Tea
One of the unique creations from our Thailand Tea Forest Project, this Wild Trees Red Tea is crafted from the big leaves of old, wild-growing trees, carefully sun-dried and strongly pressed into a 357g cake.
€22.40 – €320.00
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The tea
One of the unique creations from our Thailand Tea Forest Project, this Wild Trees Red Tea is crafted from the big leaves of old, wild-growing trees, carefully sun-dried and strongly pressed into a 357g cake.
Due to certain distinct aspects of its production, this tea may have better aging potential than typical pressed red teas. It’s a fascinating and highly aromatic tea, offering complex flavors and a thought-provoking drinking experience.
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Slightly sweet, acidic, and fruity, with smoky-woody notes—a characteristic aroma of sun-dried, cake-pressed black tea.
Heated Leaves: The fragrance intensifies, revealing a deeper aromatic complexity.
The aroma becomes highly pronounced and vibrant, bursting with sweetness, acidity, and a medley of fruity-forest berry notes—blueberries, red currants, cranberries—so intense it smells like a fresh berry smoothie. An absolute delight for the nose.
As expected, the infusion’s flavor mirrors the intensity of its aroma—fruity and berry-forward with a touch of smoky-woody depth.
Strong, aromatic, and well-balanced, offering an interplay of sweetness, bitterness, and acidity.
Consistency:
Thick, cloudy, and smooth, providing a rich mouthfeel.
s & Notes:
Gooseberry, coconut, lychee, mangosteen, and cardamom spice come into play, alongside subtle floral hints.
The more you focus, the more layers of aromas emerge, making each sip a dynamic exploration.
Rustic Undertones & Aging Potential:
In the background, there are less obvious rustic notes, adding depth and character.
When brewed strong and long, it takes on an almost Pu-erh Shu-like feel, further distinguishing it as a truly unique tea from start to finish.
This tea offers a rich, aromatic experience, with deep fruity notes, hints of spice, and a rustic backbone that sets it apart from conventional red teas. Its strong aging potential and ability to transform with different brewing methods make it a must-try for tea lovers looking for something extraordinary.
The tea
Origin: Thailand
Year: Spring 2023
Cultivar: Camelia Assamica from old, wild-growing trees
Your first brew
96°C
Tea-to-Water Ratio: 5g per 250ml
Steeping Times:
First infusion: 1.5 minutes
Second infusion: 2 minutes
Third infusion: 3 minutes
Tea-to-Water Ratio: 5–6g per 100ml
Steeping Process:
First Infusion: Brew for 25 seconds.
Subsequent Infusions: Add 5–10 seconds per steeping.
This tea is incredibly versatile and invites experimentation!
Try temperatures between 90–96°C, or even as low as 85°C for a different expression of flavors.
Infusion times can dramatically change the experience—brew it quickly for a lighter, nuanced cup, or longer for a deep, robust profile.
Be mindful—it brews strong, fast!
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