Dian Hong Jin Luo

Dian Hong Jin Luo (Chinese: 滇红金螺) is a type of red tea that is known for its distinctive flavor and aroma. This tea is baked in Yunnan Province, China.

Origin and History

Dian Hong Jin Luo tea is produced in the Simao, Pu'er, located in the southwest of Yunnan province, which is famous for its high-quality tea products. The name "Jin Luo" means "Golden Slug" and it comes from the shape of the twisted tea leaves, which resembles a stiffened slug.

Production

Dian Hong Jin Luo Golden Snail King is made from the hand-picked buds of the Yunnan Da Ye Large Leaf (雲南大叶) variety, which is also used to make numerous puers in the region. During the production process, the leaves are rolled by hand into small coils or snails. Since it is a pure bud tea, the snails have a golden color.

Taste

After brewing, Dian Hong Jin Luo tea has an amber hue. It has a profile of sweet honey flavor with a smooth texture. The tea is balanced by a light fruity aroma that leaves a pleasant, long-lasting aftertaste.

Brewing

Manufacturers recommend to use soft purified water heated to a temperature of 95-100 °C to make this tea. One teaspoon of dry tea is used (with a small slide) for every 250-300 ml of volume of a cup or other brewing vessel. Water is poured over the tea and left to steep for 3–5 minutes. Pouring the tea into another vessel after this time softens the astringency and bitterness.