1.5 tsp for 250 mL water @96C, Western style.

1st infusion, steeped 3 min 30 seconds.

I made this strong, but I wanted a storm of tea this time. I am getting lots of honeyed malt and also a creamy, almost vanilla soybean flavour. Very refreshing. Lots of forest floor in the scent, too. Rich and sweet finish.

2nd infusion, steeped 4 minutes.

Some dark winey-notes, and some leather and honey … almost like a blend of Yunnan and Keemun. And that soybean taste again. Really good.

Bonnie

You are revelling in your new tea’s.

Michelle Butler Hallett

Ohhh yes, yes, I am. :)

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Bonnie

You are revelling in your new tea’s.

Michelle Butler Hallett

Ohhh yes, yes, I am. :)

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