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Emperor Jiaqing's Tribute Tea from East Teas

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Emperor Jiaqing's Tribute Tea

Oolong Tea by East Teas

This prize-winning, world class, entirely hand made, old tree Phoenix Oolong from a style originating in the Ming Dynasty was Qing Dynasty Emperor Jiaqing’s Tribute Tea. He ruled from 1796 to 1820. The fragrance is of boat orchids and the sweetness continues in the mouth and into the aftertaste.

1 Tasting Note

Roland
88

The cup is dominated by a creamy sweetness throughout, with some vanilla. Over the top of this are changing floral notes. Both the sweetness and the crisp floral notes continue into the aftertaste. A subtle astringency is present, which highlight the floral flavours. Despite the creamy sweetness, the cup is very clean. From second infusion onwards, slight spice is apparent in the mid-palate and in the aftertaste.

The leaves are entirely large, whole leaves, with a fold & twist. There is a medium degree of oxidation. The wet leaves have a very floral, sweet, blossom-like smell.