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Ba Xian – Eight Immortals Dan Cong is the Zhi Lan Xiang fragrance type, a heavier version of the 08 Zhi Lan Xiang. Beautiful and lasting honey sweetness. The flavor is stronger than the aroma, and the aroma is part of the flavor.
Probably the mellowest of the Dan Congs I first tried from Tea Habitat. It is hard to make this one harsh, and the mellow delights just keep coming, infusion after infusion, tart & sweet, and a little spicy.
I start with a modest leaf to water ratio (0.5g per oz/30mL) and infuse over and over, 15-20+ times.
I make this by filling a 120ml pot about 2/3 full of tea leaves, then I use water at fish eyes and first infusions very fast, a minute or less. I get the most amazing floral aroma and the taste of peaches or nectarines. I actually get giddy drinking this tea it is so good. Imen’s teas are expensive but well worth the investment. I’ve tried 8 immortals Ba Xian teas from other vendors and they can’t rise to this level. Highly recommended.
My first (commercial) Phoenix oolong and I like its sweet taste and smooth aftertaste. Prepared in zhong, it gives me 6 infusions.
