Nº9 is produced using cultivar number nine, giving this tea its name. This black tea is also traditionally known as “Ying De Hong” as it is produced in the town of Ying De in Guangdong.
Nº9 is left to oxidize almost completely before it is roasted over high heat. The resulting tea has a silky, thick mouthfeel and a distinct malty
Tea Profile
Traditional Name: 英德红 [Pinyin: Yīng Dé Hóng; Wade-Giles: ying te hung]
Origin: Ying De Town, Guangdong Province, China
Elevation: 900m
Varietal: Cultivar No. 9
Harvesting: First and second leaves • May 2023
Processing: Rolled and highly oxidized
Wet Leaf Aroma: Orchids • Caramel • Cranberry
Tea Liquor Color: Mahogany
Mouthfeel: Silky, thick, and vaporous
Tasting Notes: Dried Cranberry • Nutmeg • Malt • Toasted Sunflower Seeds
Finish: Long-lasting • Sweet • Astringent
Body Sensation: Calming and energizing
