ManTing Da Hong Pao (MT102), first grade, heavy roasted, 160g box.
Tea Profile
At a glance: Wuyi rock oolong (yancha) · Heavy roast · our 1st Grade · Sample 10g/ Bag to 4 Boxes / 640g
- Dry leaf: Tight, dark rolled leaves.
- Aroma: Deep roast, caramelized sugar and light floral notes with a Wuyi mineral side.
- Liquor: Deep amber to reddish-orange, clear.
- Taste: Toasty sweetness with rock rhyme, stone fruit and dark chocolate notes.
- Mouthfeel & body: Full, smooth and mellow.
- Aftertaste: Long.
- Best for: Stepping up your oolong experience, once you know what you like.
Brewing Guide
- Use a gaiwan or small pot, about 6–7g per 100ml.
- Heat water to 100°C (212°F).
- Rinse once quickly and pour the rinse away.
- Steep 5–10 seconds, adding about 5 seconds each time.
- Pour into a fair cup before serving.
These numbers are a starting point. Try shorter or longer steeps and see what you like best.
Storage
Keep it airtight in a cool, dry place away from light and strong odors. No need to refrigerate; the roast keeps it stable.
About the Brand
The Man Ting Rock-Essence Tea Research Institute is based in the Wuyi Mountains of Fujian and focuses on Wuyi rock tea (yancha), combining traditional techniques with modern research. It was founded by Liu Baoshun, who has spent decades on tea growing and roasting and is known as a master craftsman for his work on the rock rhyme of Wuyi teas.
About the Leaf
Not every bag shows these, but you may notice them:
- Some stems and broken pieces: normal for hand-sorted loose oolong, and they brew just as well.
- Darker, glossier leaf: this is the roast, not spoilage.
