Description
Product Overview
This 2026 Spring “Ye Sheng Shai Hong” is a rare bridge between traditional black tea and the aging potential of Puerh. Sourced from wild arbor tea trees in the high-altitude, primordial forests of Fengqing, it is processed using the ancient “Sun-Drying” method. Rather than being high-fired, the leaves are dried under the natural Yunnan sun, preserving active enzymes and a profound “Mountain & Wild Essence” (Shan Ye Qi). This is a living tea that will grow smoother and deeper with age.
Sensory Profile
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Appearance: Bold, thick, and tightly twisted threads. The color is a deep, oily obsidian-black, reflecting the rich nutrients and organic matter of the forest floor.
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Aroma: A captivating explosion of wild mountain flowers and resinous wood, underpinned by a hint of unrefined honey.
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Palate: The liquor is a brilliant, luminous golden-orange. The mouthfeel is exceptionally silky and “thick,” with a multi-layered complexity that balances wild sweetness with a robust mineral spine.
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Finish: A deep and resonant “Throat Rhyme” (Hou Yun). The sweetness is clean and persistent, leaving the mouth feeling hydrated and filled with a lingering floral breath.
Technical Specifications
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Origin: Fengqing, Yunnan Province (Ancient Forest Terroir).
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Harvest: 2026 Early Spring (Wild Arbor Trees).
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Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and odorless environment. Unlike most black teas, this sun-dried version does not require refrigeration and will improve over 3–5 years if kept in a stable, room-temperature environment.
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Shelf Life: 3–5 years (Aged potential).
Brewing Recommendations
To fully unlock the “Wild Spirit” of this sun-dried Dian Hong:
| Variable | Suggested Parameters |
| Tea Amount | 5–7g per 100–120ml |
| Water Temp | 90–93°C (194–200°F). Avoid rolling boils for the first few steeps to protect the delicate spring sugars. |
| Vessel | Ceramic Gaiwan (preferred for heat retention) or Glass Teapot. |
| The Rinse | 1 Quick Rinse (5 seconds) to “awaken” the sun-dried fibers. |
| Steeping | 1st–4th infusions: 5–10s (Flash steep); 5th–10th: increase by 10s; 10th+: 30s+. |
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