Traditional Ti Kuan Yin Tea by Zenjala Tea Company

Traditional Ti Kuan Yin

A golden, amber medium-bodied Chinese oolong with undertones of dried fruit.

Translated as “Iron Goddess of Mercy,” this is a medium body oolong from Fujian Province; it is mellow with a strong fragrance and sweet aftertaste. After several infusions the fragrance still remains.

1 Tasting Note

Kasumi no Chajin

Loose
Appearance: large med brown, knobby oolong
Aroma when Dry: fruity, chewy, tobacco notes
After water is first poured: floral, fruity
At end of first steep: chewy, fruity
Tea liquor:
At end of steep: hints of yellow
Staple? Type no, would use brand again
Preferred time of day: any
Taste:
At first?: bitter, chewy fruity finish
As it cools?: gets bland, slight butter notes
Additives used (milk, honey, sugar etc)? No
Lingers? only slightly, with brothy textures
Second steep (5 min)
Aroma: same, warmer
Taste:
At first: fruity, peach, grape, pear notes
As it cools: stays fruity, buttery notes surface