红茶 · Hóng Chá (Black Tea)

Jin Jun Mei金骏眉

A premium Chinese black tea from the Wuyi Mountains of Fujian, made exclusively from tender buds and hand-processed into a rich, aromatic cup with a naturally sweet finish. Golden-red in the cup, with layered notes of honey, caramel, and soft floral undertones.

Origin & Craft

Where It Comes From

Jin Jun Mei loose leaf black tea
  • OriginWuyi Mountains, Fujian, China
  • HarvestEarly spring
  • ProcessingHand-rolled, fully oxidized, sun-dried
  • Caffeine LevelMedium to High (~50–60 mg per cup)
Tasting Notes

Flavor Profile

  • Flavor: Rich honey, caramel, subtle floral notes, with a gentle malt undertone
  • Aroma: Sweet, fruity, and floral with hints of roasted chestnut
  • Taste: Smooth and full-bodied; starts sweet, develops layers of malt and floral complexity, finishing long and lingering
  • Astringency: Low to medium — mild dryness that balances sweetness
  • Texture: Silky and velvety, warming and smooth

Flavor Profile

Energy

Caffeine Level

50–60mgper 8oz cup

Jin Jun Mei sits in the medium-to-high caffeine range, typical of fully oxidized black teas. It offers a steadier, more sustained lift than green or white tea — a good match for a morning or early-afternoon cup.

Caffeine by Tea Type (mg per 8oz cup)

Brewing

How to Steep Jin Jun Mei

1 TSP
Amount
About 0.11oz (3g)
205°F
Temperature
96°C, in 8oz (237ml) water
3–4 min
Steep Time
After first rinse
3–4 Steeps
Re-Steeping
Add 30 secs each time
Wellness

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants to support heart health
  • Provides gentle, sustained energy due to medium-high caffeine
  • Traditionally believed to aid digestion and support metabolism
Ready to Steep

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A refined, naturally sweet black tea from the Wuyi Mountains — worth savoring slowly.

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