Straight ・ Sun Moon Lake Ruby (No.18)
Sun Moon Lake Ruby (No.18)
Taiwan Tea No. 18. Unique aroma reminiscent of cinnamon and mint.
- Origin
- Nantou County, Taiwan
- Liquor color
- Clear Ruby
- How to enjoy
- Best enjoyed straight
About Sun Moon Lake Ruby (No.18)
Grown in Sun Moon Lake, Taiwan, 'Hongyu' (Taiwan Tea No. 18) is a cultivar created by crossing Burmese large-leaf varieties with native Taiwanese plants. It is characterized by its refreshing and unique aroma reminiscent of cinnamon and mint. The clear ruby color of the liquor is also beautiful, making it a representative of Taiwanese black tea that is best enjoyed straight to appreciate its individuality.
How to brew
Good tea comes down to three basics: the amount of leaves, fresh boiling water, and steeping time. Use about one teaspoon (3g) of leaves per cup, pour freshly boiled water at 95–100°C briskly over them, put the lid on the pot, and steep for 2.5–3 minutes. When the leaves circulate up and down in the pot (the 'jumping' effect), the aroma and flavor come out well.
- As a straight tea
- Enjoy the tea's natural aroma and liquor color. Steep for about 2.5–3 minutes; shorten it slightly if you find it too astringent. Pour out to the very last drop (the 'best drop') so the second cup keeps the same strength.
A general guide to brewing black tea. Adjust to the tea and your taste.