The Fu'An area along the coast near the border with Zhejiang Province is mountainous and famous for rich tasting teas. The cultivars developed in these mountains over a period of hundreds of years now produce a variety of black teas that are widely recognized for their craftmanship and nuanced flavors. Our Black No. 6 is a local varietal grown near the Tan Yang village. This lot is made to local custom using the popular "Golden Eyebrow" style for processing.
Lot Notes. We found a new source for this tea this spring. Grown on a family-run farm, the lot was harvested in the first week of April 2025.
Tea Facts. Made to the traditional Fujianese style of a "Golden Eyebrow" black tea. Number 6 was grown in the Ping Yan area, known as South Mountain. Tea garden has an elevation of 800 meters.
Tasting Notes. Aroma is decidedly malty. The cup is sweet, nuanced and clean. Taste offers notes of chocolate. The finish lingers with a nice warming effect. Can take milk and sugar if one so desires!
Brewing Suggestions. Use water warmed to 195-205 F, 3 grams (a full tablespoon) of leaf for 6-8 ounces of water. Steep for 2 - 2.5 minutes and taste. All the notes of this early pick tea should be open to enjoy. Leaves will offer multiple steeps.
SKU: B-BT-6-1
Black Tea
Add 30 seconds for each successive steep — flavors evolve.
Black tea is a leaf that has been fully oxidized. This rigorous oxidization produces a tea of hearty rich flavors while reducing its astringency and bringing out a natural sweetness.
Flavors will range from bright, brisk, peppery, clean, and smoky to aromatic, bold, malty, nutty, spicy, and sweet. Blacks are known for long, delicately aromatic, and comforting aftertastes. Note, they are often enjoyed with milk or sweetener.