The taste of Dian Hong Tea is characterized by its “concentration, strength, and freshness.” Its tea body is solid, with tight and stout strands that are dark and lustrous in color, full and substantial. When dry, it emits an elegant honey aroma. After boiling water is poured over it, the tea produces a bright red liquor with a prominent floral honey fragrance that is rich and long-lasting. The taste is thick, fresh, and mellow, sweet and refreshing, with a strong initial impact and a lingering fresh aftertaste.
The Taste of Good Dian Hong Tea
1. Raw Material
When Drinking Tea, health comes first. The raw material should be high-altitude tea that has not been fertilized or sprayed with pesticides.
2. Processing
Good raw materials require good processing techniques; good processing makes for a great tea.
3. Aroma
Whether it's floral, sweet potato, or honey, the aroma should be pure without any mixed scents.
4. Taste
A good Cup of Dian Hong tea tastes sweet but not cloying, with moderate tea flavor and a full-bodied, smooth mouthfeel.
How to Choose Dian Hong Tea
1. Appearance
Tight and fine strands that are evenly sized indicate high quality, while loose and uneven strands suggest lower quality.
2. Color
A dark and lustrous color with a good sheen indicates high quality, while inconsistent colors or dull, lifeless leaves suggest lower quality.
3. Aroma
A rich and fragrant aroma indicates high quality, while an impure aroma with grassy notes suggests lower quality. A low and musty aroma is even worse.
4. Liquor Color
A bright red liquor that forms a golden ring at the edge of the tasting cup is excellent, while a less clear liquor is of lesser quality, and a murky liquor is poor quality.
5. Taste
A full-bodied and rich taste is excellent, while a bitter or astringent taste is of lesser quality, and a bland taste is poor quality.
6. Leaf Base
A bright leaf base indicates good quality, while a bluish-green leaf base is of lesser quality, and a dark leaf base with many blackened strands is poor quality.