(Pre-order) Sun Moon Lake Hong Yu Black Tea - Taiwanese Specialty - Tea Bags, Loose Leaf

https://www.lohaspottery.com/7/Halfday01.jpg 【**Halfday Tea Institute**】 Through slow steeping and a mastery of heat control, we convey the brand's philosophy of " **Halfday Slow Living **." The name "Halfday" is inspired by the Tang Dynasty poet Li She's poem <Climbing the Mountain>, reflecting the sentiment of finding a moment of leisure amidst the uncertainties of life. "Baking tea" refers to the process of roasting tea leaves over fire. This roasting method suppresses bitterness and astringency, enhances the tea's aroma, and improves its sweet aftertaste. https://www.lohaspottery.com/7/Halfday02.jpg **The unique climate and geography of the Sun Moon Lake region have made Nantou's Yuchi Township the home of Taiwanese black tea. Here, "Taiwan Tea No. 18" has been successfully cultivated, its one-of-a-kind fragrance a source of national pride.** Hong Yu possesses the quality of top-tier international black teas, blending the distinct character of the Burmese broad-leaf variety with the delicate smoothness of Taiwan's native mountain tea. The tea liquor is clear, bright, and clean, entirely free of any dullness. For a highly oxidized black tea, this is a testament to skill. Upon first sip, there's a subtle astringency characteristic of black tea, but its excellent astringency dissipates quickly, transforming into sweetness. It offers a plump, round sensation of ripe fruit in the mouth, and after swallowing, a faint mint aroma rushes up the nasal passage, exuding a thoroughly refreshing summer vibe. It's hard to imagine that just a few minutes later, a warm, cinnamon-like spice emerges. Tasting it at different temperatures reveals its multifaceted nature. Featuring artwork by Taiwanese illustrator **Yen-Ting Kuo**, the illustrations are used on the 5-piece packaging. The composition combines architectural and teacup imagery, depicting the intersection of a century-old building and the present. This product embodies the historical heritage of Taiwanese tea. As the tea's fragrance wafts, one can recall the prosperity tea once brought to **Dadaocheng**, which became a bustling hub for trade and cultural exchange between China and the West. **Tea Bag Series** **Enjoy a cup anytime, anywhere. For those busy days, a simple brew is all you need.** 🔹 Hot Brewing Method: 1. Pour hot water into the cup to warm it, maintaining the tea's brewing temperature. 2. Place the tea bag in the cup; the warmth will immediately release the tea's aroma. 3. Inhale the fragrance. The aroma differs based on the degree of fermentation and roasting. 4. Pour 300-500ml of hot water, with a recommended water temperature of 90°C-95°C. 5. Let it steep for 3-5 minutes before enjoying. 🔹 Cold Brew Method: 1. Tea to water ratio: 1g : 100ml. 2. Place the tea leaves in a lidded empty bottle and add 300-600ml of room-temperature drinking water. 3. Leave at room temperature for 2 hours. 4. Refrigerate for 8-12 hours to achieve a perfectly balanced cold brew tea. Product Information Variety: Taiwan Tea No. 18 Origin: Sun Moon Lake, Yuchi, Nantou Fermentation: 100% Cultivation: Natural farming, no pesticides or chemical agents. Tea Characteristics: Tree form is arboreal, large-leaf type, suitable for black tea production. The tea liquor carries cinnamon and mint aromas. Contents: Taiwan Tea No. 18, 100% Taiwanese tea Specifications: 2.5 grams per tea bag Packaging: 1. 5 Tea Bags | 12.5g | Dadaocheng Commemorative Edition 2. 12 Tea Bags | 30g | Brand Classic Box 3. 6 Tea Bags | 15g | Vacuum Sealed | Aluminum Can 4. 30 Tea Bags | 75g | Vacuum Sealed | Zipper Bag 5. 50g Loose Leaf | 50g | Vacuum Sealed | Brand Paper Box ✧ Best Before: 730 days (2 years) from the manufacturing date ✧ Insured with NT$20 million in product liability insurance ✧ Food Business Registration Number: A-182796694-00000-9 * Tea bag material is Japanese imported heat-resistant PET, tested and compliant with Japanese/Taiwanese national testing standards. * Certified by the Taiwan Accreditation Foundation (TAF). * The 12-tea bag box design was selected for the 2019 **15th Asia-Pacific Design Annual**.