T-18 Red Jade White Tea
Simply put...
Don't be deceived by the dark leaf appearance - this tea delivers a light clear cup. The infused leaf has a distinct camphor like tone while the cup is thick & sweet leaving a mellow tone & lingering coolness in the mouth. Be patient - it takes a little time to get to know this tea!
For interest.....
Please read more about this tea in our blog > EXPLORING THE DIVERSITY OF TAIWANESE TEA: BLOG 1 : WHITE TEA
In more depth...
Tea Maker : This tea is made in a small family run factory under the supervision of Yuwen - please read this blog to learn more about our Taiwanese tea
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Leaf Origin : Mr Li, Baguashan, Nantou County, Taiwan, 300m ASL
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Harvest Time : Summer 2022
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Cultivar : Hong Yu T-18 tea cultivar [please read more on Taiwanese cultivars by clicking on this link > this cultivar is the base the very famous Red Jade Black Tea]
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Plucking standard : Hand Picked young leaves and buds
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Processing : low oxidation, no baking
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How to prepare tea [Gaiwan or Taiwan Travel Set]
Amount of tea per pot : 2.5g
Water temperature: 90 C
You can also enjoy this tea cold : follow our guide to making cold brew tea
Infusion / brewing time: 2-3 minutes
There is a depth of flavour that develops over multiple infusions of the same leaves.
Number of infusions: 4
How to enjoy: No sugar, no milk.
How to prepare tea [Western Style]
Amount of tea per cup (200 ml) - 5g (2 teaspoon)
Temperature of water - 90℃ / 176℉
Infusion time - 2 - 3 mins 1st infusion, 2 minute subsequent.
Number of infusions -4
There is a depth of flavour that develops over multiple infusions of the same leaves.
How to enjoy - No milk, no sugar