Feng Qing, Yunnan Province — a county central to the history of Dian Hong black tea, where large-leaf cultivars thrive at high altitude. Feng Qing is renowned for producing teas with both robust body and refined fragrance. The region sits within the Lincang prefecture, an area known for ancient tea trees, some of which are centuries old and continue to be harvested today. The soil is mineral-rich, and the elevation—often above 1,600 meters—contributes to slow leaf growth, enhancing concentration of flavor and aroma.

Since the 1930s, Feng Qing has been at the forefront of black tea innovation in Yunnan, with Dian Hong varieties gaining worldwide recognition for their golden buds and malty sweetness. The county’s microclimate of mist, rain, and cool mountain air preserves leaf tenderness and ensures a balance between strength and smoothness. Generations of tea makers in Feng Qing have perfected oxidation and firing techniques, resulting in teas that are both bold and nuanced, carrying the depth of Yunnan’s terroir in every infusion.