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Rose Black Tea

Rose Black Tea

Black Tea

China — Yunnan

Oxidation: full

Harvest: year-round

25-40 mg/cup
🌡85-95 °C
3-5 min
🔄2 infusions

Tasting Profile

Aroma

Rose perfume with black tea robustness

Flavor

Floral rose with smooth black tea

Mouthfeel

Medium to full-bodied, smooth

Aftertaste

Rose, sweet finish

Brewing Guide

Temperature

85-95°C

185-203°F

Steep Time

3-5 min

Leaf Amount

2g / 100ml

Max Infusions

2

About This Tea

Rose Black Tea is a distinguished tea originating from Yunnan, China, where the unique combination of soil, climate, and elevation creates ideal conditions for producing this remarkable variety. The leaves are fully oxidized through a careful process of withering, rolling, oxidation, and firing that develops its characteristic dark color and robust flavor, resulting in a tea that has captivated drinkers for generations with its distinctive character and refined qualities. For centuries, tea artisans in this region have perfected the techniques needed to bring out the best in each leaf, passing down knowledge from master to apprentice through countless generations.

A well-prepared cup of Rose Black Tea is a multisensory experience. The fragrance immediately conveys rose perfume with black tea robustness, while the palate encounters floral rose with smooth black tea. Experienced tea drinkers often note how the flavor evolves as the tea cools, revealing new dimensions of taste with each sip. In terms of stimulation, Rose Black Tea is moderate in caffeine with 25-40 mg per cup, providing gentle alertness without the jitters.

Chinese tea culture, one of the oldest and most sophisticated in the world, has elevated tea preparation and appreciation to an art form spanning thousands of years.

Preparing Rose Black Tea requires attention to temperature and timing. Water at 85°C to 95°C brings out the best qualities of the leaf, while steeping for 3 to 5 minutes achieves the ideal balance of flavor and body. A ratio of 2.0g per 100ml of water is recommended. With up to 2 possible infusions, each cup provides a new opportunity to appreciate the nuances of this exceptional tea.

The appeal of Rose Black Tea in contemporary tea culture reflects a broader movement toward mindful consumption and appreciation of artisanal products. As more people seek alternatives to mass-produced beverages, teas like Rose Black Tea offer an authentic connection to terroir, tradition, and taste. Each cup tells a story — of the land where the leaves were grown, the hands that processed them, and the centuries of knowledge that guided every step of their journey from garden to cup.

Health Benefits

Contains theaflavins and thearubigins, antioxidants unique to oxidized teas
May support heart health and healthy blood pressure levels
Provides a natural energy boost from moderate caffeine content
Contains polyphenols that may support gut health
May help improve focus and mental alertness

Caffeine Deep Dive

compared to coffee (95 mg)

Rose Black Tea33 mg
Coffee95 mg

Based on the FDA guideline of 400 mg/day, you can safely drink up to 12 cups per day.

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Serving Suggestions

Pairs Well With

Dim sumRoasted duckDark chocolateAged cheeseDried fruits

Recommended Teaware

Porcelain gaiwanGlass tea pitcherSmall ceramic cups

Nutrition Facts

Per 240ml serving
Calories2 kcal
Caffeine25-40 mg
L-Theanine5-10 mg
Polyphenols80-150 mg
Vitamin C0-1 mg
Protein0.3 g
Total Carbohydrates0.4 g
Total Fat0 g
Potassium20 mg
Magnesium3 mg
Calcium3 mg
Sodium1 mg

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rose Black Tea taste like?
Rose Black Tea has a Floral rose with smooth black tea taste with Rose perfume with black tea robustness aroma. The mouthfeel is Medium to full-bodied, smooth with Rose, sweet finish aftertaste.
How much caffeine is in Rose Black Tea?
Rose Black Tea contains 25-40 mg of caffeine per cup.
What temperature should I brew Rose Black Tea at?
Brew Rose Black Tea at 85-95°C for 3-5 minutes.
What are the health benefits of Rose Black Tea?
Key health benefits of Rose Black Tea include: Contains theaflavins and thearubigins, antioxidants unique to oxidized teas, May support heart health and healthy blood pressure levels, Provides a natural energy boost from moderate caffeine content.
What foods pair well with Rose Black Tea?
Rose Black Tea pairs well with: Dim sum, Roasted duck, Dark chocolate, Aged cheese, Dried fruits.