Hồng Trà Shan Tuyết Cổ Thụ | Hộp 300gr

What is Shan Tuyet Ancient Tree Black Tea?

Shan Tuyet Ancient Tree Black Tea is a fermented tea made from young tea buds—specifically one bud and one leaf—harvested from wild-growing ancient Shan Tuyet tea trees in the high mountains of Tay Con Linh (Ha Giang). These trees grow naturally at elevations above 1,200 meters, where the climate is cool year-round and constantly shrouded in mist.

The tea trees are between 300–500 years old, with deep roots that absorb rich natural minerals and the essence of the forested mountains. The buds are typically covered in a fine layer of white fuzz, a signature characteristic of ancient Shan Tuyet tea. When brewed, the tea yields an amber-red liquor, with a honeyed, herbal aroma and a smooth, lingering sweetness at the back of the throat.

Flavor Profile of Shan Tuyet Ancient Tree Black Tea

Crafted from ancient tea buds grown at elevations above 1,200 meters in the misty, cool Northwestern mountains of Vietnam, this tea reflects the unique terroir and traditional processing methods of the region:

• Aroma: Upon opening the lid of the teapot, you’ll notice a deep and rustic fragrance—a fusion of wild forest wood, honey, and a faint hint of natural smokiness developed during fermentation. The aroma is long-lasting and lingers over multiple infusions.
• Taste: The first sip offers a smooth, mellow experience with only the slightest astringency. This is quickly followed by a refined and lasting sweetness that cools the throat—an exceptional feature of high-altitude ancient tree teas.
• Liquor: The tea infuses to a clear, bright amber-red, reflecting proper oxidation and the rich concentration of nutrients within the leaves.

Brewing Guide for Shan Tuyet Ancient Tree Black Tea

Below is a detailed brewing guide to help you preserve the bold flavor, lasting sweetness, and natural charm of this mountain-grown ancient tree black tea:

Ingredients & Utensils:

• 5–6g of Shan Tuyet Ancient Tree Black Tea for a 200ml teapot
• Purified or natural spring water
• Water temperature: 80–85°C (176–185°F)
• Teaware: Teapot, fairness pitcher (cha hai), tasting cups, tea strainer (if needed)

Brewing Steps:

• Step 1: Warm the teaware
  Rinse the teapot and cups with hot water to remove any odors and stabilize temperature, which helps the tea release its aroma better.
• Step 2: Wake the tea
  Place the tea in the pot and pour in a small amount of hot water (80–85°C), just enough to cover the leaves. Swirl gently and discard the water after about 3 seconds. This step awakens the tea and removes any residual dust.
• Step 3: Steep the tea
  Pour hot water over the tea, steep for 15–20 seconds depending on your taste. Pour all the liquor into the fairness pitcher to avoid over-steeping, which could cause bitterness. You can re-steep the leaves 4–5 more times, increasing the steep time by 5–10 seconds with each infusion. Shan Tuyet Black Tea maintains its flavor well across infusions.
• Step 4: Savor the tea
  Pour the tea into tasting cups and sip slowly to enjoy its mellow bitterness, lingering sweetness, and distinctive forest-honey fragrance.

Notes:

• Avoid using unfiltered tap water as it may negatively affect the tea’s flavor.
• Brewing in clay or Yixing teapots enhances the depth and smoothness of the tea.