Cloud Born

Brewing Method: We suggest starting with 3-4 grams as this is a flavorful tea, and decide if you want to brewer it stronger with more leaf. Our favorite method is Sidehandle Bowl Tea, but it also brews nicely gongfu. For brewing method guidance, please refer to the Brewing Guide on Living Tea’s website.

Water Temp: 195 D Fahrenheit

Steep Time: Very short initial steeping (2-3 seconds) then longer as the session progresses. Yields 8-10 nice full-bodied cups. The practice of short steepings is different than European tea whereby you steep the tea for a long time.

Purple Red Tea is a unique form of Camellia sinensis because the leaves are rich in anthocyanins—the same antioxidants found in blueberries and purple corn—which give the tea its natural deep purple-red hue and characteristic honey-sweetness. Chemically, Purple Red Tea has high levels of polyphenols, including catechins and flavonoids, which contribute to its potential anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties. The presence of L-theanine supports a calming effect, while moderate caffeine promotes alertness without overstimulation.