Steep time
2.5 minutes
Method: standard
Steeps
5
Recommended
Water temp
95°C
Recommended
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
medium
Typical
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Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Hong Shui Tasting Notes:bran • raw honey • raisin Deep and fragrant with flavors of bran, raw honey, and raisins, Hong Shui, or "red water," refers to the rich, hearty, amber infusion. This color comes from significant oxidation and roasting of the hand-plucked leaves. Ingredients: Camellia sinensis leaves. CaffeinatedOrigin: Taiwan FOR AN 8 OUNCE SERVING: 195 DEGREES 1 level TEASPOON 1-4 MINUTES Sample bag: $5.00 2 oz bag: $14.50