{"title":"Black Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eBold and full-bodied tea. Black tea undergoes complete oxidation, giving a deep distinctive amber hue and robust taste.\u003cbr\u003eFrom breakfast blends to smooth, honey-sweet taste, each tea offers a different complex flavour.\u003cbr\u003eBlack tea is a staple around the world\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ying-de-black-tea","title":"Hero No.9 Black Tea","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eYing Hong Jiu Hao, also known as Hero No. 9 or English Red No. 9, is a distinguished black tea from Guangdong Province in southern China. The tea takes its name from the Yingde region where it is produced and the specific cultivar used in its creation—Yinghong No. 9, which was developed in 1959 through selective breeding at the Yingde Tea Research Institute. This cultivar was specifically chosen for its ability to produce black tea with exceptional aroma and flavor, and it has since become one of China's most celebrated black tea varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eYingde, located in northern Guangdong Province, benefits from a subtropical climate with abundant rainfall, warm temperatures, and misty mountain conditions that create an ideal environment for tea cultivation. The region's red soil, rich in minerals, further contributes to the tea's distinctive character and depth of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eYing Hong Jiu Hao is typically harvested in spring, when the tender buds and young leaves are at their peak. The production follows traditional black tea processing methods, with careful withering, rolling, full oxidation, and precise drying to develop the tea's rich color and complex flavor profile. The leaves are processed to achieve complete oxidation, resulting in the deep reddish-brown color characteristic of fine black tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe tea is renowned for its sweet potato or honey-like aroma, often described as having a natural sweetness reminiscent of sweet potato and cocoa. When brewed, Ying Hong Jiu Hao produces a bright, reddish-amber liquor with a smooth, mellow taste and a sweet, lingering aftertaste. The tea offers a full-bodied character with no astringency, making it exceptionally approachable and satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shencha","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":53155424731500,"sku":null,"price":30.79,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":53155424764268,"sku":null,"price":51.83,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g","offer_id":53155424797036,"sku":null,"price":94.51,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/7726\/0396\/files\/BlackTea.png?v=1766454397"},{"product_id":"jin-jun-mei-black-tea","title":"Jin Jun Mei Black Tea","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eJin Jun Mei is an exceptional black tea from Tongmu Village in the Wuyi Mountains of Fujian Province, China. Created in 2005, this relatively modern tea quickly established itself as one of China's most prestigious and sought-after black teas. The name \"Jin Jun Mei\" translates to \"Golden Beautiful Eyebrow,\" referring to the golden tips of the tea buds and their delicate, eyebrow-like shape. The tea is made entirely from hand-picked early spring buds, requiring approximately 60,000 to 70,000 individual buds to produce just one kilogram of finished tea, making it one of the most labor-intensive and refined black teas in China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAuthentic Jin Jun Mei is produced exclusively in the high-altitude forests of Tongmu Village, within the Wuyi Mountain National Nature Reserve. This pristine environment, with its cool temperatures, frequent mist, and mineral-rich soil, provides ideal conditions for cultivating tea with exceptional clarity and depth of character. The remote location and protected status of the region ensure that only limited quantities of genuine Jin Jun Mei can be produced each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe production of Jin Jun Mei follows traditional black tea processing methods, including careful withering, rolling, full oxidation, and precise drying. Unlike the region's famous Lapsang Souchong, Jin Jun Mei is not smoked, allowing the natural character and sweetness of the tender buds to develop without interference. This processing approach results in a clean, layered expression that showcases the tea's origin and the quality of its material. The tea master's skill is essential in controlling the oxidation process to achieve the perfect balance of flavor and aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eJin Jun Mei produces a bright, golden-amber liquor with a naturally sweet flavor and complex aroma. The tea is renowned for its smooth, velvety texture with notes of honey, dried longan, and sweet potato, accompanied by subtle floral undertones. The taste is refined and well-balanced, with no astringency and a long, sweet aftertaste. Due to its limited production, exacting standards, and exceptional quality, Jin Jun Mei has earned a well-established reputation in the premium black tea category.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shencha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53065132835180,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/7726\/0396\/files\/Untitleddesign_32.png?v=1768117188"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/7726\/0396\/collections\/Untitled_design_25.png?v=1766453961","url":"https:\/\/shencha.com.au\/collections\/black-tea.oembed","provider":"Shencha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}