Sun-dried purple buds
Yesheng Gushu Zi Ya Bao Shaihong, 2026
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This is a rare Yunnan red tea crafted from purple buds (the renowned Zi Ya Bao) of ancient tea trees. The material is harvested in the high-altitude regions of Lincang from trees scattered between 1,000 and 3,600 meters above sea level, where the cool climate, dense mists, and significant diurnal temperature variations encourage slow bud growth and a rich aromatic profile. The tea is processed using red tea craftsmanship through the shaihong method—extended withering and sun-drying.
The aroma is multifaceted and distinct. It initially unfolds with fresh tarragon, sweet rose jam, ripe strawberry, cherry, and juicy peach, complemented by hints of pine needles. Across infusions, warm and creamy notes of boiled new potatoes emerge, adding depth and roundness to the bouquet.
The taste of this shaihong is smooth and velvety, remarkably softer than that of classic Yunnan red teas. It evokes a compote of fresh summer berries with a delicate tartness that seamlessly transitions into sweet undertones of honey, dried apricot, and ripe peach. The finish is lingering, clean, and sweet, leaving an enjoyable fruity-honey trail.
It brings about a harmonious state of gentle tea intoxication and refreshing clarity.
- Kind
- Red tea
- Year
- 2026
- Origin
- China / Yunnan
- Locality
- Lincang City
- Tea type
- Farmer-made
Description
This is a rare Yunnan red tea crafted from purple buds (the renowned Zi Ya Bao) of ancient tea trees. The material is harvested in the high-altitude regions of Lincang from trees scattered between 1,000 and 3,600 meters above sea level, where the cool climate, dense mists, and significant diurnal temperature variations encourage slow bud growth and a rich aromatic profile. The tea is processed using red tea craftsmanship through the shaihong method—extended withering and sun-drying.
The aroma is multifaceted and distinct. It initially unfolds with fresh tarragon, sweet rose jam, ripe strawberry, cherry, and juicy peach, complemented by hints of pine needles. Across infusions, warm and creamy notes of boiled new potatoes emerge, adding depth and roundness to the bouquet.
The taste of this shaihong is smooth and velvety, remarkably softer than that of classic Yunnan red teas. It evokes a compote of fresh summer berries with a delicate tartness that seamlessly transitions into sweet undertones of honey, dried apricot, and ripe peach. The finish is lingering, clean, and sweet, leaving an enjoyable fruity-honey trail.
It brings about a harmonious state of gentle tea intoxication and refreshing clarity.