Black Tea Red Ruby (Hong Bao Shi), Chinese Black Tea
Hong Bao Shi, Red Ruby, has compact, glossy black leaves and a bright-red infusion. Floral aromas, fruit undertones and a thick, smooth sweetness define the cup.
Why this oneCompact rolled black-tea leaves that brew a thick, smooth cup with floral and fruity aromas.
Character
Floral · Fruity
Tea family
Black Tea
Leaf
About 6 g
Water
90°C
First infusion
10 sec
Infusions
3–4
€14.59
In stock
Format: 50 gr
In the cup
Compact leaf, full red liquor
The leaves form a compact pan-flower shape with a glossy black surface. They brew a bright red.
Floral aroma and fruity undertones accompany a thick, smooth body. The finish brings a soft returning sweetness.
Leaf and craft
Made in Guizhou
The hand-picked material comes from Guizhou highland gardens: one bud with two or three leaves.
Withering, rolling, full oxidation and shaping into granules precede final drying.
First brew
Start short at 90°C
Use around 6 g in a gaiwan or teapot with water at 90°C. Start with 10 seconds and lengthen the next rounds.
Brew the leaves for three to four rounds, increasing the time a little each time.