'Imperial Concubine' originates from gentle slope tea gardens at 600-800m altitude in Xingzhen Town, Wuyi Mountain. It is selected from a single plant of natural hybrid offspring of Cinnamon tea. Harvested in spring with one bud and one leaf. High soluble sugar content (4.8%) and moderate tea polyphenols (20.6%) endow the tea infusion with a natural lychee fruit aroma and honey sweetness. The volatile aroma contains cis-3-hexenol, linalool, and beta-ionone working in synergy, quantified at 1.29mg/g by GC-MS, leaving a rose aftertaste even when cooled. Light withering and light rolling, followed by controlled fermentation at 28°C for 70 minutes then light firing to sufficient dryness, yielding moisture content ≤4.2%, tea theaflavins at 1.05%, and tea thearubigins at 9.7%, producing a bright orange-red liquor. Caffeine level is 27mg/200ml for gentle stimulation; water extractables at 46%, remaining flavorful through 8-9 infusions. Double sealed with aluminum foil bag and tin canister to ensure aromatic stability for 24 months at room temperature away from light; SGS tested for 500 pesticide residues, none detected. Full traceability under SC certification. For the price of a milk tea, you can enjoy the springtime fruit aroma reminiscent of 'juicy lychee.'
Organic Loose Leaf Black Tea · Imperial Concubine Black Tea 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 | Wuyi Mountain, Xingzhen Town, Fujian Province, China |
| Tea Type/Processing | Black Tea · Imperial Concubine |
| Grade | Premium |
| Harvest Year | Spring 2025 |
| Plucking Standard | One bud and one leaf |
| Aroma Profile | Lychee Fruit, Honey Sugar, Rose Flower |
| Taste | Fresh, mellow, sweetish, smooth with long-lasting sweet aftertaste and cooling sensation |
| Liquor Color | Bright orange-red with a distinct golden rim |
| Raw Material Variety | Single clone of Cinnamon variant 'Imperial Concubine' |
| Altitude | 600-800m |
| Roasting Level | Light |
| Brewing Recommendation | 95°C | 1g/50ml | 10s start, subsequent infusions +5–8s |
| Caffeine Content | Approx. 27mg/200ml (UPLC-MS verified) |
| Net Weight | 100g (available in 50g/100g/250g options) |
| Packaging | Aluminum foil bag + tin canister |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Storage | Store in cool, dry, dark place; refrigeration recommended after opening |
| Certifications/Test Reports | SGS pesticide residue compliant (SC No.: SC11435098101400) |
| Producer/Brand | Fu'an Hong Xu Tea Factory |
| Shipping Origin | Nanping, Fujian, China |