Product Description
Red Plum, also known as Jiu Qu Hong Mei, is a distinctive black tea from Hangzhou in Zhejiang, China. Its bright, clear amber-red infusion combines a naturally sweet, honey-like aroma with gentle floral warmth. Smooth, mellow, and balanced, it is an approachable tea for everyday drinking.
Culture and Heritage
Red Plum is a rare and distinctive black tea. Of Zhejiang’s 28 famous teas, 27 are green teas; Red Plum is the region’s only traditional black tea, earning it the nickname “Black Tea Longjing.” It reflects Hangzhou’s heritage of traditional tea craftsmanship.
Picking and Craft
Handpicked to a one-bud-and-two-leaves standard, this tea is traditionally fermented and slowly baked. These methods carry forward the tea’s heritage craftsmanship and develop its gentle, rounded character.
Flavor Profile
- Naturally sweet, honey-like aroma with gentle floral warmth
- Bright, clear amber-red infusion
- Smooth, mellow body and a balanced character rather than a particularly strong cup
- Made with 100% natural black tea, with no added flavoring
Selection Philosophy
BESTLEAFTEA emphasizes direct sourcing, careful selection, and fair pricing, bringing traditional tea craftsmanship to everyday tea drinking.
Brewing Guide
- Use 2–3g of tea per 8 fl oz cup of water (approximately 240ml)
- Water temperature: 195–205°F (approximately 90–96°C)
- Steep for 2–3 minutes
- Re-steep 3–4 times, adjusting to taste
Product Details
- Tea type: Black tea
- Origin: Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
- Ingredients: 100% natural black tea, with no added flavoring
- Net weight: 200g
- Package: Bag
- Shelf life: 730 days
- Manufacturer number (MFR): REPM-BLK-BAG-200
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