Qin Zhuan Cha – Compressed Chinese Dark Tea from Shaanxi (砖茶)

Product Highlights

• 🧱 Compressed Dark Tea: Traditional brick form for aging and storage

• 🏔️ Origin: Shaanxi Province – ancient tea route and heritage

• 🌱 Flavor Profile: Earthy, mellow, and smooth with age-enhanced complexity

• 🌿 Natural Fermentation: Promotes gut health and metabolism

• 📦 Ideal for: Traditional tea lovers, post-meal digestion, and collectors

Description

Qin Zhuan Cha (秦砖茶) is a centuries-old compressed dark tea originating from Shaanxi Province in northwestern China. Revered along the ancient Silk Road, this tea is traditionally pressed into dense brick forms for easy transport and long-term aging.

Each brew reveals a rich, earthy aroma, mellowed by microbial fermentation and storage. The flavor is smooth, bold, with subtle woody and mineral undertones. Its warming energy and gut-friendly properties make it ideal for daily drinking—especially after meals.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Deep, earthy with hints of aged wood and leather

• Flavor: Mellow and rich, slightly sweet and smooth

• Color: Dark amber to reddish-brown

• Texture: Thick, round mouthfeel with a clean finish

Brewing Instructions

• Amount: 5–8g per 250ml

• Water Temperature: 100°C / 212°F

• Steeping Time: Rinse once, then steep for 10–30 seconds; repeat up to 8 times

• Gongfu style or teapot both suitable

Health Benefits

• Supports digestion and gut microbiome

• Naturally low in caffeine, ideal for afternoon or evening

• Traditionally used for detox and warmth in Chinese medicine

• Aids in fat metabolism and cholesterol balance