“This was one of my recent sipdowns, coming from around a month or two ago. I wasn’t planning on reviewing this tea just yet, but Mean Baby, the naughtiest tortie in recorded history, decided to...” Read full tasting note
“derk wrote such a well-crafted, detailed, accurate tasting note for this, I definitely can’t improve on it, but a few additional observations: a) It holds up to my sloppy, ham-handed handling....” Read full tasting note
“One small western cup left so it’s time to write a note! July 2020 harvest. Off the bat, the dry leaf scent recalls a memory. Pulling English ivy down from eucalyptus trees growing on steep...” Read full tasting note
Another high mountain Taiwanese black, it has a smooth floral taste with sweet hints and balsam notes.
The tea is quite light compared to typical black teas with a pleasant sweetness and not any malt or astringency.
A limited edition tea produced in very small quantities, I’ve ordered 1kg this year and probably will not be able to order any more until 2021 due to the limited seasonal nature.
Tasting Notes:
- Very smooth texture
- Complex taste which evolves
- Floral quality with notes of citrus, fruit and nut which develop with subsequent steeps
Harvest: Summer, July 2020
Origin: Shan Lin Xi, Nantou, Taiwan
Altitude: 1400-1500m
Cultivar: Qing Xin
Sourced: Direct from a Taiwanese wholesaler
Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 90°C/194°F
- Use 2-3 teaspoons per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 3-4 minutes
Packaging: Resealable ziplock bag
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