Da Hong Pao “Big Red Robe” Oolong Rock Tea from Wuyi Mountains

Description

Da Hong Pao, originating from the Wuyi Mountains in Fujian, China, stands as the most renowned rock tea. Referred to as Big Red Robe (大红袍) in Chinese, this high mountain oolong boasts distinctive roasted and mineral flavor profiles.

This particular selection hails from a private estate managed by a third-generation farming family. Situated strategically at the base of streams, their farms benefit from the pure mountain water that nourishes the tea crops. Grown in mineral-rich red clay soil, these Da Hong Pao plants yield teas with a high alkaline content and low acidity. The tea trees, aged over 80 years, rank among the oldest in the region, contributing to the unique and flavorful characteristics of the leaves.

Regarded as the pinnacle of gourmet high mountain teas in China, this selection epitomizes the essence of Da Hong Pao from the Wu Yi Mountains.

• Tea Type: Loose Leaf tea in 10-20 gram amounts.
• Function: Circulation & Daily Enjoyment.
• Tea Region: Wuyi Mountains in Fujian, China
• Season: Spring 2024
• Caffeine Level:  Low to mid caffeine.
• Time of Day to Drink: Morning, Afternoon and Early Evening.
• Hand Picked Tea: Yes.
• Forest Tea: Yes.
• Tea Quality: Gourmet level, Competition Grade.
• Flavor: Slightly Roasted and Light Mineral Notes.
• Single Origin Tea: Yes.
• Tea Steep Method: 4-5 grams steeped for 20-30 seconds.
• Qi Strength: Medium Qi.
• Attributes: Organic. Gourmet Tea. Low Acidic due to Rich Mineral Red Clay that is Highly Alkaline.