Description
Sun-Moon-Lake Heritage
Taiwan’s premier black tea region with unmatched natural beauty:
- Sun-Moon-Lake terroir – Taiwan’s most famous tea-growing area
- Long-standing reputation for exceptional black tea production
- Indigenous cultivar – Hong Yu TT#18 unique to Taiwan
- Fall harvest excellence – optimal timing for flavour development
- Premium Taiwanese craftsmanship following traditional methods
Hong Yu TT#18 Cultivar
Indigenous Taiwanese tea variety creating distinctive Red Jade character:
- Native Taiwan cultivar – found nowhere else in the world
- Red Jade designation – premium quality classification
- Unique genetic profile creating distinctive flavour characteristics
- Specially developed for Taiwan’s climate and soil conditions
- Heritage variety representing Taiwan’s tea innovation
Flavour Profile & Characteristics
This premium Taiwan black tea offers extraordinary complexity:
- Medium body with perfect balance and smoothness
- Cherry hints – natural fruit sweetness
- Mint undertones – refreshing and cooling
- Cinnamon notes – warm spice complexity
- Fall harvest character – concentrated flavours from seasonal timing
Gai Wan Brewing Excellence
Traditional Chinese brewing method for optimal flavour extraction:
- Preferred method:Â Gai Wan brewing
- Tea amount:Â 2 tsp per brewing session
- Water temperature: 95°C (203°F)
- Multiple infusions:Â 5-6 steepings recommended
- Evolving flavours – each infusion reveals new characteristics
Perfect For
- Tea connoisseurs seeking unique Taiwanese teas
- Gai Wan enthusiasts appreciating traditional brewing
- Flavour explorers enjoying cherry, mint, and cinnamon notes
- Gift giving – rare indigenous Taiwan tea
- Special occasions – premium Red Jade experience
Taiwan Tea Excellence
Island terroir creating exceptional character:
- Subtropical climate ideal for tea cultivation
- Mountain elevation providing cool growing conditions
- Mineral-rich soil from volcanic island geology
- Traditional processing preserving authentic Taiwanese character
- Sustainable cultivation protecting Taiwan’s tea heritage
Red Jade Distinction
Premium quality indicators:
- Red Jade classification – Taiwan’s finest black tea grade
- Indigenous cultivar – unique to Taiwan
- Fall harvest timing – optimal flavour development
- Medium body – perfect balance of strength and smoothness
- Complex flavour profile – cherry, mint, and cinnamon harmony
Sun-Moon-Lake Terroir
Taiwan’s most beautiful tea region:
- Scenic lake setting with pristine growing conditions
- High altitude cultivation for concentrated flavours
- Cool mountain climate developing complex characteristics
- Pure water sources from mountain springs
- Protected environment ensuring quality tea production
Ingredients: Premium black tea from Hong Yu TT#18 cultivar, Sun-Moon-Lake, Taiwan
Available in 50g, 100g, and 250g sizes – perfect for discovering this unique Taiwanese tea and Gai Wan brewing.
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