Song Tea specializes in traditional, rare, and experimental teas, and their offerings are carefully roasted to enhance the tea’s unique flavors. This is a red tea (called black tea in the west) with a rich aromatic base, layered with a charcoal-roasted finish. Expect notes of rich grenadine, golden raspberry, and blooming peony.
🫖 Type: Red
🌏 Origin: Taiwan
🔬 Cultivar: Jin Xuan
🌱 Harvest: June 2025
⚖️ Bag Size: 60g
Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 22 reviews)
Sebastian★★★★★
For a tea that skips the usual astringency, this red tea’s smoothness really caught me off guard. I love how each sip brings out those subtle roasted layers without any bitterness. It’s become my go-to wind-down evening cup.
Samuel Y.★★★★★
I was impressed by how the careful roasting gives this red tea a toasty depth without turning bitter. It's smooth enough to drink plain, and I've already reordered a second bag.
Thomas E.★★★★★
The roasting really brings out a mellow sweetness you don’t get from standard black teas. I’ve been brewing it as my afternoon pick-me-up and it’s smooth without any bitterness, even when I forget to set a timer and let it steep a bit too long.
Amelia L.★★★★★
I was skeptical about red teas until I tried this one—the first steep had this incredible, almost creamy mouthfeel that I wasn't expecting from a roasted tea. It's become my go-to afternoon cup, and it holds up well to multiple infusions, releasing new layers of flavor each time.
Harper L.★★★★★
The roasting process really brings out a toasty depth that I haven't found in other red teas—it's smooth without any bitterness. Brewed it at 195°F for three minutes and got a rich, coppery liquor that kept me going all afternoon.
Edward★★★★★
The roasting process really brings out a depth I didn't expect—it's toasty but still delicate, with a long, clean finish that lingers. Perfect for a slow afternoon when you want something more complex than your usual black tea.
Timothy★★★★★
I was blown away by how smooth this red tea is compared to others I've tried—the roasting really brings out a rich, almost caramel-like sweetness. It’s become my go-to for a cozy afternoon break.
Lucy★★★★★
The roasting on this red tea is so subtle and refined—it brings out a deep, honeyed sweetness without any bitterness. The dry leaves smell like warm toasty grains, and the liquor has a comforting, smooth richness that makes it perfect for an afternoon break.
Ellie G.★★★★★
I was hesitant about red teas being too astringent, but this one surprised me—it’s smooth and almost toasty without any bitterness. The careful roasting really brings out a mellow sweetness, perfect for a quiet afternoon. I’ve already reordered.
John★★★★★
The roasting gives this red tea a deep, almost toasty sweetness that I’ve never tasted in a standard black tea. It brews a rich amber cup that feels smooth and satisfying without any bitterness. I’ve already finished my first tin and am ordering more.