The brewing temperature for Dian Hong Black Tea is 95~100°C. High-quality black teas are rich in substances and have accumulated profound aromatic compounds. Only water at a temperature of 95°C or above can bring out the rich and diverse aroma of black tea. Additionally, high temperatures help to release the internal substances, ensuring the fullness of the tea liquor.

What is the brewing temperature for Dian Hong?

The control of water temperature when brewing black tea is highly dependent on the type of black tea, as well as the coarseness and compactness of the leaves. Given a certain water temperature, the slower the infusion effect will be if the tea leaves are coarser and more compact; conversely, the faster the infusion effect will be if the tea leaves are finer and less compact.

Black tea is a fully fermented tea, and lower water temperatures do not help in releasing its aroma, resulting in a bland taste and loss of the distinctive flavor of black tea. However, this does not mean that black tea should always be brewed with high-temperature water. The water temperature for brewing black tea needs to be strictly controlled, as different raw materials and processing methods require different water temperatures.

However, generally, you can use water at a temperature of 90~100°C for brewing.

Do You Need to Rinse Dian Hong Black Tea?

Whether Dian Hong black tea needs rinsing primarily depends on its characteristics. Dian Hong black tea is relatively tender compared to other teas and has a milder nature, so there is no need to rinse it before brewing.

Brewing Method for Dian Hong Black Tea

Dian Hong is a short name for Yunnan black tea, which is typically divided into Gongfu black tea and broken black tea. Here, we introduce the brewing method for Yunnan Gongfu Dian Hong, which differs from other regions' black teas. Dian Hong should not be brewed with boiling water at 100°C but rather with water at 85°C to avoid significant differences in taste. Below is a detailed brewing method for Dian Hong Gongfu tea.

Teaware Preparation: Fairness cup/glass (depending on whether you are drinking alone or with others)

Specific Steps: 1. First, when brewing Dian Hong, ensure that the water temperature is around 85°C, with a Steeping time of 1~3 seconds. Note that you should boil the water first and then let it cool for about 5~10 minutes to slightly reduce the temperature. Do not add cold water or use water that has not reached boiling point. 2. Second, when brewing Dian Hong, make sure to pour out the tea quickly. The first three infusions should be poured out after 1 second each. The first infusion is considered a rinse. From the fourth infusion onwards, gradually increase the steeping time to 3 seconds, 5 seconds, 8 seconds, and so on. After pouring out the tea, do not cover the Teapot. Dian Hong can be brewed over ten times.