Communitea x Wang Family 玫瑰花紅茶 (Méi Guī Huā Hóng Chá)
This elegant blend combines the full-bodied richness of Taiwan’s famous Taicha No. 18 black tea with the fragrant petals of organically grown Korazerka (Ekstase) miniature roses from Puli Township. These vibrant pink blossoms, known for their damask aroma and balanced sweetness, infuse the base tea with layers of fragrance and fruit.
The result is a luxurious, floral-forward cup with complexity and depth. The minty-cinnamon undertones of the Hongyu cultivar remain present but softened by the rose’s honeyed perfume and hints of peach, litchi, and blackberry. Perfect for those who appreciate refined aromatics without overwhelming perfume.
This tea is part of our Communitea x Wang Family Tea series, vacuum-sealed at source and co-labeled to honor both origin, craft, and the work of growing and connecting communities. Every purchase helps grow educational and intercultural initiatives through Storied Journeys, Village Teacher, and the Communitea Project.
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Tea Info
Tea Origin
Tea Name: 玫瑰花紅茶 (Méi Guī Huā Hóng Chá) English Name: Rose Black Tea Cultivar: Taicha No. 18 – Hóngyù (台茶18號 – 紅玉) Region: Yúchí Township, Nantou County, Taiwan Elevation: 800m Oxidation: Full (100%) Roast: Sun-withered / Light Heat Processing Caffeine: High Season: Autumn 2024 (September) Harvest Style: Hand-picked Flavor Profile: Damask rose, honey, litchi, peach, blackberry Best For: Floral Tea Lovers, Afternoon Sippers, Black Tea Fans, Iced Tea Enthusiasts
Gongfu Brewing Method
Teaware: Gaiwan, Clay (pot seasoning and great heat retention, not as good for color appreciation), porcelain (color appreciation and good retention), or glass teapot (color appreciate but loses heat quickly)
Leaf Amount: 2.5g | 1 tsp per 250 ml (8 oz) Water Temp: 90–95°C | 194–203°F Steep Time: 2.5–3.5 min Re-steep: Up to steeps
Iced/Cold Brew Method
Teaware: Glass and silicon infuser bottle
Leaf Amount: 5g per 500 ml (17 oz) Infusion Time: 6–10 hours refrigerated
Flavor Profiles (Cold): Rose Petal, Lychee, Stonefruit, Black tea malt
Pro Tip: Cold brewing highlights the floral fruitiness and creates a lightly sweet, perfume-softened finish.
Leaf, Liquor, & Tasting Notes
Dry Leaf: Tightly twisted dark black leaves interspersed with vivid pink rose petals. Aroma is sweet, heady, and floral — with notes of damask rose and dried peach skin.
Liquor: Clear, red-gold amber with a gentle floral veil.
First Round: Fragrance-forward and fresh. Damask rose fills the cup, softened by honey and the tea’s signature minty base. Light hints of litchi rise on the finish.
Second Round: The rose remains present but integrates more fully into the liquor. Cinnamon and stewed peach emerge, giving weight and sweetness to the profile.
Third Round: Floral complexity peaks. Blackberry and dark fruit tones appear beneath the rose, balanced by the black tea’s natural body and soft tannins.
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Teaware that brings out the fullest potential of the tea and meets you where you are at in your tea journey - on the go, casual drinker, iced enthusiast, aspiring connouisseur.
Communitea is committed to not white labeling. We are apart of each others stories. The teas our partners provide us with are the product of their hard work and commitment to community. We commit to fair pricing that respects their margins and also allows us to provide for our workers and programs in the US to continue the work.
The Wang Family
The Wang Family (brother and sister owners Josh and Ivy) have been farming and producing tea for four generations in Taiwan. They take pride in their traditional and sustainable farming practices that have been passed down through the generations; they believe in letting nature do its work, rather than relying on chemicals or other modern farming techniques.
By working alongside nature, they ensure that the unique characteristics and flavors of Taiwan's beautiful terroir are preserved in each cup of tea.
Another important aspect of their tea production is their use of traditional charcoal roasting. Unlike most modern tea roasters that use electricity or gas, they use high-quality longan wood charcoal sourced from a local renewable forest. The charcoal tea roasting process is a delicate task that requires skilled hands, patience, and a keen sense for the fire.
Partnership with Communitea
Our partnership with Wang Family Tea is built on shared roots—growing tea and growing community. As they cultivate sustainable, generational farming and tea education in Taiwan, we cultivate education, opportunity, and connection between our communities and theirs. Together, we create pathways for our communities to learn with and from one another through cross-cultural exchanges and community-based education—funded directly through every cup of Communitea.
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