, the fragrance transforms into gentle baked tones with subtle hints of citrus and berries. After rinsing, the aroma develops further, revealing delicate bread-like, malty, and slightly tobacco nuances. The taste is sweet, smooth, and refreshing, with distinct woody and chocolate undertones. It leaves a long, pleasant aftertaste with a light bitterness and strong lingering aroma. With longer steeping, the flavour intensifies, showing more dried-fruit notes and a pronounced woody finish. The tea has a warming and calming effect that brings focus and balance.
GASTRONOMY
Although not overly strong, it has a distinctive and charismatic flavour profile, making it a fine match for complex desserts based on deep and rich ingredients. It pairs beautifully with chocolate desserts and light meat dishes. A perfect English breakfast-style tea that awakens the senses and sets a harmonious tone for a productive day.
Its appearance immediately captivates with a high content of young golden buds. The classic combination of one bud and two leaves not only guarantees premium quality but also gives the tea a refined yet deep and full-bodied taste. The dry leaves exude a strong, sweet, and spicy aroma with honey, woody, and fruity notes. When warmed, the fragrance transforms into gentle baked tones with subtle hints of citrus and berries. After rinsing, the aroma develops further, revealing delicate bread-like, malty, and slightly tobacco nuances. The taste is sweet, smooth, and refreshing, with distinct woody and chocolate undertones. It leaves a long, pleasant aftertaste with a light bitterness and strong lingering aroma. With longer steeping, the flavour intensifies, showing more dried-fruit notes and a pronounced woody finish. The tea has a warming and calming effect that brings focus and balance.
GASTRONOMY
Although not overly strong, it has a distinctive and charismatic flavour profile, making it a fine match for complex desserts based on deep and rich ingredients. It pairs beautifully with chocolate desserts and light meat dishes. A perfect English breakfast-style tea that awakens the senses and sets a harmonious tone for a productive day.
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"120/80" Red Snow Shan Tea production by AN SHIM TEA
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