YIXING GONGFU HONG CHA
HIGHEST MASTERY RED TEA from YIXING
RED (BLACK) TEA
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Wuxi, Yixing, Jiangsu, China
Quite rare tea from Yixing city, Jiangsu province, China. Made from local cultivars and processed by original technology, this tea is a bright example of 'Gongfu Hong Cha' (Highest Mastery Red tea) category. Intense and at the same time gentle aroma and taste will satisfy red tea lovers. MORE
AROMA
Chocolate, Woody
TASTE
Cacao, creamy
HARVEST: Spring, 2016
RED (BLACK) TEA
★ PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Wuxi, Yixing, Jiangsu, China
Quite rare tea from Yixing city, Jiangsu province, China. Made from local cultivars and processed by original technology, this tea is a bright example of 'Gongfu Hong Cha' (Highest Mastery Red tea) category. Intense and at the same time gentle aroma and taste will satisfy red tea lovers. MORE
AROMA
Chocolate, Woody
TASTE
Cacao, creamy
HARVEST: Spring, 2016
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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HIGHEST MASTERY RED TEA from YIXING
ORIGIN
The tea in these places was made back in the Tang Dynasty (618 to 907 AD), but nowadays version is much higher quality and has been produced since 1981 when the main nuances of harvesting and processing quality were established. The beauty of the classic Yixing Hong Cha largely lies in the stability of taste. Tea with exceptional varietal characteristics has a very clear taste pattern that digs into memory. Due to a special technology, used in Gongfu Hong Cha production, which partly excludes fixing, also called the “Kill green” operation, which some of the enzymes continue enzymatic processes before and after final drying. The taste of tea develops with time and lets tea being aged for a long time.
This tea was made in 2016 and is considered as a quite aged red tea with a thick, deep, and exquisite taste.
ORGANOLEPTICS
This tea is made from pure buds and handmade by traditional methods. Tea leaves have gentle dark chocolate and bakery aroma. After rinsing aroma develops into dough and tofu with cacao nuances on the top. The taste is deep and smooth with notes of hot chocolate, sweet and sour bread, and a little bit of coffee. Very interesting smooth and velvety texture. Sweet and long-lasting aftertaste. This tea is a perfect example of what can happen with red tea during 5+ years of aging.
The tea in these places was made back in the Tang Dynasty (618 to 907 AD), but nowadays version is much higher quality and has been produced since 1981 when the main nuances of harvesting and processing quality were established. The beauty of the classic Yixing Hong Cha largely lies in the stability of taste. Tea with exceptional varietal characteristics has a very clear taste pattern that digs into memory. Due to a special technology, used in Gongfu Hong Cha production, which partly excludes fixing, also called the “Kill green” operation, which some of the enzymes continue enzymatic processes before and after final drying. The taste of tea develops with time and lets tea being aged for a long time.
This tea was made in 2016 and is considered as a quite aged red tea with a thick, deep, and exquisite taste.
ORGANOLEPTICS
This tea is made from pure buds and handmade by traditional methods. Tea leaves have gentle dark chocolate and bakery aroma. After rinsing aroma develops into dough and tofu with cacao nuances on the top. The taste is deep and smooth with notes of hot chocolate, sweet and sour bread, and a little bit of coffee. Very interesting smooth and velvety texture. Sweet and long-lasting aftertaste. This tea is a perfect example of what can happen with red tea during 5+ years of aging.
CHINA CLASSICS
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