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Generated illustration of brewed Chuanhong Gongfu black tea in a plain white cup.

Chuanhong Gongfu Black Tea

川红工夫红茶Chuānhóng gōngfu hóngchá

Yibin regional black tea, served as an infusion

A Sichuan black tea closely associated with Yibin, brewed to a clear reddish-amber color. It can have a mellow taste and floral, fruity or orange-sugar aromas. These are aroma notes, not a promise that fruit or sugar has been added.

Order in Chinese

At the table

How to enjoy it

Sip slowly once it has cooled enough. If loose leaves remain in the cup, let them settle and sip around them; ask for a strainer if needed.

A useful check

Contains caffeine and may be served very hot.

How it may vary

Here the tea is served plain. Confirm any added milk, sugar or flavorings when ordering.

Know what you’re trying.

Freshly brewed regional tea; strength, teaware and serving size vary.

Ingredients

Chuanhong Gongfu black tea leaves infused in hot water.

Origin & regional roots

Sichuan

Associated with Sichuan.

About this regional connection

Sichuan: Official regional association includes Yibin; not exclusive origin or shop availability.

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Ask if they have it first

ASK IF IT'S AVAILABLE

请问你们有川红工夫红茶吗?

Do you have this item?

A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ

Story & history

From leaf processing to a red cup

This account describes a tradition or story, rather than an established historical fact.

Chuanhong belongs to Sichuan’s black-tea tradition. Withering, rolling, oxidation and drying develop its dark leaves and red infusion. Processing and brewing shape the aroma, so cups from different producers need not taste identical.

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