A side-by-side comparison of Dian Hong leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are small and range from light brown to dark brown in color. On the right, the steeped tea is a rich orange.
A close-up of Dian Hong leaves. They are small, twisted into curls and tube shapes, and range in color from orange to dark brown.
A side-by-side comparison of Dian Hong leaves and steeped tea. On the left, the leaves are small and range from light brown to dark brown in color. On the right, the steeped tea is a rich orange.
A close-up of Dian Hong leaves. They are small, twisted into curls and tube shapes, and range in color from orange to dark brown.

Dian Hong

$7.00

[dee-en hong]          Yunnan Red

This aromatic black tea from the southwestern province of Yunnan, Dian Hong features fine, evenly-rolled mahogany-colored leaves with an abundance of orange-gold tips. Crimson infusions bow with a layered fragrance and subtly tart and spicy flavors, malty and faintly reminiscent of citrus. Its strong character and lively flavor make it a good tea for starting a busy day or having an interesting conversation. Bold and brassy.

Dian Hong is sold for $7.00 / oz.

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During processing, the tea leaves are sprinkled with Bergamot oil, letting the classic scent and flavor of Earl Grey infuse the tea in the step called Aromatization. 

Earl Grey tea is sold in an 80g box for $10.00

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[lap-song soo-chong]          Smoky Tea

This highly esteemed Chinese tea is processed over a fire of pine logs, giving it an unrivalled smoky aroma and taste. It is a good tea to drink by the fireplace or on especially dark, rainy days. The solid, black-brown leaves brew cups of pensive essences, like welcoming hearth-fires imparting a thermal inner calm.

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[ah-sahm bra-ma-pu-tra]

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Assam Brahmaputra is sold in a 100g box for $12.00.

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