Sipdown
Da Hong Pao is a favorite oolong. I have had one that was sent by some family members to the owner of a local Chinese buffet. All writing on it was in Chinese so I don’t know what kind it was, but it was rich and chocolate-y. It smelled like a cup of cocoa. That was the exception to most DHP I have had.
This one is more like what I expect. A little woody, baked bread or grain, a hint of a ghost of soft cinnamon, minerality…rich flavors mostly on the bass side but not heavy. The mouthfeel is thin to medium.
Absolutely delicious, a favorite of Ashman, and it will be missed. Fortunately I picked up some Ting Ting at Tin Roof Teas yesterday to occupy this tin until more DHP is acquired. They have similar profiles and suit similar pairings to me.
