1. Place of origin and raw materials
· Tea base: Yinghong No. 9 (core production area of Yingde, Qingyuan Yingde, Guangdong)
In 1961, the Guangdong Tea Science Institute selected and bred large-leaf varieties from Yunnan, becoming a provincial-level superior variety; Picking and picking one bud and one leaf / one bud and two leaves of spring
Fresh tea leaves, fully fermented (80%-90%), naturally carrying honey, floral, and fruity aromas, rich and sweet flavor, durable for infusion
· Osmanthus: Selected golden osmanthus (autumn season)
Fresh osmanthus, manually selected, sulfur-free, fragrance-free, coloring-free, and additive-free, with a pure, sweet floral aroma
2. Manufacturing Process: Traditional scented method
1. Yinghong No. 9: Fresh leaves → withered→ rolled→ fermented→ dried to produce black tea bases
2. Scented flowers: one layer of tea and one layer of fresh osmanthus, layered and stacked for scenting; Let it sit to absorb floral scents, release flowers and dissipate heat in a timely manner, and repeat
Soak 2-3 times
3. Sifting flowers and low-temperature roasting: removes lost flowers, locks in aroma, and sets the shape; tea absorbs floral aroma and blends into the tea character
3. Appearance, liquor color, and leaf base
· Dry tea: tightly knotted black and lustrous stems, golden tips visible, interspersed with golden dried osmanthus; Dry aroma of sweet osmanthus and honey
Tea liquor: bright red and translucent, golden yellow with golden rings, clear and bright
· Leaf base: reddish-brown, evenly tender, soft, intact, and tough
4. Aroma and Taste and Flavor
● Aroma layers: Elegant osmanthus fragrance rises first, followed by Yingjiu honey/chestnut notes; The floral aroma is rich but not greasy, and the tea aroma is mellow and deep
Stable and naturally lasting integration
∴ Texture and Flavor: smooth and sweet, mellow and full-bodied, slightly sweet without astringency; Osmanthus is clear and sweet, balanced with a heavy and heavy aftertaste, lingering sweetness that lingers and throats
The lingering fragrance of the melody lingers; Rich but not greasy, fresh and harmonious
· Brew Endurance: Can be refilled 5-7 times, with stable aroma and flavor
5. Brewing Method
· Water temperature: 85-90°C; avoid boiling water to cook tender shoots or release bitterness and astringency
· Tea Brewing: 3-5g (about a small pinch of tea)
≈ utensils: glass cups, gaiwan (covered bowls), and Yixing teapots
Serving soup: 3-5 seconds to make soup; Increase the soaking time each subsequent infusion
Cold brew: cold water/mineral water tea, refrigerated for 2-4 hours, sweet and refreshing
6. Storage and Shelf Life
● Storage: sealed, cool, dry, protected from light, odorless, moisture-proof, and odor-proof
· Shelf life: About 3 years at room temperature
7. Features and applicable scenarios
The tea is mild and mild, warms the stomach, reduces greasiness, and refreshes the mind and soothes; For everyday drinking, office afternoon tea, post-meal cleansing, or as a gift souvenir
All rites are appropriate.
Product QA
Q: Is this really Yinghong No.9 tea base?
A: It uses 100% Yingde‑origin Yinghong No.9 large‑leaf black
tea base. It is not ordinary low‑cost black tea, delivering richer tea flavour,
longer sweet aftertaste and better brew resistance.
Q: Is the osmanthus fragrance from artificial flavouring?
Will it be overly cloying?
A: Natural golden osmanthus is used for scenting. No
artificial flavourings are added. The fragrance is elegant, natural and
pleasant, with a fresh sweet taste that is not cloying on the palate.
Q: Can it be cold‑brewed?
A: Highly suitable! Cold brewing brings out more prominent
osmanthus aroma with clean and refreshing tea liquor, making it an all‑season
versatile drink for Hong Kong.
Q: Will the tea taste bitter or astringent?
A: Yinghong No.9 itself has low bitterness and astringency.
With proper water temperature and steeping time, it yields a smooth, sweet
taste with barely any astringency.
Q: When will orders be shipped for Hong Kong?
A: In‑stock at our Hong Kong warehouse. Orders placed on
working days will be shipped within 1‑2 working days via HKTVmall platform
logistics.
