SHUI SHA LIAN HONG CHA
SUN MOON LAKE RED TEA
RED (BLACK) TEA
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Yu Chi, Nantou, Taiwan
Also known as "Ruby #18" or "Hong Yu" (Red Jade), named after the cultivar that it is made from. A truly unique tea with a very gentle and complex aroma and taste. Made from the highest quality raw leaf material that was grown high in the mountains and skillfully processed by an experienced tea master, this tea is one of a kind and deserves attention. MORE
AROMA
Honey, fruity, bakery
TASTE
Spicy, sweet and sour, menthol
CULTIVAR: TTES No.18
HARVEST: Spring, 2021
RED (BLACK) TEA
★ PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Yu Chi, Nantou, Taiwan
Also known as "Ruby #18" or "Hong Yu" (Red Jade), named after the cultivar that it is made from. A truly unique tea with a very gentle and complex aroma and taste. Made from the highest quality raw leaf material that was grown high in the mountains and skillfully processed by an experienced tea master, this tea is one of a kind and deserves attention. MORE
AROMA
Honey, fruity, bakery
TASTE
Spicy, sweet and sour, menthol
CULTIVAR: TTES No.18
HARVEST: Spring, 2021
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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SUN MOON LAKE aka RED JADE
ORIGIN
The history of this tea started in 1999 when Taiwan Tea Research and Extension Station (TRES) created a special cultivar, a hybrid of Taiwanese wild and Burmese Assamica varietals. During the next few years, red tea made from this cultivar earned a lot of attention and became the most successful red tea in Taiwan. Red Jade from Nantou county, also known as 'Sun Moon Lake', is considered to have a more full-bodied and stronger flavour in comparison to other areas. This tea is famous for its complex honey-like and spicy taste with a menthol hint. Highest mastery of red tea and, without a doubt, one of the most unique red teas on the planet.
ORGANOLEPTICS
Dry tea leaves have a light sweet fragrance with honey, fruity, and bakery notes. After warming up the tea leaves, the aroma changes and develops into raspberry, marmalade, and honey notes with hints of dried apple and cinnamon. After rinsing, the tea leaves develop even more character and start to smell amazingly sweet with notes of forest berries, ice cream, and bubble gum. The taste is deep and full-bodied. Unique spicy aftertaste with pepper and eucalyptus hint. The colour of the infusion is brown with red tones.
The history of this tea started in 1999 when Taiwan Tea Research and Extension Station (TRES) created a special cultivar, a hybrid of Taiwanese wild and Burmese Assamica varietals. During the next few years, red tea made from this cultivar earned a lot of attention and became the most successful red tea in Taiwan. Red Jade from Nantou county, also known as 'Sun Moon Lake', is considered to have a more full-bodied and stronger flavour in comparison to other areas. This tea is famous for its complex honey-like and spicy taste with a menthol hint. Highest mastery of red tea and, without a doubt, one of the most unique red teas on the planet.
ORGANOLEPTICS
Dry tea leaves have a light sweet fragrance with honey, fruity, and bakery notes. After warming up the tea leaves, the aroma changes and develops into raspberry, marmalade, and honey notes with hints of dried apple and cinnamon. After rinsing, the tea leaves develop even more character and start to smell amazingly sweet with notes of forest berries, ice cream, and bubble gum. The taste is deep and full-bodied. Unique spicy aftertaste with pepper and eucalyptus hint. The colour of the infusion is brown with red tones.
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