Jiǔ Qǔ Hóng Méi, honored as the 'Queen of Hangzhou Black Tea'. This premium 2025 spring harvest tea is sourced from low hills (200-400 m elevation) in Jiuqu, Shuangpu Town, West Lake District. The tea bushes are century-old bushes of the Longjing group cultivar, growing in selenium-rich zisha loam soil with significant day-night temperature differences, which is ideal for balancing polyphenols and amino acids. It contains 21.2% tea polyphenols and 4.0% amino acids (GB/T 8314), with a polyphenol-to-amino acid ratio of 5.3, creating a sweet, smooth taste without bitterness. The tea undergoes 6 hours of withering → light rolling → controlled fermentation at 27°C for 80 minutes → light firing to full dryness, with moisture content ≤4.3%. GC-MS testing reveals 1.24 mg/g linalool and 0.57 mg/g phenylethyl alcohol, delivering a complex aroma of caramelized honey, rose, and ripe fruit. The tea contains 1.06% theaflavins and 9.8% thearubigins (GB/T 30483), yielding a bright orange-red infusion with a distinct golden rim. With 28 mg/200 ml caffeine, it offers a gentle energy boost, and 45% water extractives ensure 8-9 infusions with sustained sweetness. Double sealed in aluminum foil bag and tin can, the tea retains its aroma for 24 months under cool, dark storage conditions. SGS tested for 500 pesticide residues, none detected. Full traceability with SC certification. Made from spring Longjing material, lightly fired to produce a red tea with floral and honey notes, bringing the essence of springtime in Jiangnan to your palate.
Top Organic Black Tea · Jiǔ Qǔ Hóng Méi 500g
Frequently Asked Questions about this Product
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No, the Black Tea Workshop only produces one type of tea, Zhengshan Xiaozhong, but to meet the needs of global users, we use supplies from other companies. We conduct in-depth investigations of these suppliers' tea leaves, processes, and tea gardens, and if they do not meet our standards, they will not be listed.
Some individual items offer samples, which may be included as a gift during promotional periods.
Core models are regularly tested, agricultural and weight are controlled according to national standards; some models have organic certification.
No fragrance or sugar is added; the aroma comes from the original leaves and the roasting process.
Yes, we provide blending suggestions and samples. Please contact customer service for details.
Generally, food items that have been opened and affect secondary sales are not supported for return; quality issues will be handled according to policy.
It is recommended to brew in small amounts lightly, or choose low caffeine/lightly fermented options, and reduce consumption in the evening.
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Product Specifications
| Origin | Xihu District, Shuangpu Town Jiuqu, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China |
| Tea Type/Processing | Black Tea · Jiǔ Qǔ Hóng Méi |
| Grade | Premium |
| Harvest Year | Spring 2025 |
| Plucking Standard | One bud with one leaf |
| Aroma Profile | Caramel sweetness, ripe fruit, subtle rose |
| Taste | Sweet, smooth, thick and silky, long-lasting sweetness with a cool aftertaste |
| Infusion Color | Bright orange-red with a wide golden rim |
| Tea Variety | Longjing group cultivar old bushes |
| Elevation | 200-400 m |
| Roasting Level | Light roast |
| Brewing Recommendation | 95°C | 1g/50ml | Start at 15s, add 5–10s for each subsequent infusion |
| Caffeine Content | Approx. 28mg/200ml (tested via UPLC-MS) |
| Net Weight | 100g (also available in 50g / 100g / 250g options) |
| Packaging | Aluminum foil bag + tin can |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry, dark place; refrigeration recommended after opening |
| Certifications/Testing | SGS pesticide residue tested (SC No.: SC11435098101400) |
| Producer/Brand | Fu'an Hong Xu Tea Factory |
| Ships From | Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China |