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Ancient Tree Sun-Dried Black Tea (Gu Shu Shai Hong)

Ancient Tree Sun-Dried Black Tea (Gu Shu Shai Hong)

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This Chinese black tea is made from fresh leaves of ancient tea trees over 100 years old. Based on traditional black tea processing, the key drying stage is replaced with sun-drying, which preserves enzymatic activity. As a result, it combines the sweetness, aroma, and richness of black tea with the aging potential of Pu’er tea. The liquor is bright and remains flavorful through multiple infusions.

Made from fresh leaves of Yunnan large-leaf tea trees over 100 years old, this tea is sun-dried and semi-fermented, preserving active enzymes. The liquor is bright orange-yellow with a delicate fruit-and-honey aroma, a mellow and naturally sweet taste, and a smooth mouthfeel with a distinctive mountain-wild character. It is generally more infusion-resistant than traditional black tea, often yielding over 10 brews.

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Health Benefits

Nutritional Supplementation

Ancient tea trees possess great age and deep root systems, enabling them to absorb abundant amino acids, vitamins, and carotene, as well as trace elements such as zinc, iron, and magnesium, from deep within the soil.

Mental Alertness

Contains moderate amounts of caffeine, which gently stimulates the central nervous system, helping to relieve fatigue and invigorate the mind.

Digestive Support

Tea polyphenols and catechins accelerate gastrointestinal motility and help break down fats, positively contributing to improved digestion and bowel regularity.

Antioxidant and Anti-Aging Properties

Rich in antioxidants, it helps eliminate free radicals, inhibit cellular aging, and support cardiovascular health.

Gentle on the Stomach

Sun-dried black tea from ancient trees has a mild nature; moderate consumption causes minimal gastric irritation and helps generate internal warmth to soothe the abdomen.

How to Brew

Take the tea leaves and pour boiling water over them.

  • Infusions 1–3: Steep for 1–3 seconds
  • Infusions 4–6: Steep for 4–8 seconds
  • Infusions 9–15: Steep for 9–15 seconds
  • Infusions 16–20: Steep for 16–20 seconds

Brewing time should be adjusted flexibly according to the characteristics of the tea. Observe the color, smell the aroma, and taste the flavor to find the optimal infusion.

Precautions

Avoid consuming large amounts of strong tea on an empty stomach to prevent gastrointestinal discomfort.

Individuals with poor sleep quality or caffeine sensitivity are advised to drink it during the day and avoid consumption in the evening, as it may interfere with sleep.

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