红茶 · Hóng Chá (Black Tea)

Prickly Pear Red Tea Pods仙人掌塞茶（红茶)

Prickly Pear Red Tea Pods from Yunnan or Xinjiang, China (prickly pear + red tea) — warm red tea depth, soft cactus fruit sweetness, subtle desert floral

Origin & Craft

Where It Comes From

Prickly Pear Red Tea Pods loose leaf tea

OriginYunnan or Xinjiang, China (prickly pear + red tea)
HarvestPrickly pear pods harvested in late summer; tea harvested seasonally
ProcessingWhole prickly pear pods are cleaned, hollowed, filled with red tea leaves, then sun-dried or low-heat dried until fully cured
Caffeine LevelMedium to High (from the red/black tea inside)

Tasting Notes

Flavor Profile

Flavor: Warm red tea depth, soft cactus fruit sweetness, subtle desert floral
Smell (Aroma): Honeyed cactus pear, dried fruit, mineral warmth from the pod
Taste: Smooth, earthy-sweet, balanced with gentle natural fruitiness
Astringency: Low to Medium, depending on steep time
Texture (Mouthfeel): Rounded, mellow, slightly syrupy finish with pleasant warmth

Flavor Profile

Energy

Caffeine Level

55mgper 8oz cup

Prickly Pear Red Tea Pods sits in the medium-to-high caffeine range, offering a fuller, more sustained lift — a good match for mornings.

Caffeine by Tea Type (mg per 8oz cup)

Brewing

How to Steep Prickly Pear Red Tea Pods

1 pod

Amount

per 8–12 oz

205°F

Temperature

(96°C)

1-2 minutes

Steep Time

3–5 infusions

Re-Steeping

pod gradually opens and releases more sweetness

Wellness

Health Benefits

Traditionally enjoyed as a grounding, warming infusion associated with smooth energy, gentle digestion, and natural comfort from the balanced combination of red tea and sun-dried prickly pear.

Ready to Steep