Plum Blossom Black Tea

"One of the best teas I’ve ever had!" - William H.

The fruity and floral aroma of this deep, sweet Dian Hong red tea scented with plum blossoms makes an elegant accompaniment to any dessert.


About 18 Cups Of Tea
$27.00

Marzipan, plum wine, cherry, chocolate

The plum blossom, known as the meihua in Chinese (梅花), symbolizes perseverance and resilience in the face of adversity because it blooms most vibrantly during the harsh cold months of winter. Plum trees often live for many decades, and ancient specimens can be found throughout China, Korea, and Japan, where their blossoms have long been used to make confections, liquors, and sweet, fragrant flower teas.

We developed a special Plum Blossom tea by blending fragrant plum blossoms with first-flush Yunnan Dian Hong red tea. The result is an alluring and elegant infusion that is deep, floral, and naturally sweet. The blossoms and tea are carefully balanced, creating a seamless integration of flavor and aroma supported by the refined tannin structure of Jin Xuan Dian Hong.

This tea offers a distinctive floral and fruity bouquet with tasting notes of marzipan, plum wine, chocolate, and cherry. Its rich complexity makes it an excellent companion to rich foods and all types of sweet desserts.

Cultivar

Jin Xuan

Harvest

April 15 – 30, 2026

Elevation

1600-1800 meters

  • Imperial
  • Metric
2-3 minutes
Traditional Tea Preparation

Add 4g - 5g to a gaiwan or gongfu teapot (per 150-200mL).

Use 212°F water.

Do not rinse this tea.

Infuse the first brew for 2 - 3 minutes.

Repeat several times until the flavor and aroma of the tea dissipates. As the brewing session ensues, increase the infusion time to coax out the body and strength of the final infusions.

Wa Shan, Cangyuan County, Yunnan Province, China

Cangyuan County, Yunnan Province, China

Wa Shan Ecological Tea Garden sits in Lincang, on the border with Myanmar (Burma) in southwestern Yunnan. Surrounded by a lush and biodiverse mountainous region, this certified organic tea farm is one we have been working with since 2013. Wa Shan is a famous tea mountain since ancient times named after the Wa ethnic minority who have farmed tea in this region for more than a thousand years.

Black tea, plum flower

Origin

Wa Shan

Cangyuan County, Yunnan Province, China

Wa Shan Ecological Tea Garden sits in Lincang, on the border with Myanmar (Burma) in southwestern Yunnan. Surrounded by a lush and biodiverse mountainous region, this certified organic tea farm is one we have been working with since 2013. Wa Shan is a famous tea mountain since ancient times named after the Wa ethnic minority who have farmed tea in this region for more than a thousand years.

Origin

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  • Sheila G.
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    1 year ago
    Nice mild flavor. ...

    Nice mild flavor. Would definitely order again.

  • Angela C.
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    Extremely drinkable black tea

    This tea is excellent. So drinkable, low tannins make it such a smooth cup of tea just black. Notes of cherry and almond. Becomes dessert like if you put milk and honey in it. I wish it came in lb quantities!

  • William
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    I recommend this product
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    2 years ago
    5 Stars

    One of the best teas I’ve ever had, just wish they would sell it by the pound

  • Desrene
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    I recommend this product
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    2 years ago
    5 Stars

    Product adequate for consumption.