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2012 Darjeeling First Flush Goomtee Oolong Tea from DarjeelingTeaXpress

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2012 Darjeeling First Flush Goomtee Oolong Tea

Oolong Tea by DarjeelingTeaXpress

This fine Goomtee first flush, technically classified by the garden as an oolong (due to light oxidation), displays the wonderful characteristics of the season! Cupping starts off with a very attractive infusion of small leaf-bud sets of greenish brown with copper highlights. The aroma hints of character. The cup has a clean green, fresh taste, nice mouth feel, then rolls over for a complex flowery finish. Even as it cools, the cup gives off an attractive lilac essence.

1 Tasting Note

Peter Azak
90

Finally, onto my only two first flush oolong teas.

The rolled leaves are a nice blend of deep earthy colors, with a not too flowery scent, more fresh than planty.

As with most oolongs, they steep quite beautifully, making me wish I had a pot that would showcase them as they brewed.

The liquor gives a brilliantly clear golden color, and a fresh floral aroma with a slight toasted finish. I love the scent of a good oolong, and this one does not disappoint.

The flavor is a very green and very fresh taste, very well balanced with little to no astringency. If there is astringency, it works perfectly with it’s floral finish, which is a nice surprise.

This is a surprisingly complex floral oolong, and one I really admire, strong, yet well rounded and very nice.