Big Red Robe, (Da Hong Pao)
The tea’s name, "Big Red Robe," comes from a famous legend. It's said that an emperor used this tea to cure his mother’s illness and, in gratitude, ordered red robes to be draped over the tea bushes to protect them. Big Red Robe tea has a bold, complex taste that reflects its high-quality processing and unique terroir. A distinct minerality from the rocky soil of the Wuyi Mountains.
Tasting Notes:
- Top Notes: Warm, toasty flavors with hints of nuts or grains
- Middle Notes: A lingering honey-like sweetness
- Finish: Hints of dried fruits, such as dates or raisins.
Origin:
Wuyi mountain, Fujian Province
Elevation:
900 meters
Tea Type:
oolong tea
Brewing Guide:
- Temperature: 195-203°F (90-95°C)
- Time: 30 seconds initial steep, add 1 extra minute to each subsequent steep
- Quantity: 8 grams per 150 ml of water
- Multiple infusions recommended
