I’m so excited about the 2016 spring flush its a bit silly. I cant wait to get some decent grade fresh Darjeeling.
I’m still learning about Darjeeling grade, leaf size, and other factors that make a good cup.
This Thurbo, to me, is nice. It has a sour peach fruitiness mixed with a green leaf & lemon freshness. It works really well, once you get the brewing right, as with most FF DJ. I hit it with 70-80c and just under 3 mins, 2.75g western stylee, 12oz glass.
A touch astringency, not any bad amount to shout about. Definitely not going to throw this out of bed, and Thurbo estate is on my radar for this upcoming flush.
I liked this one, nice if you want a bright cup of something citrus-y
Flavors: Astringent, Citrus, Grapes, Green, Honey, Melon, Pancake Syrup, Peach, Pleasantly Sour
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What was the mouthfeel like for you? Light, heavy? I’m starting to realize this is a factor in whether I’m really going to enjoy a tea. Kinda surprising to me.
Right, ive just made myself another cup. Getting nice warm golden syrup aroma from the cup.
Mouthfeel – medium thick, thin soft woody/leafy oil and this oily coating is medium dry and low astringency, leaning slightly to the dry. Soft but piquant overall – deserves attention like a sheng does, not relaxing.
I like it.
Sounds like there’s a nice tension there. Must try for me! Sorry you had to have another cup. ;)
What was the mouthfeel like for you? Light, heavy? I’m starting to realize this is a factor in whether I’m really going to enjoy a tea. Kinda surprising to me.
Right, ive just made myself another cup. Getting nice warm golden syrup aroma from the cup.
Mouthfeel – medium thick, thin soft woody/leafy oil and this oily coating is medium dry and low astringency, leaning slightly to the dry. Soft but piquant overall – deserves attention like a sheng does, not relaxing.
I like it.
Sounds like there’s a nice tension there. Must try for me! Sorry you had to have another cup. ;)