Tea
This Wild Trees Red Tea, sourced from the Thailand Tea Forest Project, is crafted using big leaves from old wild-growing trees, sun-dried and strongly pressed into a 357g cake. Its unique production process gives it excellent aging potential, setting it apart from most pressed red teas.
€10.00 – €142.00
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The tea
This Wild Trees Red Tea, sourced from the Thailand Tea Forest Project, is crafted using big leaves from old wild-growing trees, sun-dried and strongly pressed into a 357g cake. Its unique production process gives it excellent aging potential, setting it apart from most pressed red teas. Highly aromatic and full of character, this tea offers a delightful and multi-dimensional tea experience.
Learn more about the Thailand Tea Forest Project and its commitment to sustainable tea cultivation.
Origin: Thailand
Year: Spring 2023
Cultivar: Old, wild-growing trees
The tea
Initially, the leaves emit sweet, acidic, fruity aromas with subtle smoky-woody undertones typical of sun-dried, pressed black teas.
Heated and Wet Leaves: Upon heating and infusion, the aromas intensify, evolving into a vibrant and aromatic bouquet. The wet leaves exude a powerful berry-like fragrance, reminiscent of a fresh smoothie, with notes of blueberries, red currant, and cranberries.
Complexity: Hints of gooseberry, coconut, lychee, mangosteen, and spices like cardamom, along with floral undertones, add further layers of complexity.
Infusion:
The tea has a fruity-berry flavor with dominant notes of blueberries, red currant, and cranberries, balanced by a subtle smoky-woody undertone.
The taste is strong, aromatic, and well-balanced between sweetness, bitterness, and acidity.
The consistency is thick and cloudy with a smooth, satisfying mouthfeel.
Additional Notes:
Rustic undertones emerge in the background, offering an earthy depth to the tea.
When brewed stronger and for longer durations, it develops a resemblance to Shu Pu’erh, making it a unique and versatile tea.
This tea is a standout choice for those seeking bold flavors and aromatic complexity. With its fruity-berry notes, rustic undertones, and hints of Shu Pu’erh characteristics, it offers a one-of-a-kind experience. Its excellent aging potential and adaptability in brewing methods make it a must-have for tea enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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 to each infusion.
This tea is highly versatile and responds well to different brewing techniques. Experiment with water temperatures between 90–96°C and try shorter or longer infusion times for unique flavor variations. Keep in mind that this tea brews strong quickly, so adjust accordingly.
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