Hong Yun Black (No. 21) also comes from Yuchi Tea Farm located close to Sun Moon Lake, where Mrs. Yeh and her fater are mastering their unique tea selections, available only in limited quantities. The farm operates with an organic approach and uses only eco-friendly methods for tea processing. Gentle handling and rich nutrients make the teas not only health-friendly but environmentally friendly as well. This very rare cultivar is a brand new development at the same time, as it only exists since 2008. It is the result of crossing a Chinese Qimen black tea varietal with the Burmese large-leaf Kyang.
Hong Yun is easily recognizable by its twisted, thin and dark-green leaves.
The literal tranlation of Hong Yun, originated from its Chinese written characters stands for ’Red Rhythm’. However, part of the characters may also refer to the long-lasting effect, in this case an aftertaste that the tea leaves on the palate.
The brew of the hand-picked and fully oxidised tea leaves is rich and bright orange-red, with an almost savoury, spicy aroma, that also resembles grapefruit and citrus flowers. Its taste is also dominated by energetic impressions, especially the marvellously vivid combination of pomelo and orange, that will certainly revive your taste buds.
