“This week, I finished up my for-kicks chemistry class with a lab and was left with some good distilled + re-electrolyted bottled water. I usually utilize my instant hot faucet for tea water, rather...” Read full tasting note
“A sweet oolong with a clear but very well balanced charcoal taste that’s extremely forgiving to brew. Well priced too, after tasting a sample I immediately bought a bigger bag (bigger than I...” Read full tasting note
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The tea has a distinct charcoal aroma and taste, which is well balanced and gives the tea a smooth sweetness and warm taste.
A traditional charcoal roasted oolong which is unfortunately becoming increasingly rare, due to the skill and difficulty in charcoal roasting compared with modern electric roasting.
The tea is stuffed into bamboo which is roasted over a charcoal fired pit, a process which takes days and requires the skill of a specialist roaster.
The tea is a good candidate for ageing as it should change over time as it rests from the roast.
Tasting Notes:
- Smooth texture
- Mineral and sweet roast notes
- Non-dominant roast
Harvest: Spring, April 2016
Roasted: September 2016
Origin: Mei Shan, Yunling County, Taiwan
Altitude: 650-800m
Sourced: Specialist Taiwanese wholesaler
Cultivar: Qing Xin
Oxidisation: 15-20%
Roast: Medium (Level 5-6)
Picking: Hand
Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 95°C/203°F
- Use 1-2 teaspoons per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 2-3 minutes
Packaging: Non-resealable vacuum-sealed bag packaged in Taiwan
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