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Mengsong Shaihong is a unique variety of red tea produced in the Mengsong Mountains in Yunnan Province, China. Its name translates as "Sun-Dried Red Tea from the Mengsong Mountains." This name reflects the tea's production process: drying it in direct sunlight, which imparts a distinctive flavor and aroma.
When warmed, a subtle, intriguing aroma emerges, with hints of an empty oak wine barrel, dry wood, and fragrant wild herbs dried in the attic of a country house. After rinsing, the aroma is vibrant and balsamic, with notes of mint oil, camphor, spices, and rustic baked goods.
What makes Mansun Shaikhun special?
- Sun-dried: The key feature of this tea is that it is dried in the open sun, not the traditional way. This drying method imparts a bright, fruity aroma and honeyed notes.
- Slow-growing tea trees: The tea trees from which the leaves for Mengsun Shaikhun are harvested grow very slowly, high in the mountains. This allows the leaves to accumulate more nutrients and develop a more intense flavor.
- Variety of Flavors: Mensun Shaikhun's flavor is very rich and multifaceted. It features notes of dried fruit, flowers, honey, nuts, and even a touch of sweetness.
- Health benefits: Like many other red teas, Mengsun Shaikhun is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. It helps strengthen the immune system, improve digestion, and boost overall energy.
How to brew Mensun Shaikhun?
- Water temperature: The optimal water temperature for brewing Mensun Shaikhun is about 90-95°C.
- Amount of tea: 7-8 grams of tea is enough for a gaiwan or teapot.
- Brewing time: First brew – 10 seconds, subsequent ones – a little longer.
- Teaware: It is best to use a clay or porcelain teapot.
What goes well with Mensun Shaikhun?
- Desserts: Tea goes well with fruit desserts, honey and nuts.
- Light Appetizers: Mensun Shaikhun makes a great addition to light appetizers such as cheese plates or fruit salads.
- Meat Dishes: This tea can be served with tender meat dishes such as chicken or fish.
Mengsun Shaikhun is a true gift for connoisseurs of quality tea. Its bright, fruity aroma and rich flavor will leave no one indifferent. If you're looking to try something new and unusual in the world of tea, Mengsun Shaikhun is an excellent choice.
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Name in Chinese
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勐宋晒红 |
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Pinyin
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měngsòng shàihóng |
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English name
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Meng Song shaihong |
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Translation
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Sun-dried red tea from Mengsong Mountains |
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Tea variety
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Shai Hong |
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Country
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China |
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District
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Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture |
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Provinces
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Yunnan (云南) |
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Region
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Menghai (勐海) |
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Habitat
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Мэнсун (勐宋, měngsòng) |
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A variety of tea tree (bush)
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Da Ye Zhong |
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It is a type of red tea from Yunnan province, and appeared on the market relatively recently, in 2014. A year later, the new product began to be actively discussed in the media, and a year later, almost every tea factory in the region presented its own version of shai hong.
