Ningxia Eight Treasure Tea Three-Pour Gaiwan Tea Gift Box 600g Multi-Flavor Herbal Tea Blend

Ningxia Eight Treasure Tea (Ba Bao Cha, 八宝茶), also known as Three-Pour Gaiwan Tea (San Pao Tai, 三泡台), is a traditional Chinese herbal tea blend from Ningxia. It combines goji berries (Gou Qi Zi, 枸杞子, Lycium barbarum), red dates (Hong Zao, 红枣, Ziziphus jujuba), dried fruit, longan (Gui Yuan, 桂圆, Dimocarpus longan), sesame (Zhi Ma, 芝麻, Sesamum indicum), tea leaves, and rock sugar. In TCM theory, the blend is traditionally associated with warming and nourishing properties. It is commonly prepared by steeping in a gaiwan and enjoyed as a daily beverage.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional Ningxia Eight Treasure Tea blend in a 600g gift box
• Combines goji berries, red dates, longan, sesame, dried fruit, tea leaves, and rock sugar
• Also known as Three-Pour Gaiwan Tea, a classic regional preparation
• Pre-packaged gift box suitable for personal enjoyment or gifting
• Multiple flavor options available including classic and tangerine pu-erh varieties

Quality & Sensory

The blend typically shows a mix of red, amber, and dark tones from the dried fruits, tea leaves, and goji berries. Aroma is sweet and fruity with nutty sesame notes. When brewed, the tea is typically sweet, warming, and lightly fragrant, with a smooth finish from the rock sugar and longan.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in a gaiwan or teapot with hot water for daily tea
• Serve as a warm beverage during meals or gatherings
• Prepare as a traditional three-pour tea for guests
• Enjoy as a caffeine-containing afternoon tea
• Use as a festive or holiday tea gift

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Eight Treasure Tea is traditionally used as a warming and nourishing beverage. It is commonly prepared by placing the blend in a gaiwan and pouring hot water over it multiple times, a method known as three-pour tea. Traditional pairings include goji berries and red dates for their nourishing properties, while longan and rock sugar add sweetness. It is often enjoyed during colder months or as a daily tonic tea in Ningxia.

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