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Jin Jun Mei ("Golden Eyebrows") is an exclusive Chinese black tea (hong cha) from Fujian province, made exclusively from young tea buds. It is prized for its exceptionally soft taste, natural sweetness and rich, layered aroma.
Thanks to its softness and lack of bitterness, this tea is especially loved by those who don't usually drink black teas. It can be brewed Western-style or gongfu style in multiple short infusions, and the same leaf gives its flavor 5-7 times.
Characteristics
- Type: black tea
- Region: Fujian, China
- Leaf: young tea buds
- Taste: sweet and velvety, with notes of honey, caramel and dried fruit
- Number of infusions: 5-7
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf. An intense honey-floral aroma with light cocoa notes.
Infusion. Sweet and velvety, with notes of honey, caramel and dried fruit.
Aftertaste. Soft, sweet and long.
Why You'll Love It
Gives a gentle lift and supports focus. Suitable for the morning, for work and for an unhurried tea session with dessert.
How to Brew
Western-style brewing (teapot):
- 3-5 g of tea per 150-200 ml of water
- Water at 90-95 °C
- Steep for 2-3 min
Gongfu brewing (short infusions):
- The same 3-5 g, water at 90-95 °C
- Infusions of 10-15 s
- The tea holds up for 5-7 infusions
Storage
Store in a tightly closed container in a dry, dark place, away from foreign odors and moisture.