Possibly the most famous and prized oolong tea in history, Da Hong Pao (Big Red Robe) is quite literally the stuff of legend.  Grown in the protected Wuyi Shan area of Fujian in south east China, the genetics for this strip style oolong variety can reportedly be traced back to the original six bushes still on display growing on the steep slopes of the Wuyi Shan tourist park.  Our classic Da Hong Pao is rich and smooth with subtle, ripe stone fruit flavors and robust yet balanced roastiness.  Subtle hints of apricot, rose, and roasted peach dance around a solid, earthy backbone and characteristicly mineral aftertaste.  A great tea for sipping while reimagining your favorite fairy tale.

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A bold black tea from the Wuyi Mountains of Fujian Province, China.  Small, tender, spring picked tea leaves are fully oxidized to create a dark and flavorful black tea.  Possibly the original black tea variety, Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong is a popular tea in China and is famous the world over as the inspiration for Lapsang Souchong.  Note that this tea IS NOT the heavily smoked Lapsang Souchong variety.  This Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong brews bright and malty with rich brown sugar and fruit notes with a lingering sweetness.  A enlivening black tea for a cold winter morning.

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A unique pressed tea cake made from Shou Mei grade white tea grown near the town of Fuding in Fujian Province of China.  This tea cake is made from larger and lower grade leaves than some other white teas, like Bai Mu Dan and Silver needle, but is no less delicious.  Large green, tan, and brown leaves are pressed tightly with large, fuzzy buds making for a striking and alluring appearance.  This Shou Mei brews a full bodied liquor with earthy, sweet flavors.  A slight floral aroma accompanies a smooth mouth feel with hints of porcini mushrooms and a lingering herbal finish.  This is an excellent tea for aging.  The stronger, earthy and herbal flavors will blend and mellow over time and the overall flavor will become sweeter with each year.  A great tea to drink now or in 10 years!

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