Sun Moon Ruby 18 Ruby 18 is quickly becoming one of the most famous black teas produced in Taiwan due to its unique and memorable flavor profile. Depending on the season and terroir, hints of mint, cinnamon, red fruit, spice, malt and signature menthol-like mint greet those who are lucky enough to get their hands on this one-of-a-kind tea. This Sun-Moon-Lake-area Ruby 18 is strong, bold and crisp. Unique, flavorful and unforgettable, it is easy to see why the Ruby 18 cultivar is becoming such a popular tea! Elevation: 400m Area: Yuchi, Nantou, Sun Moon Lake Area Status: Certified Organic Cultivar: Ruby 18 Oxidization: 100% Season: October, 2025 Method: Hand picked, processed on site, very small batch Recommend Brewing Style: 3-5g per 100ml, ~95C water(205f), 30, 30, 45 then add 5-10 seconds steeps in gaiwan. Lasts 4-6 steeps. For stronger brews they can be brewed for up to a minute at a time but be careful not to make them too strong! ***Not recommended for western style brewing*** Brewing Difficulty - Intermediate : Don't brew it too strong and long! (More Details Here)
