Guangxi Black Tea
Guangxi Hong Cha
Guangxi black tea comes from the karst hills of southern China, not far from the Liu Bao dark-tea region.
Flavor Profile
What does Guangxi Black taste like?
Guangxi black tea comes from the karst hills of southern China, not far from the Liu Bao dark-tea region. The cup is mellow and gently sweet: honey and light caramel notes with a soft, round body and a clean finish. It rarely shows the drama of Wuyi or Yunnan blacks, but its balance and smoothness make it a comfortable daily tea, and it has long been blended into export breakfast teas for its easy, affable character.
Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.
Origin
Guangxi, China
Guangxi's humid, subtropical climate supports both black tea and the province's famous dark teas.
The birthplace of tea, producing every major tea style from green to dark.
Brewing Guide
How to Brew Guangxi Black
Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.
Caffeine
Caffeine in Guangxi Black
Typical brewed serving
Guangxi Black is a medium-caffeine black tea. A typical brewed serving contains about 30–55 mg of caffeine.
Values can vary depending on quantity, brewing time, serving size, and preparation method.
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FAQ
Guangxi Black Tea FAQ
Quick answers about Guangxi Black tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.
What is Guangxi Black tea?
Guangxi black tea comes from the karst hills of southern China, not far from the Liu Bao dark-tea region. It is also known as Guangxi Hong Cha.
Does Guangxi Black tea have caffeine?
Yes. Guangxi Black is a medium-caffeine tea, typically 30–55 mg per brewed serving.
What does Guangxi Black tea taste like?
Guangxi Black is known for a profile led by Honeyed, Sweet, and Smooth, with a medium body.
How do you brew Guangxi Black tea?
Use about 3 g of tea per 250 ml of water at 90–95°C, steeping for 3–4 minutes. It can be re-steeped 1–2 times.
Is Guangxi Black tea bitter?
Bitterness is not a defining note of Guangxi Black; its profile centers on Honeyed, Sweet, and Smooth.