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Zunyi Hong black tea

Zunyi Hong black tea

遵义红Zūnyì hóng

A black tea from the Zunyi region of Guizhou. The curled style shown here has dark brown leaves with some golden tips, a clear red-amber infusion, a sweet aroma and a fresh, full taste; no sweetener is required.

Order in Chinese

At the table

How to enjoy it

Let the tea cool slightly, then sip from the cup, leaving the leaves behind. If served in a pot or gaiwan, pour the infusion into a drinking cup; the leaves can be infused again.

A useful check

Contains caffeine and may be served very hot. This is not a caffeine-free herbal drink.

How it may vary

The representative cup is plain, without added sugar, milk or honey. Leaf selection, processing and brewing strength affect its taste.

Know what you’re trying.

Plain brewed tea; no fixed serving size.

Ingredients

The named tea leaves and water.

Origin & regional roots

Guizhou

Associated with Guizhou.

About this regional connection

Guizhou: Zunyi tea-producing region, including Meitan.

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A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ

Story & history

Zunyi Hong black tea

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

Zunyi Hong belongs to Guizhou's black-tea tradition, including production around Meitan. Curled, straight and granular forms exist; leaf shape and grade affect the cup.

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