Rooteas black tea sampler box and the three types of black teas in it
Rooteas lapsang souchong black tea
Rooteas wild black tea
Rooteas jin jun mei black tea
Rooteas black tea sampler box and the three types of black teas in it
Rooteas lapsang souchong black tea
Rooteas wild black tea
Rooteas jin jun mei black tea
Rooteas black tea sampler box and the three types of black teas in it
Rooteas lapsang souchong black tea
Rooteas wild black tea
Rooteas jin jun mei black tea
Rooteas black tea sampler box and the three types of black teas in it
Rooteas lapsang souchong black tea
Rooteas wild black tea
Rooteas jin jun mei black tea

Tongmuguan Black Tea Sampler Box

$24.90
Weights: 45g
Rooteas black tea sampler box and the three types of black teas in it
Tongmuguan Black Tea Sampler Box
$24.90
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Tongmuguan tea mountain on a sunny day in autumn

Introduction to Tongmuguan

Tongmuguan is located in the core area of the Wuyi Mountain National Nature Reserve in Fujian. It's the birthplace of black tea in the world.

For centuries, tea lovers have passed down a simple truth: “Black tea started in China. Its roots run deep in Fujian. And it all began in Tongmuguan, Wuyi."

What makes Tongmuguan so special?

I guess nature gave it a perfect home for growing black tea. Its unique environment has earned it the title "the world’s most natural tea mountain."

Everything comes together to create amazing black tea:

Generous Rain: Over 2,000 mm of rain falls every year, more than anywhere else in Fujian, mostly during the key growing months from March to October. This keeps the black tea leaves tender and full of life.

Cool Nights & Warm Days: The high altitude brings cool nights after warm days. This gentle rhythm helps tea plants build rich flavors slowly without stress.

Just-Right Temperatures: With an average yearly temperature of 12-13°C, the tongmuguan black tea develops its complex taste naturally. It brews into a smooth, deep amber cup that stays delicious through many infusions.

Fertile Soil: The mountain soil is loose, deep, and full of natural goodness. It drains well but holds just enough moisture, letting the tea bushes grow strong roots.

This magical mix, the pure water, clean air, mountain heights, and rich earth, turns Tongmuguan into a true heaven on earth for black tea.

What are the “roots” of Rooteas?

Rooteas tea making skills

Family Tea-making Skills

Our elders have spent their lives making
tea in the Wuyi Mountains. Now, we want to share their craft with more people, so this tradition doesn't fade away with time.

Rooteas family tea farm

Family Tea Farms

Every leaf comes from our own and our
friends' family tea farms, places blessed with the perfect mountains, streams, and soil for growing tea. This pure, natural home gives you the truest taste of nature.

Rooteas tea leaves

Transparency for Every Leaf

We share our teas with absolute transparency. We want to share the teas we craft, as well as the teas we drink daily. We provide full details on how we make and source them. Hope we can become your trusted tea partner.

All the teas in this Black Tea Sampler Box come from the Tongmuguan area in the Wuyi Mountains, widely seen as the global birthplace of black tea. Our family's tea garden and Tongmuguan are within the same town boundaries but are separated by a 40-minute drive. (Click here to learn about our family's story) Every year during the black tea harvest season, we get fresh tea leaves from local farmers and share profits with them. The three black teas in this box are the most famous kinds from Tongmuguan. They'll show you the secrets of the world's oldest black teas! Click here to check individual options of these tea.

Tongmuguan Lapsang Souchong - 正山小种 (5g*3 packets)
The Tongmuguan Lapsang Souchong has a strong smoky scent, and it always remind me of a cozy campfire. The tea soup offers sweetness and a clear caramel smell similar to brown sugar. It tastes of longan and ripe grains, and the smokiness also fills your mouth. I mean maybe, in addition to the brewing method of Gongfu tea, you can try mixing it with milk, that would be a fascinating cup of milk tea.
 
Tongmuguan Wild Black Tea - 野生红茶 (5g*3 packets)
The Wild Black Tea originates from Tongmuguan's remote region which serves as a special setting for wild tea tree cultivation. The tea exhibits toasted aromas and deep flavors similar to sweet potato and honey. The rich flavor spreads throughout your mouth as you drink it with sweet nectar and fruity notes plus slight woodiness and toasty mouthfeel.
 
Tongmuguan Jin Jun Mei - 金骏眉 (5g*3 packets)
As a top-tier black tea, Jin Jun Mei is most famous for its incredibly rich taste. The tea soup color is golden, as inviting as honey water. Take a sip, and first, you’ll notice wild floral notes spreading instantly in your mouth. That deep, full feel is like sipping a fine aged wine. Then, a gentle sweetness rises in your throat. When the flavor stays on your palate you may catch a roasted sweet potato note. The complex flavor combines the sweet smoothness of black tea with the floral charm of oolong and green tea's fresh taste. All these tastes blend wonderfully, creating a truly delightful surprise.
  • Tongmuguan Lapsang Souchong (5g*3 packets)

  • Tongmuguan Wild Black Tea (5g*3packets)

  • Tongmuguan Jin Jun Mei (5g*3 packets)

  • Brewing guide booklet*1

  • Card of the tea making family’s root*1

45g (nine 5g servings) - 8 to 10 infusions each

120ml water 95℃/203℉, 15-20 seconds, for 1 infusion

Frequently Asked Questions

All our teas are cultivated in the renowned tea-growing regions of Fujian and Taiwan, such as Wuyi Mountain (origin of rock tea), Tongmuguan (origin of black tea), Fuding (origin of white tea), Anxi (origin of Tie Guan Yin oolong), Alishan, Dayu Mountain, etc.

These locations are far from urban areas and densely populated zones, preserving a pristine natural environment with untouched soil and water. This allows the tea to absorb the pure essence of nature, offering the finest taste.

If you’re a beginner, we definitely recommend our Go-to Tea Sampler Box. It includes 8 different types of high-quality teas, allowing you to discover your favorite tea in the most affordable way.

Absolutely not! Gongfu tea is just one brewing style, you can easily use a teapot or a cup. Plus, each tea’s product page has specific brewing instruction.

For finest taste, tea should be stored in a place that is cool and dry.

Rock tea is best enjoyed within a 3-year period.

Black tea is best enjoyed within a 2-year period.

Green tea and Oolong tea are best enjoyed within a 2-year period.

White tea is an exception. Its internal compounds evolve over time, enhancing its fragrance and creating a deeper, mellower taste. Therefore, it does not have a specific optimal drinking period.

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