Fengqing Shaihong

Red Shaihong tea from old Fengqing trees is a unique drink that combines depth of taste, final drying in the sun and a rich aromatic bouquet. Made from old tea bushes and trees, it impresses with its complexity, softness and long aftertaste. This tea is a great choice for connoisseurs of sophisticated, natural drinks.

Raw material: from old bushes and trees (from 100 to 150 years old) Harvest altitude: 1800-2000 m Harvest date: April 11, 2025 Harvest location: Fengqing County: Lincang Province: Yunnan.

Aroma of warmed leaves: deep, multifaceted, smoothly transitioning from one to another: sage, eucalyptus, bay leaf, carpenter's shop, boards, mint, mud, thyme, many aromas. They replace each other: mud turns into allspice, thyme into tansy, and then into sage. Of course, only delicately processed tea leaves have such a wide range of natural aromas. The taste of the infusion: contrasting, intoxicating. Notes of propolis, muscat wine, almonds, a bit of citrus peel. Aftertaste: rich, long-lasting, with a signature stone note for Ailaoshan teas.

What is Shaihong?

Shaihong is a style of red tea in which withering, rolling, and oxidation are followed by final drying in natural sunlight. This processing supports a soft, deep flavour with characteristic fruit-and-honey notes, gentle astringency, and a long sweet finish.

Tea from old trees

The leaves for this tea are collected from old tea trees in Fengqing, which are more than 100 years old. These trees have a deep root system, which allows them to absorb more minerals and trace elements from the soil, enriching the taste and aroma of tea. This tea is distinguished by its softness, complexity and multifaceted taste bouquet.

Brewing recommendations

Gongfu brewing (Chinese method)

Proportion: 5-6 g of tea per 100 ml of water. Water temperature: 90-95°C. The first infusion is short (2-3 seconds) to wake up the leaf, then each subsequent infusion increases by a few seconds. Tea withstands up to 8-10 pours.

European method

Proportion: 3-4 g of tea per 250 ml of water. Water temperature: 90-95°C. Infusion time: 2-3 minutes. You can brew again, increasing the time by 30-60 seconds.

Storage recommendations

To preserve the aroma and taste, tea should be stored in a dry, cool place, away from extraneous odors and moisture. It is best to use a sealed ceramic or metal container. It is not recommended to store tea in plastic packaging or near strongly smelling products, as it easily absorbs odors.