Collection: Da Hong Pao (Big Red Robe)

Millennial Rock Rhyme, A Legend in a Cup—Wuyi Mountain Da Hong Pao

【The Scholar Among Teas, with Rocky Bones and Floral Soul】
Da Hong Pao, the king of Wuyi rock teas and the foremost of China's Ten Famous Teas, is born amidst the crimson cliffs and emerald waters of Wuyi. Imbued with the essence of mineral-rich rocks and fragrant blossoms, it carries a legacy spanning millennia. Its name originates from an imperial legend where a red robe was bestowed to save a scholar, and its rarity and unparalleled quality have crowned it the "holy grail of teas."

【The Heartland of Terroir, A Gift of Nature】
Authentic Da Hong Pao is produced exclusively in Wuyi Mountain’s core scenic area, the legendary Jiulongke (Nine Dragons Nest). The six original mother bushes, over 350 years old, remain national treasures. Today, cuttings from these mother trees preserve the tea’s signature "vitality, sweetness, aroma, and clarity"—a rich amber liquor with a velvety texture, layered orchid and osmanthus notes, and a lingering honeyed aftertaste that lingers like poetry on the palate.

【Intangible Heritage Craftsmanship, Masterful Dedication】
Made using China’s national intangible cultural heritage techniques, Da Hong Pao undergoes over a dozen meticulous steps, including sun-withering, shaking, and charcoal roasting. The art of "judging the leaves to fix the fermentation" creates its distinctive "green leaves with red edges," while traditional charcoal baking bestows a toasty depth and remarkable aging potential—gaining complexity like a fine wine over time.

【The Art of Brewing】

• Vessel: Purple clay teapot or gaiwan to unlock its full spectrum
• Water: 100°C spring water, poured from height to awaken its essence
• Timing: First infusion 10 seconds, extending slightly with each steep
• Pairing: Sublime solo, yet elevated with light pastries

【A Treasured Heirloom, A Cultural Icon】
Once reserved for emperors, Da Hong Pao is now a national diplomatic gift. Connoisseurs cherish its dual value as a cultural artifact and appreciating asset, often quoting: "Aged Da Hong Pao rivals vintage blades." Each sip is a dialogue with time itself.

"One cup holds Wuyi’s moonlit peaks; Half a sip lingers for a thousand years.