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Hong Ta (红塔, Hóngtǎ) translates as "Red Pagoda". It is a popular Yunnan black tea from the spring 2025 harvest, tied into the shape of a pyramid and belonging to the traditional Dian Hong teas. The tea was picked and made in Fengqing County, Lincang Prefecture; the plantations lie at an altitude of 1,700 m.
The tea uses top buds and leaves. At a certain stage it is tied by hand with thread, and after the final drying, once the tea has taken its shape, the thread is removed.
Characteristics
- Type: black tea (Dian Hong), tied pyramid
- Region: Fengqing County, Lincang Prefecture, Yunnan; altitude 1,700 m
- Harvest: spring 2025
- Shape: medium-sized pyramid of reddish buds and brown leaves
- Infusion: clear, clean, reddish-brown
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf: soft and calm, woody and chocolatey, with light honeyed shades.
Infusion: juicy, silky and rich; chocolate and honey, with shades of fresh honey, flowers, spices and dried fruit. The taste is dense and balanced, with a light astringency.
Aftertaste: long and velvety, with sweetness and a refreshing tang.
Why You'll Love It
A pleasant everyday tea for different moods. Gently uplifting, it helps you gather your thoughts and sets a calm, creative mood. It holds up well to repeated infusions and keeps its richness for a long time, and in glassware it is fun to watch the pyramid unfold.
How to Brew
- Gongfu brewing (short infusions): 5–6 g per 100 ml, water at 90–95 °C, infusions of 10–15 s, then add 5–10 s each time
- Western-style brewing (teapot): 3 g per 200 ml, water at 90–95 °C, 2–3 min
Storage
Store in a dry place in a tightly closed container, away from light and foreign odors.