Must tee punase apelsiniga / Черный чай с красным апельсином

Red Orange Tea – an exquisite combination of classic black tea and bright, juicy citrus notes, created for true connoisseurs of harmony and freshness. This unique blend has been carefully selected by Teemaailm experts for the Estonian tea community to give you unforgettable moments of enjoyment.

Red Orange Flavor Profile

Aroma: With the first inhale, you are enveloped by a wave of sunny, sweet red orange aroma, complemented by light tart notes of zest. This is not just a citrus note, but a whole symphony where fruity sweetness intertwines with piquant freshness, creating a multifaceted bouquet.
Taste: The infusion has a deep, rich black tea flavor, which serves as an ideal base for bright citrus accents. It features a pleasant red orange tartness, harmoniously balanced with a soft sweetness and a slight astringency, characteristic of high-quality black tea. Each sip reveals new facets, leaving a feeling of vigor and purity.
Color: The brewed infusion acquires a noble, deep amber-red hue, reminiscent of the setting sun. It is clear and oily, indicating a rich extract and excellent organoleptic characteristics of the tea leaf.
Aftertaste: The aftertaste is long, refreshing, with pleasant citrus notes that slowly melt away, leaving a light sweetness and a feeling of purity. This is the ideal tea for those who are looking for something more than just a drink – a true elixir of mood.

Imagine distant lands where the air is filled with the aromas of juicy citrus, and tea bushes stretch across fertile slopes, covered in morning mist. It is there, under the generous sun, that the fruits and leaves ripened, inspiring the creation of Red Orange Tea. Legend has it that in these lands, a tree once bloomed whose oranges were so bright, fiery in color that they became a symbol of vital energy and passion. This energy intertwined with classic black tea, so that every sip gives you a piece of sunny warmth and joy.

How to brew Red Orange using the Gong Fu Cha method

🍵 Teaware: Use a gaiwan or a small teapot with a volume of 100-150 ml.
🌡️ Water temperature: 90-95°C.
⚖️ Tea quantity: 5-7 grams per specified volume of teaware.
💧 First infusion (awakening): Pour hot water over the tea for 5-10 seconds and immediately drain. This infusion is intended to open up the leaves and rinse them.
⏱️ Subsequent infusions: Start with 15-20 seconds, gradually increasing the time of each subsequent infusion by 5-10 seconds. Quality tea can withstand up to 5-7 infusions, each time revealing new nuances of taste and aroma.