The Da Hong Pao from the Lion Peak Mountain area boasts exceptional quality, maximizing its rich fragrance with hints of orchid, long-lasting aroma, and distinct "rock rhyme". The traditional roasting method enhances Da Hong Pao's unique woody charcoal and fruity fragrances. The leaves are tightly knitted and greenish-brown in color; the flavor is mellow, rich, and robust; the liquor is a bright apricot yellow; the spent leaves exhibit a red rim around green leaves.
Da Hong Pao is the representative ‘rock tea’ grown in the Wuyi Mountains of Fujian Province. The family name is a testament both to the mountainous soil on which the tea takes root, and to the rich minerals that foster the development of its characteristic ‘rocky’ taste.
Da Hong Pao may remind you of a mellow fireplace piled with wood. After brewing, the tea acquires a gorgeous orange-yellow colour. It is great for winter months to warm up your body, as well as your heart and soul. The brewing process can be a bit of a challenge for beginners, but once you get a feel for it, you will find that the aroma, taste, and aftertaste are totally worth the effort. Opting for a cold brew will reduce the smokiness and bring out the tender sweet aftertaste all the more clearly.
