Zi Xi Hong (Selenium-Rich Black Tea) is crafted from exclusively whole tea buds handpicked from historic, natural selenium-rich tea gardens at 1200 meters altitude in Ziyang County, Shaanxi Province.
Selenium-Rich Tea refers to tea plants cultivated in selenium-enriched soil. Through natural absorption and biotransformation, these plants convert inorganic selenium from the soil into organic selenium, which is more easily absorbed by the human body, and accumulate it in the tea leaves. The final tea product contains significantly higher selenium levels than ordinary tea and meets the national standards for selenium-rich foods.
Brewing Methods:
Standard tea-to-water ratio: approximately 1:30–1:50
Gaiwan/small teapot (approx. 110–150 ml): 4–5 g of tea leaves
Large teapot (500 ml): 8–10 g of tea leaves
Office cup (300 ml): 3–4 g of tea leaves
Recommended water temperature: 85 °C–95 °C
Special Note:
Selenium is an essential trace mineral for the human body, known for its powerful antioxidant properties. It is often referred to as the “Spark of Life” and the “King of Anti-Cancer.”
It plays several vital roles in human health:
Boosts immune function
Provides antioxidant effects and delays aging
Protects the heart and liver
Counteracts toxicity from heavy metals (such as mercury and lead)
Helps prevent conditions like Keshan disease and Kashin-Beck disease