Cha Zhi Ji’s Yixing Gong Hong is a fully fermented black tea crafted from tender buds and young leaves grown in Yixing, Jiangsu—an area famed since the Tang dynasty for “tribute teas.” The region’s fertile soils, year-round mist and generous day–night temperature swings nurture leaves that yield a bright, elegant cup.
Origin: Yixing, Jiangsu, China
Craft: Fully fermented black tea made from fine buds and young leaves
Appearance: Tight, slender strips
Liquor: Bright orange-red
Aroma: Clean and pure with a naturally sweet, long-lasting fragrance
Taste: Fresh, mellow and sweet; smooth, refreshing and well balanced with a lingering aftertaste
Brewing Guide
We adopt the method outlined in our blog. For step-by-step instructions—including vessel choice, water temperature, ratios and pour timing—please see our Gongfu Tea Brewing Guide.
