Black teas are made from tea leaves that have been quickly and heavily oxidized. This gives the leaf and liquor a dark appearance and significantly changes the aroma and flavor - most notably in the strong body of breakfast teas. Chinese gongfu black teas are less concerned with strength and focus on more subtle characteristics.
Yunnan black tea, commonly known as Dian Hong, comes from the Feng Qing region and surrounding areas of Yunnan Province, China. These teas tend to be full-bodied with rich, spicy, and tobacco-like character, while individual styles can vary considerably.
