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China Fancy White Peony (Organic) from TeaGschwendner

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72/100

China Fancy White Peony (Organic)

White Tea by TeaGschwendner

Fragrant, aromatic cup with a flowery taste. Many stories have been told about these rare, white teas mentioned for the first time during the Ming dynasty. The gentle, aromatic cup is a pleasure to connoisseurs of even the finest teas. Top quality.

2 Tasting Notes

Oolonga
50

I had to buy a 50 g bag to try this because TeaGschwender doesn’t offer any samples and I am not happy about it now.

This tea feels watered down no matter how much leaf I use or how long I steep it; water temperature doesn’t seem to affect it either. The brew totally lacks depth. It isn’t sweet or flowery in particular, a bit smoky perhaps but again this smokiness is very muted and does not exactly contribute to the flavor.

Overall it’s drinkable but not enjoyable. I also find it goes better with food.

novaheart27
75

I love it. Very light and soft with huge leaves. Best without sugar or milk I find.