Was a bit nervous about this one, given I’m not generally a fan of very floral teas.
However, I don’t notice even a hint of orchid here. This actually tastes quite similar to the tea I had yesterday – which maybe makes sense, given they’re both from Wuyishan originally. Very sweet, like lightly toasted whole wheat bread smeared with creamed honey and a light dusting of cinnamon. However, I don’t really get the fruity notes with this tea, and it also has a smidge more intensity and bite, especially at the end of the sip. The honey seems a bit darker here, with hints of molasses. No noticeable floral notes to me (other than the honey), maybe if I squint there’s a hint of nectar in the finish? A lot of other reviewers mention the floral aspect, so I guess it’s just me ha ha. Definitely more of a waffle tea to my tastebuds!
Anyway, very pleasant and easy-drinking sweet hongcha. I do prefer the Jiu Qu Hong Mei from yesterday because of the prevalent fruity notes, but will have no trouble sipping this one too. I also have a “Fruit Aroma” zheng shan that I haven’t tried yet, so that will be interesting to compare!
(Spring 2025 harvest)
Flavors: Bitter, Bread, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon, Creamy, Grain, Honey, Mineral, Molasses, Round, Smooth, Soft, Sweet, Syrupy, Toast, Toasted, Wheat, Woody
