A really pretty black tea from Hoàng Su Phì, Hà Giang.
 
This tea was produced from ancient trees growing at around 1600m in elevation.
 
The first thing I notice when drinking this tea is the thick mouthfeel. The fragrance is quite sweet and builds after a few cups. The sweetness is also complex like caramel and forest flower honey with some warming spice notes. Nice minerality in the finish.
 
Great black tea for Puerh drinkers!
 
The qi builds slowly. It creeps up throughout the session. I usually feel it getting strong by about the 5th cup.
 
Independent review of this tea here.
 
Season: Spring 2022
Picking Standard: 1 bud, 2 leaves
Region: Hoàng Su Phì, Hà Giang
Elevation: 1600m