Introduction
In 2023, Zhengshantang and Ningxia Zhihuigong Cultural Industry Group jointly established Ningxia Zhengshantang Biological Technology Co., Ltd. Through the innovative collaboration between "Ningxia Medlar" and Zhengshantang, combined the craftsmanship of Jinjunmei black tea with authentic Ningxia Medlar leaves to develop Medlar Leaf Substitute Black Tea (referred to as "Medlar Black Tea"). This deepens the integration and development of "Medlar + Black Tea."
Zhengshantang, starting from Wuyi Mountain, the "birthplace of world black tea," has now journeyed to Ningxia, the "hometown of Chinese Medlar." With 400 years of dedication to black tea, they have partnered with Ningxia’s authentic medlar leaf products to create a new standard for health-enhancing black tea—Medlar Black Tea!
Medlar Black Tea is made from the buds or tender leaves of new medlar branches from Ningxia, refined by following the processes of withering, rolling, fermenting, and drying, which are typical in black tea production. The sensory qualities of this product include: a tight, dark glossy appearance, bright orange-yellow liquor, sweet and fresh fragrance, and a mellow, smooth taste. It retains the unique flavor of medlar leaves while incorporating the sweet, rich characteristics of black tea.
Medlar Black Tea is an innovative product, made from authentic ingredients with fresh creativity and exquisite craftsmanship. Its health benefits are worth further exploration and research. The leaves, flowers, fruits, and roots of medlar all have medicinal properties. According to the Animal Science Institute of the Ningxia Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences, a comparison of the nutrients in different parts of the medlar plant showed that medlar leaves contain significantly higher levels of flavonoids and polysaccharides than medlar berries, making them effective for antioxidation, lowering blood sugar, and protecting the liver and kidneys. Medlar leaves also contain eight times more iron than medlar berries. These nutritional advantages help boost the immune system.
Taste
Goji black tea · Goji Leave
Made from the buds or tender leaves of young medlar branches from Ningxia, following traditional black tea processing methods such as withering, rolling, fermenting, and drying.
Net weight: 50 G/1.76 Oz
Raw materials: Ningxia medlar leaves
Dry tea: A mix of brown and green, dark and moist; dry tea has a honeyed fruity fragrance and medlar leaf aroma
Soup: Orange-yellow
Taste: Sweet and mellow
Goji black tea · Lapsang Souchong
Crafted from authentic medlar leaves from Ningxia, processed with black tea techniques, then blended with Wuyi black tea. The black tea originates from Lapsang Souchong, while the medlar is the most authentic from Ningxia. "Medlar Black Tea · Zheng" derives its name from the word "Zheng" (meaning "authentic") to emphasize its pure origins and traditional craftsmanship. Savoring this tea reveals the original charm of black tea with a hint of pine smoke aroma.
Net weight: 50 G/1.76 Oz
Raw materials: Ningxia medlar leaves, Lapsang Souchong black tea
Dry tea: Dark brown with a slight green tinge; dry tea carries a pine smoke aroma
Soup: Orange-yellow
Taste: Sweet and mellow, with a longan broth flavor and a subtle pine smoke scent
Goji black tea · Wuyi Black Tea
Crafted from authentic medlar leaves from Ningxia, processed with black tea techniques, then blended with Wuyi black tea. "Medlar Black Tea · Su(粟）" carries layers of flavor that evoke the feeling of being surrounded by lush green mountains.
Net weight: 50 G/1.76 Oz
Raw materials: Ningxia medlar leaves, Wuyi black tea
Dry Tea: Dark brown, glossy; dry tea has a honeyed fruity fragrance
Soup: Orange-red
Taste: Sweet and mellow, with floral honey notes, a sweet potato-like aroma, and a hint of medlar leaf fragrance
How to brew
It is advisable to use a 120ml gaiwan for brewing.
1.Add 5g of tea after warming the cup and smell the tea aroma
2.Prepare pure water that stops boiling at 100°C
3.1-3 course fast rush out, do not soak for a long time. 4-6 courses soak for 5-10s, 6-10 courses about 15s.
The more times of brewing, the longer the soaking time, in order to ensure the stability of the tea soup.
Click here for more detailed brewing guide
Gouqi Black Tea Video
Skip to content
