{"product_id":"2026-jiu-qu-hong-mei-black-tea-nine-bend-red-plum-hangzhou-250g","title":"2026 Jiu Qu Hong Mei Black Tea — Nine Bend Red Plum, Hangzhou, 250g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJiu Qu Hong Mei — Nine Bend Red Plum Black Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive Hangzhou black tea presented in a traditional paper-wrapped 250g pack. The slender, dark twisted leaves open into a clear amber infusion with the refined character associated with Jiu Qu Hong Mei: mellow sweetness, a gentle floral lift and a plum-like fruit nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese black tea\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e floral, lightly fruity and warm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e smooth, rounded and softly sweet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e clean with a lingering fruity-floral impression\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to brew\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern style:\u003c\/strong\u003e use about 4g of tea per 250ml of water at 90–95°C. Steep for 2–3 minutes and adjust to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu style:\u003c\/strong\u003e use about 5g per 100ml at 90–95°C. Begin with short 10–15 second infusions and gradually extend each steep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing \u0026amp; pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent on its own and especially elegant with butter pastries, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, fruit tarts or a quiet afternoon tea service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTea-table styling \u0026amp; gifting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional kraft-paper wrapping and red ribbon make this tea naturally suited to gifting. For a polished New Chinese tea-table setting, pair it with a white porcelain gaiwan, dark wood tea tray, celadon cups or a simple glass fairness pitcher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture and strong aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it contain caffeine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Like other true teas made from Camellia sinensis, black tea naturally contains caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the leaves be infused more than once?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The tea is well suited to repeated infusions, especially when brewed gongfu style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable as a gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The traditional paper presentation gives it a distinctive heritage look without requiring elaborate additional packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ClayZenith","offers":[{"title":"250g Traditional Paper Pack","offer_id":62664853160017,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/6297\/6849\/files\/1688_image_share_f6b0f782028647ca4aa12f4c96b5475e_75542d7d-efdc-46e8-b754-2bded4c1188b.jpg?v=1789713940","url":"https:\/\/clayzenith.com\/products\/2026-jiu-qu-hong-mei-black-tea-nine-bend-red-plum-hangzhou-250g","provider":"ClayZenith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}