This heavily roasted, aged Big Red Robe has a robust body with notes of chocolate, coffee, and leather. A twisted, highly oxidized oolong with a rich roasted flavor, Big Red Robe (Da Hong Pao) 大红袍 is the most famous of Wuyi mountains “Rock teas” 岩茶. Known for its complex dark-roasted flavor and brilliant orange infusion, Da Hong Pao is one of the most prestigious teas in China with a history dating back to the Ming dynasty. Its deep, roasty flavor makes it popular among coffee enthusiasts, with a clean bite similar to black tea and a sophisticated fragrance with notes of caramel and cacao. Da Hong Pao is best prepared with freshly drawn spring water at a full boil, using a large volume of leaves in a small, wide Yixing clay teapot. A luxurious tea for true aficionados.