Wuyi Mountain Da Hong Pao is what kind of tea? Da Hong Pao is a semi-fermented tea, and all semi-fermented teas are called Oolong tea, also known as green tea. Da Hong Pao is mainly produced in Wuyi Mountain, Fujian. The teas from Wuyi Mountain are categorized by geographical location: Zheng Yan tea, Ban Yan tea, and Zhou tea. High-quality Wuyi Mountain Oolong teas are produced in Zheng Yan and Ban Yan areas.

Therefore, Oolong tea produced in Wuyi Mountain is also called Rock tea, and Da Hong Pao is just one type of Rock tea.

Da Hong Pao is the name of a tea tree, the most famous one in Wuyi Mountain, so it is also called a famous cultivar. The tea made from the leaves of the Da Hong Pao tea tree using Oolong tea processing techniques is called Da Hong Pao (named after the tea tree, similar to Tie Guan Yin).

Which category does Da Hong Pao belong to? Da Hong Pao belongs to Oolong tea. It is not black tea. As long as it is consumed healthily, it will not harm the stomach. Da Hong Pao is the highest quality among Wuyi Rock teas. Wuyi Rock tea is produced in Wuyi Mountain, Fujian. The characteristics of "Da Hong Pao" are: tightly rolled strips, fresh green-brown color, orange-yellow bright liquor after brewing, and leaves with a mix of red and green, typically featuring a beautiful "green leaves with red edges" appearance.

The most prominent feature of Da Hong Pao is its rich orchid-like aroma, high and long-lasting fragrance, and distinct "rock rhyme." Da Hong Pao can withstand multiple infusions, remaining fragrant even after seven or eight brews. To taste "Da Hong Pao" tea, one must follow the "Kung Fu tea" method, using small pots and cups to savor slowly, in order to truly appreciate the pinnacle of Rock tea's charm.