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BLACK TEA: ROCK FIRE, Gu Shu eshen Hun cha, China, 2023

BLACK TEA: ROCK FIRE, Gu Shu eshen Hun cha, China, 2023

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Rare high-mountain red tea sourced from wild, old trees in the Feng Qing region. The aroma is vivid, woody-berry with notes of black currant and charcoal. The taste is sweet, juicy, with a voluminous texture. The aftertaste is rich and enduring, carrying hints of flowers and minerals.

Tasting Notes:
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Blackberry, blackcurrant, mountain spring, charcoal, minerals, pine, resin, cherry, almond, liqueur, brandy

Caffeine/Theanine:
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Strong

Tea Effect:
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Tonic, energizing, digestive, positive vibe, up concentration

Health Benefits:
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  • Rich in Antioxidants: Black tea is a valuable source of antioxidants, such as flavonoids, which combat oxidative stress and help protect the body from harmful free radicals.
  • Cardiovascular Support: Studies suggest that regular consumption of black tea may reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, supporting heart health and lowering cholesterol levels.
  • Enhanced Cognitive Function: Caffeine and the amino acid L-theanine present in black tea may collaborate to improve cognitive function, increasing alertness and concentration.
  • Bone Strengthening: Flavonoids in black tea may impact bone health, contributing to the strengthening of bone tissue and reducing the risk of osteoporosis.
  • Antimicrobial Properties: Black tea may possess antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, aiding the body in fighting infections.
  •  Metabolism Boost: The combination of caffeine and catechins in black tea can stimulate metabolism, helping maintain a healthy weight and energy levels.

About the Tea:
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Sensory evaluation of tea masters:
1. Autumn ash of campfires, morning mist wraps the landscape. Winter enters slowly, quietly, with soft steps, picking ripe berries of black currants, blackberries and raspberries covered with a crust of frost. Berry bushes, frozen in the melancholic song of twilight, crunch under your hands, as do the trunks of pine trees swaying in the wind and the air filled with the fragrance of young needles.
2. High up in the mountains, above the clouds, were cliffs, and on the cliffs grew trees, and not every traveler could gather the healing leaves of these trees. There was power in their leaves. The power of the rock, the power of the mountains and the sun that scorched the branches of the trees from time bent their crowns under the power of the winds and fed on the sap from the moisture of the dew. In this scarcity was all the richness of flavor and strength of wild tea.

Brew Tea:
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Teapot - 400-500 ml. Porcelain, ceramic Begin by rinsing and preheating the utensils, then add to the teapot 5 grams of tea Steeping time 15-20 minutes

Spillage method
Teapot 120 ml 6.9 grams 5-7 pours Time:

  1. 10 seconds,
  2. 15 seconds,
  3. 20 seconds,
  4. 25 seconds,
  5. 30 seconds
  6. 45 seconds

Water Temperature: 95-98 degrees Celsius

Origin: China
Province: Yunnan
Region: Feng Qing
Year: 2023

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Temperature water:

The water temperature for brewing tea depends on the type of tea, as different varieties require specific conditions to bring out optimal flavor characteristics. Here are general recommendations for water temperature for different types of tea:

Green Tea:

  • Water temperature: 70-80°C.
  • Green tea is delicate, and a high temperature can lead to bitterness. Use the lower end of the range for light green teas and higher for more robust ones.

White Tea:

  • Water temperature: 80-85°C.
  • White tea is also quite delicate, and a lower temperature helps preserve its soft and sweet flavor profile.

Oolong and Yellow Tea:

  • Water temperature: 85-90°C.(185-194°F)
  • Oolong and yellow tea often require a slightly higher temperature to reveal their complex aromas.

Black-Red Tea:

  • Water temperature: 90-95°C.
  • Black tea is typically fuller-bodied and spicier, so a higher temperature helps extract its rich flavor qualities.

Pu'erh Tea:

  • Water temperature: 95-100°C.
  • Pu'er, especially shu (cooked) pu'er, benefits from a high temperature to fully develop its flavor.

  • Use only pure water without additives and extraneous odors to experience the true taste of tea. Don't forget to experiment with proportions and brewing times; this will help you find the perfect balance of flavors that suits you.

How to get the maximum flavor from tea extraction?

For the best experience in getting the maximum tea flavor, use a tippod with a spill function, gaiwan or gongfu teapot.

Follow the 5-second rule. Most teas reveal their aroma and flavor within 5 seconds of brewing. Carefully observe the water temperature that is required for the type of tea you are brewing. Use a thermos to keep the water at the same temperature.

1. Rinse - Rinse the tea in the kettle. Do this quickly, getting rid of the tea from the dust. One to three seconds is sufficient.

2. Straining. Now you can make the first brewing of tea. Pour water 1 centimeter higher than the leaf and drain after 5 seconds. taste the tea.

3 strain. Pour water and add another 5 seconds to the spill. 10 seconds - drain. Taste the tea and feel the bouquet and flavor unfold.

4 strain: repeat the same process. 15 seconds. If bitterness and astringency appear, reduce the duration of the pour by 10 seconds and repeat.

In this way you can brew the tea several times and each time the flavor will open up more and more until it subsides.

Experiment with time and find your personal ideal tea strain.