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Tie Guan Yin Hong Cha is a black tea (hong cha) created from the famous Tie Guan Yin oolong. The raw material is the same, but the processing is different: the leaves undergo the deep oxidation typical of black teas. The result is a drink that joins the traditions of oolong with the classic depth of black tea.
The brightness and fruitiness of oolong are combined here with the richness of black tea. In the cup you can find notes of dried fruit and nuts, and sometimes a light chocolate shade. The flavor stays soft and warming.
Characteristics
- Type: black tea (hong cha) made from the Tie Guan Yin cultivar
- Oxidation: deep
- Flavor: soft, warming, with notes of dried fruit and nuts
- Combines traits of oolong and black tea
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf: a slightly sweet aroma with fruity and nutty shades.
Infusion: soft and rich, with notes of dried fruit, nuts and, in places, a light chocolate tone.
Aftertaste: warm and pleasant, without harshness.
Why You'll Love It
- Warming in the cooler season and suited to a cozy evening.
- Oolong lovers who want to try something new will enjoy it, as will fans of black teas.
- Stands up to several infusions and shows new shades of flavor each time.
How to Brew
Gongfu brewing (short infusions; gaiwan or teapot of 150–200 ml):
- 5–7 g of tea per vessel
- water at 90–95 °C
- first infusion 5–7 s, then increase the time gradually
Western-style brewing:
- 3 g of tea per 200 ml of water at 90–95 °C
- steep for 3–4 min
Storage
Store in a tightly closed jar in a cool, dry place, away from light, moisture and foreign odors.