MAN SAO ZI RAN SHENG SHAI DE GAO HONG CHA
YUNNAN GU SHU RED TEA CAKE
RED (BLACK) TEA
★ ORGANIC
Mansao, Menghai, China
This tea is a true gem for true tea connoisseurs and a must-try for expanding one's sensory horizons. It is harvested from 150-year-old tea trees in Mansao, located in the Menghai region of Yunnan Province. MORE
When properly stored, this tea gets better with time!
357 g
AROMA
Dark chocolate, aged wood
TASTE
Woody, tobacco, bakery
VARIETY: Da Ye Zhong
HARVEST: 2008; PRESSED: 2020
RED (BLACK) TEA
★ ORGANIC
Mansao, Menghai, China
This tea is a true gem for true tea connoisseurs and a must-try for expanding one's sensory horizons. It is harvested from 150-year-old tea trees in Mansao, located in the Menghai region of Yunnan Province. MORE
When properly stored, this tea gets better with time!
357 g
AROMA
Dark chocolate, aged wood
TASTE
Woody, tobacco, bakery
VARIETY: Da Ye Zhong
HARVEST: 2008; PRESSED: 2020
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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YUNNAN GU SHU RED TEA CAKE
ORIGIN
This tea is a true gem for true tea connoisseurs and a must-try for expanding one's sensory horizons. It is harvested from 150-year-old tea trees in Mansao, located in the Menghai region of Yunnan Province. Mansao Village is situated at an altitude of approximately 1,000 to 1,300 meters above sea level. It is known for its ancient tea trees, particularly the Da Ye Zhong large-leaf variety, which are used to produce high-quality Pu'Er and red teas. The tea undergoes the traditional processing method of Yunnan red tea, followed by sun drying. It comes from an organic garden of old trees at 1,200 meters above sea level. The result is 100% authentic wild red tea pressed into 357-gram cakes for long-term storage. Aged for five years in traditional Hong Kong storage, this tea has acquired the characteristic aroma of aged tea, giving it a unique fragrance and taste. It sits somewhere between Red tea and Pu'Er, undoubtedly possessing its distinctive character. This tea is an extraordinarily rare find for true enthusiasts of authentic teas, and we proudly share this masterpiece.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The tea has a light degree of compression, allowing the raw material to age evenly while also making it easy to break into individual pieces, preserving the integrity of each leaf. It consists of a combination of a bud and two leaves and displays a lively, glossy hue.
The dry tea leaves have a restrained yet pleasantly sweet aroma with subtle notes of dark chocolate and aged wood. When warmed, they unexpectedly reveal berry-like notes with hints of plum, blackcurrant, and dried fruits. The heated leaves delight with their soft yet profound aroma, immersing one in the mystery and depth of woody forest motifs.
The infusion has a deep, dark amber infusion that shifts in tones with further steepings. The flavor is rich, deep, and full-bodied, with dominant woody and tobacco notes. Later infusions reveal light, creamy, pastry-like nuances. The tea has a long-lasting and sweet aftertaste. This aromatic and multi-faceted beverage unfolds with different notes and nuances, turning each infusion into a vibrant taste and aroma experience. Thanks to Traditional Hong Kong storage, the tea has developed the characteristic "aroma of time," a term used in China to describe the note of old tea.
This is not just an ordinary red tea; it is a masterpiece, shaped at the early stages of production and later transformed through professional storage conditions. The tea carries the essence of Red tea and Pu'Er, with subtle hints of Hei Cha (fermented/dark tea). A slight acidity in the flavor indicates that the tea is still evolving, making it an excellent candidate for further aging and storage while maintaining vitality and energy.
This tea is a true gem for true tea connoisseurs and a must-try for expanding one's sensory horizons. It is harvested from 150-year-old tea trees in Mansao, located in the Menghai region of Yunnan Province. Mansao Village is situated at an altitude of approximately 1,000 to 1,300 meters above sea level. It is known for its ancient tea trees, particularly the Da Ye Zhong large-leaf variety, which are used to produce high-quality Pu'Er and red teas. The tea undergoes the traditional processing method of Yunnan red tea, followed by sun drying. It comes from an organic garden of old trees at 1,200 meters above sea level. The result is 100% authentic wild red tea pressed into 357-gram cakes for long-term storage. Aged for five years in traditional Hong Kong storage, this tea has acquired the characteristic aroma of aged tea, giving it a unique fragrance and taste. It sits somewhere between Red tea and Pu'Er, undoubtedly possessing its distinctive character. This tea is an extraordinarily rare find for true enthusiasts of authentic teas, and we proudly share this masterpiece.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The tea has a light degree of compression, allowing the raw material to age evenly while also making it easy to break into individual pieces, preserving the integrity of each leaf. It consists of a combination of a bud and two leaves and displays a lively, glossy hue.
The dry tea leaves have a restrained yet pleasantly sweet aroma with subtle notes of dark chocolate and aged wood. When warmed, they unexpectedly reveal berry-like notes with hints of plum, blackcurrant, and dried fruits. The heated leaves delight with their soft yet profound aroma, immersing one in the mystery and depth of woody forest motifs.
The infusion has a deep, dark amber infusion that shifts in tones with further steepings. The flavor is rich, deep, and full-bodied, with dominant woody and tobacco notes. Later infusions reveal light, creamy, pastry-like nuances. The tea has a long-lasting and sweet aftertaste. This aromatic and multi-faceted beverage unfolds with different notes and nuances, turning each infusion into a vibrant taste and aroma experience. Thanks to Traditional Hong Kong storage, the tea has developed the characteristic "aroma of time," a term used in China to describe the note of old tea.
This is not just an ordinary red tea; it is a masterpiece, shaped at the early stages of production and later transformed through professional storage conditions. The tea carries the essence of Red tea and Pu'Er, with subtle hints of Hei Cha (fermented/dark tea). A slight acidity in the flavor indicates that the tea is still evolving, making it an excellent candidate for further aging and storage while maintaining vitality and energy.
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