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Black tea Gongfu Hong, Yunnan, 50g

Black tea Gongfu Hong, Yunnan, 50g

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Gongfu Hong, also known as "Kung Fu Red," is a high-quality black tea from Yunnan Province, China. This tea is renowned for its large, carefully twisted leaves and rich flavor.

Origin:  
- Region: Yunnan Province, China  
- Tree Age: The tea leaves are harvested from trees approximately 50 years old and older, growing at an altitude of 1500-2000 meters above sea level.

Aroma:  
- Profile: Complex and multifaceted aroma with notes of honey, cocoa, and dried fruits.

Flavor:  
- Taste: Sweet, balanced, and full-bodied. Notes of baked goods, dried apricots, and a distinct berry tartness. The aftertaste is juicy, honeyed, fragrant, and voluminous.

Effects:  
- Impact: Warming, powerful yet calm, energizing, and concentrating.

Harvest:  
- Season: First harvest, spring 2023  
- Location: Jingmai Mountain, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China

Brewing Instructions:  
- Teapot: We recommend using a Yixing clay teapot for the best flavor, making the taste more rounded and robust than in a gaiwan.  
- Proportion: Use 5-6 grams of tea per 100 ml of water.  
- First Infusion Time: 3-5 seconds.  
- Water Temperature: Boiling water.  
- Tips: Dedicate more time to the tea session, gather friends or loved ones, and enjoy. It also performs excellently when brewed over a fire (according to Lu Yu's method), revealing a dense, rich, and vibrant flavor, showcasing the full power of its aroma and effects!

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