Jiuqu Hongmei Tea
Jiuqu Hongmei Tea Attributes
Leaf Shape
The rope is thin, tight and beautiful, curved like a fishhook
Liquor Color
Dark and slightly golden
Fragrance
As pure as red plum
Taste
Rich and refreshing
Brewed Tea Leaves
Red, bright, tender and soft
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Jiuqu Hongmei Tea Introduction
Jiuquhongmei, also known as “Jiuquhong”, “Jiuquwulong” and “Longjinghong”, is one of the historical famous teas in Xihu District. Jiuquhongmei originated from Jiuqu in Wuyi Mountain, Fujian. Later, farmers in Fujian moved north, and some of them settled in Dawushan area of Hangzhou City. They began to make black tea to make a living. Because the color of the tea soup is red like red plum, it was named “Jiuquhongmei”.
Jiuqu Hongmei Tea History
Jiuquhongmei has a history of more than 200 years. As early as 1886, it won the “Gold Award” at the Panama International Food Expo. In 1929, it was listed as one of the “Top Ten Famous Teas in China”. It is known as the Zhejiang famous tea “a touch of red in the green”. Jiuquhongmei obtained a registered trademark in 2000, and won the “Gold Award” at the China Mengdingshan Cup Famous Tea Expo in 2004 and the “Gold Award” at the China (International) Famous Tea Expo in 2008.
Jiuqu Hongmei Tea Origin
The areas of Hubu, Shangbao, Daling, Zhangyu, Fengjia, Lingshan, Shejing, Renqiao, Shangyang and Xiayang in Shuangpu Town, Xihu District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province
Jiuqu Hongmei Tea Production Process
The harvest is carried out during the Qingming to Guyu period every year. In the early morning, after the dew has dried, the fresh buds and leaves with one bud and one leaf or one bud and two leaves are picked. After the picking, the buds and leaves are made through multiple processes such as withering, rolling, fermentation, baking, and drying. In the past two years, an innovative production method has emerged, that is, the combination of heavy withering and sunlight withering with light fermentation, which makes the taste of Jiuquhongmei even more special.
Jiuqu Hongmei Tea Purchase Guide
The quality of Jiuquhongmei produced in Dawushan, Hubu is the best; the products produced in Shangbao, Daling, Fengjia, and Zhangyu are called “Hubu products”, with medium quality; the products produced in Shejing, Renqiao, Shangyang, and Xiayang are called “Sanqiao products”, with low quality. The main brands include “Fuhaitang” and so on.
Jiuqu Hongmei Tea Quality Identification
◎ The appearance of high-quality Jiuquhongmei is thin, tight and curved like a fish hook, with a dark and moist color. The tender buds and leaves are covered with golden hairs and sparkle. If it is a defective product, the strips are coarse and loose, and the color is dull and dark. ◎ Master Hongyi said: “The agate color in the white jade cup, the plum blossom fragrance under the red lips and tongue”, which is the most powerful evidence of the genuine Jiuquhongmei Golden Soup. High-quality Jiuquhongmei often presents a “red soup with a golden ring”, and the buds and leaves in the cup are like red plums in the water, which is very beautiful. ◎ “The fragrance is like red plums, and the entrance is smooth and sweet” is the quality feature of Jiuquhongmei. It has a high fragrance and refreshing taste, a long tea rhyme, and a unique plum blossom fragrance. It is especially suitable for high-end people who pursue elegance and are good at tasting tea.
Jiuqu Hongmei Tea Brewing Method
Jiuquhongmei is best brewed with purple sand or white porcelain tea sets, with water temperature of about 95℃ and brewing time of about 3 minutes. Generally, Jiuquhongmei should be washed before drinking, and can be brewed multiple times. In addition, you can also add a little lemon slice, rock sugar, fresh milk, etc. to the tea soup to experience an alternative fresh taste.
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