As one of the treasures of tea culture, black tea occupies an important position in China’s rich tea family. The four major tea producing areas in the country all have their own special black tea products. However, the raw materials and processes of black tea in different places are not the same. Therefore, different origins and production processes give black tea its own unique taste, aroma, and health benefits.
Today, let us take a closer look at the top ten black teas that are very famous in China and loved by many consumers. How many have you tried?
1.Lapsang Souchong
Lapsang Souchong black tea is produced in Fujian Province and is known as the originator of black tea in the world. This kind of black tea can be divided into Lapsang Souchong and Waishan Souchong. Lapsang Souchong is considered the originator of black tea. After brewing, the tea soup takes on a deep red color, accompanied by the aroma of pine smoke and a hint of the mellow taste of longan soup. Even with the addition of milk, the tea aroma of Lapsang Souchong is still fragrant, and the color of the soup is more colorful, showing its rich layering.
2.Keemun Congou
Keemun black tea originates from Qimen County, Anhui Province and has a long historical heritage. It is praised as the best tea with “high fragrance, mellow taste, beautiful shape and bright color”. After brewing, the tea soup of Keemun black tea exudes a fragrant honey aroma, the aroma is long-lasting and mellow, the tea soup shows a bright red color, the taste is dry, fresh, and mellow, and the bottom of the leaves is bright red. Its unique quality makes Keemun black tea one of the representatives of black tea.
Mount Emei black tea is produced in the core scenic area of Emeishan, at an altitude of 800-1,200 meters. Fresh leaves and new buds are picked in the garden every spring. It inherits the essence of traditional Chinese black tea craftsmanship and strictly adheres to the pure congou black tea refining. Brown and oily, with clear buds, red and translucent soup color, prominent golden halo, rich fruity aroma, revealing honey charm, and rich layers. The more severe it is, the more perfect it is.
4.Dianhong Congou
Dianhong is the general name for Yunnan black tea, which is divided into Dianhong congou tea and Dianhong broken tea. Dianhong congou tea is mainly grown in southern and southwest Yunnan. Its tea leaves are surprisingly tender. Even if they grow to 5 to 6 leaves, they remain tender and soft. The uniqueness of Dianhong congou tea lies in the plump shape of the tea leaves, exposed golden hair, and the strong and elegant tea soup, showing its distinctive quality.
5.Huhong Congou
Huhong congou black tea is mainly produced in Anhua and Taoyuan areas of Hunan Province. The tea leaves are tightly knotted, plump in appearance, rich in color and mellow in taste. Huhong congou black tea is famous for its mellow and rich characteristics. This black tea pays attention to the full taste and rich aroma, which makes it unique. There was a time when the three pillars of “Huhong”, “Qihong” and “Jianhong” stood side by side, witnessing the glorious history of Chinese black tea.
6.Minhong Congou
Minhong congou black tea is Fujian’s representative black tea, including Zhenghe congou, Tanyang congou, and Bailin congou. These black teas are made with traditional techniques. The tea soup is mellow and has a floral and fruity aroma. It is a model of Fujian black tea. Every cup of Minhong congou black tea carries the history and culture of Fujian black tea.
7.Yihong Congou
Yihong congou black tea is produced in the Yichang area of Hubei Province and got its name from the distribution and processing in Yichang area in ancient times. The tea leaves are golden in appearance, the tea soup is fresh and mellow, and the tea soup remains clear after cooling, which are the characteristics of Yihong congou. The strands of Yihong congou black tea are tight and thin, and the internal content is delicious. It is one of the high-quality congou black teas in our country.
8.Chuanhong Congou
Chuanhong congou black tea is produced in Yibin, Sichuan and other places. The tea leaves are fat, round, and tight, with golden hair exposed. The tea soup is fresh and sweet with the aroma of dried sugar, the taste is mellow and refreshing, the soup color is bright, and the leaf base is thick and soft evenly. Sichuan congou black tea has unique quality and taste and is an important part of Sichuan tea culture.
9.Ninghong Congou
Ninghong congou black tea is produced in Xiushui County, Jiangxi, and other places. The tea leaves are tight and fine, and the soup is dark and oily. Ninghong congou is fresh and rich, has a mellow taste, the tea soup is red, and the bottom of the leaves are red and tender, showing the unique charm of Ninghong congou.
10.Yuehong Congou
Yuehong congou black tea is produced in Shaoxing, Zhuji, Shengxian and other places in Zhejiang Province and is famous for its unique appearance and taste. The tea leaves are tightly knotted, the appearance is plump, and the golden hair is exposed. The tea soup is rich and fragrant. The quality of Yuehong congou black tea has always been highly praised.
Through an in-depth understanding of China’s top ten black teas, we can see that each type of black tea has its own unique style and charm. Different origins and techniques give these black teas a rich and colorful taste and aroma that is intoxicating. While appreciating the beauty of black tea, we can’t help but marvel at the breadth and depth of tea culture.
Every cup of black tea is a story, carrying history, heritage, and emotion. Let us taste the beauty of these black teas with respect and feel the profoundness of tea culture. In the mist of tea, the mind can find peace and the body can feel nourished.
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