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Da Hong Pao (Big Red Robe) Quick Facts
- Name
- Da Hong Pao (Big Red Robe) (大红袍, Dà Hóng Páo)
- Type
- Oolong
- Origin
- Wuyi Mountains, Fujian
- Thermal Nature
- Warm
- Caffeine
- Medium-High
- Brewing
- 95-100°C (203-212°F), 20-30 sec first steep, 8-12 steeps steeps
Da Hong Pao (Big Red Robe)
Warm大红袍 (Dà Hóng Páo)
Oolong · Wuyi Mountains, Fujian
The king of Wuyi rock oolongs (岩茶). Heavily roasted with deep mineral character from the rocky cliffs where it grows. Original mother bushes are centuries old and priceless.
Flavor Profile
Roasted, mineral, dark fruit, long aftertaste
Caffeine Level
Medium-High
Brewing Guide
Temperature
95-100°C (203-212°F)
Amount
5-8g per 100ml
Steep Time
20-30 sec first steep
Number of Steeps
8-12 steeps
Health Benefits
- ✓ Warms the stomach
- ✓ Promotes circulation
- ✓ Aids digestion
- ✓ Calms the mind