Sun Moon Ruby 18
**The hot weather, August 2025 version of this classic tea is wonderful! Highly recommend for fans of the Ruby 18 Cultivar.
Ruby 18 is quickly becoming one of the most famous black teas produced in Taiwan due to its unique and memorable flavor profile. Depending on the season and terroir, hints of mint, cinnamon, red fruit, spice, malt and signature menthol-like mint greet those who are lucky enough to get their hands on this one-of-a-kind tea.
This Sun-Moon-Lake-area Ruby 18 is strong, bold and crisp. Unique, flavorful and unforgettable, it is easy to see why the Ruby 18 cultivar is becoming such a popular tea!
Elevation: 400m
Area: Yuchi, Nantou, Sun Moon Lake Area
Status: Certified Organic
Cultivar: Ruby 18
Oxidization: 100%
Season: August, 2025
Method: Hand picked, processed on site, very small batch
Recommend Brewing Style: 3-5g per 100ml, ~95C water(205f), 30, 30, 45 then add 5-10 seconds steeps in gaiwan. Lasts 4-6 steeps.
For stronger brews they can be brewed for up to a minute at a time but be careful not to make them too strong!
***Not recommended for western style brewing***
