Oxidation
70%
Caffeine
30.0 mg
L-Theanine
5.0 mg
Harvest
Spring (May)
Altitude
300-700m
Leaf Type
Twisted strips
Description
Da Hong Pao is the most prestigious Wuyi rock oolong, grown on the mineral-rich cliffs of the Wuyi Mountains in Fujian. The original mother bushes are national treasures with tea once sold for more than gold. Heavily roasted over charcoal, Da Hong Pao delivers a profound mineral depth ('yan yun' or rock rhyme), dark caramel sweetness, and a lingering warmth that endures through many infusions.
Brewing Guide
Temperature
100°C
Steep Time
20s
Water Ratio
15ml/g
Infusions
9x
Recommended vessel: Yixing clay teapot (dedicated to Wuyi rock tea)
Da Hong Pao demands boiling water to extract its deep mineral 'yan yun' (rock rhyme). Rinse twice for heavily roasted batches. A dedicated Yixing pot seasoned with rock oolong enhances the mineral character over time. Short initial steeps (15-20s) extending to 60s+ on later rounds.