Red Jade

Country: Taiwan
Region: Taoyuan
Aroma: Peach, apricot and cinnamon
Taste: Moderate intensity, hints of malt sugar and mint
Best time of day: Afternoon or with meals
Benefits: Increase alertness, controls blood pressure, lowers cholesterol and risk of heart disease
Brew: 95°C   3g/250ml.   30s/35s/45s

Know as “Taiwan No.18” and originally conceived by the Taiwanese government to address the island nation's burgeoning black tea industry, this innovative blend has enchanted tea connoisseurs for nearly half a century with its beguiling complexity and depth of flavour.

Fully oxidized to unlock its full potential, Red Jade tea exudes the robust, full-bodied character of its Assam tea lineage, while simultaneously captivating the senses with an exuberant profile of wild plum and cinnamon. This symphony of flavours culminates in a refreshing, subtly mentholated finish that lingers alluringly on the palate.

It is this harmonious marriage of pedigree and provenance, of time-honoured tradition and forward-thinking innovation, that has elevated Red Jade tea to be one of the most sought-after and acclaimed black tea offerings from the shores of Taiwan.