Red Pearls (Hong Zhen Zhu)
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A high-grade Mao Feng leaf has been rolled into a shiny small pearl and oxidized to a deep brown color. The result is an unusual and rare Fujian Province black tea that is softly aromatic, offering a touch of smokiness and a light, naturally sweet finish. Cup color is a rich red and clean. Our lot is very well made, the craftsmanship is apparent. This style of black tea was once quite common but in recent years has become rare as the processing of the leaf is quite difficult.
Tea Notes
Traditionally, this tea was made with Mao Feng varietal. Now, mostly Oolong style leaf. We believe MF leaf offers a more interesting flavor.
The sheen on the leaf may result from rolling the pearls together, perhaps with some rice hulls.
The sheen on the leaf may result from rolling the pearls together, perhaps with some rice hulls.