500g Chinese Tea Black Tea FengHetang Dian Hong Yunnan Dianhong Maofeng Tea

 Premium Fengqing Dianhong Maofeng Black Tea | Yunnan Golden Tips Loose Leaf | Rich & Malty | China's Famous Gongfu Tea

Description:

Discover the exquisite taste of Fengqing Dianhong Maofeng Tea (凤庆滇红毛峰) , a celebrated black tea from the misty highlands of Yunnan, China. Hailing from Fengqing County in Lincang City, Yunnan—the birthplace of Dianhong tea and known as the "Capital of Chinese Black Tea"-1-7—this premium loose-leaf tea is prized for its distinctive golden tips, rich malty flavor, and smooth, sweet finish. Revered for its exceptional quality, it is one of China's most famous black teas and has been used as a diplomatic gift tea for decades-5-7.

What Makes This Tea Special:

• The Birthplace of Dianhong Tea: Dianhong black tea was first developed in 1939 by renowned tea expert Feng Shaoqiu at the Shunning Experimental Tea Factory (now Yunnan Dianhong Group) in Fengqing County.This region is home to the 3,200-year-old "Jingxiu Tea Ancestor" and produces some of the world's finest black teas-7. Since 1959, Dianhong tea has been recognized by the State Council as a foreign affairs gift tea, and in 1986, "Golden Bud Tea" was presented to Queen Elizabeth II.

• Distinctive "Golden Fur Peak" Appearance: The defining characteristic of Maofeng Dianhong is its beautiful, tightly twisted leaves covered in conspicuous golden hairs (tips) .The dry leaves are jet-black and glossy, generously interspersed with golden buds that give the tea its name ("Mao" meaning fur, "Feng" meaning peak).This "golden tip" appearance is a hallmark of premium, spring-harvested Dianhong tea.

• A Symphony of Flavor & Aroma: When brewed, Dianhong Maofeng produces a bright, clear amber-red liquor.The aroma is a complex and inviting bouquet of honey, floral notes, fermented cherries, prunes, sweet dried fruit, and a warm, tannic hint of oak—with delicate vanilla undertones.The taste is smooth, mellow, and richly malty with a pronounced natural sweetness and virtually no astringency.The finish is clean and long-lasting, leaving a pleasant, lingering sweetness on your palate. It can withstand 4-5 infusions, with the flavor evolving beautifully with each steep-.

• Rich in Health Benefits: As a fully oxidized black tea, Dianhong is known for its potential to support digestive health. The fermentation process reduces the tea's stimulating effect on the stomach, making it a milder choice that is often considered gentle on the digestive system-.

• Crafted Using Traditional Gongfu Techniques: Our Dianhong Maofeng is made from the buds and leaves of the Yunnan large-leaf (Camellia sinensis var. assamica) tea trees, using the traditional "Gongfu" processing methods of withering, rolling, fermenting, and drying.

Brewing Guide:
To unlock the full flavor of these magnificent leaves, follow these simple steps:

• Tea: 2-3 grams (about 1-2 teaspoons)

• Water: 95°C–100°C (203°F–212°F) – Use freshly boiled water.

• Steep Time: 2-3 minutes for the first infusion. Adjust according to your taste preference.

• Infusions: This high-quality tea can be steeped 4-5 times. For each subsequent infusion, increase the steeping time by 20-30 seconds to enjoy the evolving layers of flavor.