Red Dragon
Black tea from Yunnan, China
A remarkably sophisticated black tea This Grand Cru comes from the harvest in Yunnan's Dahei mountain region. It is crafted from the Taiwanese Jin Xuan cult...
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Infusion time 4'
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Quantity 6 g / 30 cl
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Temperature of infusion 90°C - 195°F
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Time of the day All day
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Description
A remarkably sophisticated black tea
This Grand Cru comes from the harvest in Yunnan's Dahei mountain region. It is crafted from the Taiwanese Jin Xuan cultivar, classically employed in the production of oolong. The name "Red Dragon" alludes to both Chinese red teas and Taiwanese black teas.
A tea that showcases woody and fruity character, distinguished by an elegant floral conclusion featuring freesia accents. An outstanding black tea presenting a refined, powdery sensation.
Special qualities
Origin: Yunnan, China
Tea colour: Black tea
Tasting notes
Dry Leaf
Appearance: finely twisted leaves
Liquor
Colour: amber
Texture: powdery
Notes: exotic fruits, brown sugar, waxed, woody, spicy, cocoa, floral (freesia), malty, leather
Suggestion of preparation
Prepare this tea warm:
With a teapot or a tasting set: 4 minutes in water heated to 195°F.
According to the gong fu cha method: infusions during 30-40 seconds.
Prepare this tea iced:
In a teapot or a carafe: infuse 8 g of leaves per 50 cl of water at room temperature for 45 minutes. Remove the leaves and store in the fridge.