Da Hong Pao: The King of Chinese Teas
Da Hong Pao (Chinese: 大紅袍, pinyin: Dà Hóng páo) is a Chinese cliff tea produced in the northwest of Fujian Province, in the Wuyi Mountains (Chinese: 武夷山, pinyin: wǔyíshān). It is classified as a semi-fermented oolong tea. This is not just a tea, it is a legend shrouded in mystery and revered as a treasure of Chinese tea culture. Its name literally translates as "Big Red Robe", which refers to the bright color of the blossoming buds and rich infusion.
Homeland of Da Hong Pao
This oolong comes from the Wuyi Mountains in Fujian Province. It is here, on steep cliffs, that tea bushes grow, providing the raw material for this unique drink. Legend has it that once an emperor, escaping from bad weather, took shelter under one of these bushes. When he woke up, he felt much better, and since then tea from these bushes has been considered an imperial drink.
Features of Da Hong Pao
- Unique taste: Da Hong Pao has a complex and rich taste. It combines notes of flowers, fruits, nuts and tree bark. Each new steeping reveals new shades of aroma.
- High Cost: The best Da Hong Pao varieties are considered to be among the most expensive teas in the world. Their cost is due to the limited amount of raw materials, labor-intensive production process and unique properties.
- Medicinal properties: Da Hong Pao has a number of beneficial properties. It strengthens the immune system, improves digestion, has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular and nervous systems.
How to brew Da Hong Pao
In order to fully reveal the taste and aroma of this tea, it is recommended to follow the following brewing rules:
- Water temperature: 95-100°C
- Amount of tea: 5-7 grams per brew
- Brewing time: First brew – 30 seconds, subsequent brews – 10-15 seconds longer.
- Utensils: Gaiwan or small clay teapot.
What to pair Da Hong Pao with
Da Hong Pao is such a self-sufficient tea that it is best drunk neat. However, if you want to highlight some of its notes, you can try pairing it with light snacks such as nuts, dried fruits or traditional Chinese sweets.
Da Hong Pao is not just a drink, it is a philosophy, a journey into the world of Chinese culture. It gives pleasure, soothes the soul and strengthens the body.
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Tea variety
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Da Hong Pao |
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Country
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China |
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Habitat
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Уишань Баньян (武夷山半岩) |
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Manufacturer
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Чайная Линия |
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Declared weight, g
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50 |
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The Wuyi Mountains, and shan, as is known, is translated as "mountain" or "mountains", are located on the border of the provinces of Fujian and Jiangxi. This is a mountain range located on an area of about 1000 square kilometers. The highest point is Mount Huanggangshan, 2158 meters high, which is included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage, both for cultural and natural criteria.
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