Gongfu Handcrafted Black Tea - Tea Sample

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The Gongfu Handcrafted Black Tea Sample originates from Tongmuguan in the Wuyi Mountains, Fujian Province. Grown at an altitude of 1,000–1,500 meters, this region is nestled within a pristine Central Asian subtropical forest ecosystem.

Discover how to brew GongFu Handcrafted Black Tea — a rich and flavorful black tea crafted using traditional Chinese techniques.

Characteristics

• Originating from the region recognized as the birthplace of black tea, it is renowned for producing some of the finest black teas in the world.
• Grown in a pristine, pesticide-free environment, thriving in pure and natural surroundings.
• Hand-picked and meticulously crafted using traditional Chinese tea-making techniques. The leaves are dried over local pine wood, imparting a distinctive smoky flavor with hints of pine aroma.
• Features glossy black leaves, tightly rolled into full-bodied strips, reflecting its superior quality.

Flavor

• The tea liquor is clear and bright red, offering a fresh and vibrant taste.
• Slightly sweet, with a smooth and mellow mouthfeel that lingers on the palate.
• A rich, smoky flavor is beautifully complemented by subtle hints of pine, creating a layered and complex flavor profile.
• Versatile in preparation, it performs exceptionally well when cold-brewed, used as a base for milk tea, or brewed with standard or Gongfu tea methods.

Gongfu Tea Brewing Guide

(Traditional Method)

Tips: Tea masters recommend steeping times based on each tea's unique flavor, starting the timer after pouring the water.

Common Brewing Guide

(Easy Everyday Preparation)

Tips: You can adjust the steeping time or leaf-to-water ratio to suit your taste—shorten the infusion for a lighter brew or extend it for a stronger one.