CharlotteZero

Mt. Wudong Yu Lan Xiang (Magnolia Aroma) Phoenix Dancong from JK Tea Shop

CharlotteZero drank Mt. Wudong Yu Lan Xiang (Magnolia Aroma) Phoenix Dancong by JK Tea Shop

This tea is quite sensitive to steep time and water temperature. My first infusion (3 seconds) I enjoyed very much, but on the second infusion I let the leaves steep for 30 seconds, and suddenly the broth was very bitter and all of the delicate sweetness and floral notes had been overpowered. Is it bad, then, that I am still impressed by this tea if for nothing more than the price was right?

2013-01-31 23:53:12 -0500

200 °F / 93 °C

0 min 15 sec

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Zeks 2013-04-19 14:08:43 -0400

Yep, I also found Yu Lan pretty unimpressive. Both 2011 and 2012 were just so-so… the others are great though

CharlotteZero 2013-04-19 14:12:16 -0400

Yeah, I still love JK Tea Shop overall. Too bad shipping is so expensive or I would be ordering again today.

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I first became interested in tea through the world of BDSM and my love of high protocol. I was fascinated by the elaborate etiquette of Chanoyu and the humility of Gongfucha.

Tea now means so many things to me, it is so deep and it is revealing new meaning to me all the time.

Tea is a mindfulness practice, and a doorway through which to explore different philosophies, cultures, and historical times. Tea is hospitality and a way of communion. Tea is an art, a ritual, and a tradition. Tea is a complement to the foods I eat (preferably vegan desserts) and is something I enjoy collecting and curating.