HÓNG CHÁ

$19.95

Hóng Chá (red tea) deﬁes classiﬁcation - harvested from the same tea trees as Shuǐ Xiān white tea but roasted like an oolong. A deeply layered tea that boasts full-body roasted ﬂavor of it's oolong cousins but is balanced by the subtle herbal tastes of its white tea sibling.

This tea is highly recommended for tea lovers of strong oolongs.

Nurtured by the finest terroir, a masterful expression of traditional tea craftsmanship. Hóng Chá embodies timeless character.

Smooth and refined, with a lingering sweetness. Its full-bodied flavor unfolds with captivating complexity.

Experience the developing nuances across your palate, bringing comforting warmth to body and soul.

Tasting Notes:Malty sweetness | Caramel | Dark fruit | Honey | Cocoa

Taste Profile:• Dried lychee ｜ Mellow & smooth ｜ Lasting sweet aftertaste
• Medium to full body
• Smooth or brisk depending on processing
• Naturally sweet with mild tannins

The palate opens with a rich sweetness reminiscent of dried lychee, followed by a silky, rounded texture. A lingering sweetness unfolds gradually, leaving a prolonged and refreshing finish.

Aroma:• Pine resin ｜ Sweet ｜ Woody
• Dried fruit (plum, raisin) | Malt
• Honey
• Sometimes floral or chocolate-like

Fresh like morning dew in a pine forest, the aroma carries a warm resinous hint blended with honey and ripe fruit, resting on an earthy, woody base reminiscent of aged wood.

Overall Impression:A complex black tea that marries the freshness
of the forest with the sweetness of ripe fruit. The aroma is grounded yet
vibrant, while the taste is full-bodied and smooth, ending with a pleasantly
enduring sweetness—ideal for mindful enjoyment.

Origin:PINYE Tea Mountain, Wu Yi Shan, Fujian
Cultivar:Zhang Dun Xiao Bai
Flush:Spring flush • Single harvest per year • Hand picked
Roast Level:Two times roasted • Low to medium temperature roasting

Oxidation:●●● Fully oxidized
Roast:◐ to ◐◐ Typically unroasted to lightly roasted
Body:⬤⬤⬤ Medium–full to full

Chinese black tea contains significant levels of theaflavins, polyphenols, and catechins, which help protect the body from oxidative stress and cellular damage. Chinese black tea is traditionally enjoyed after meals because it can aid digestion, reduce heaviness after oily foods, and support a healthy gut microbiome.

Benefits

Antioxidant protection
Heart and circulation support
Energy and mental focus
Immune support
Warming and balancing effect (TCM)

All of the materials used in our packaging are carefully selected for sustainability and the natural expression of the materials, consistent with our brand ethos of authenticity.

The Legacy of Wú Shui Wàng

We are 4th generation proud inheritors of the legacy of tea masters across generations in our family. Our teacher and inspiration is our father Wú Shui Wàng. Applying wisdom to his deep knowledge of tea, Shui Wang oversees our tea making and training the next generation of tea crafters.

In the time honoured tradition, our artisans craft the tea by hand that ensures quality. We use only natural materials from woven bamboo trays for air drying with fresh mountain air to wood charcoal for fire-roasting. Though making tea by hand is time-consuming and labor-intensive, the result is a richer, cleaner and deeply satisfying tea.