Inexperienced oolong drinker – especially Taiwanese roasted oolong – here. This one is startlingly complex in that the flavor and scent varies more than I assumed, but if I were a more experienced tea drinker, I’m sure I’d be able to sense more than I did. This review is based on the first cup I brewed.
The aroma of the dry leaf is seaweed and ocean, like gyokuro, one of my favorite kinds of teas, so I took pleasure in sniffing the leaves. Meanwhile, the aroma of the wet leaf smells of grilled brussel sprouts (wish I could put that in “flavors”), or some other bitter vegetable. The liquor is light gold; creamy; and light-bodied, yet flavorful; and has an intensely floral and woody aftertaste.
Thank you, Geoff and Max, for this wonderful sample!
Flavors: Cream, Flowers, Ocean Breeze, Seaweed, Wood
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Hi KiwiDelight, Max here. Thanks for the review, we’re so glad you enjoyed this roasted oolong. We’d like to give you another opportunity to get more familiar with oolong tea, just a little treat to show our appreciation. Look for an email from us in the next 24 to 48 hours. Cheers!
Sorry, we’re experiencing some delays. Rest assured you’ll hear from us soon! Meanwhile, if you could help us by sending us an email to [email protected] linking your Steepster ID to your Temple Road subscribing member email, that would be a big help, thanks!
A New Tea Is Out! You’ll receive a free 10g sample of the Crane Monk Light Oolong Premium Tea for previously reviewing the Tiger Monk. Simply send an email to [email protected] to help us link your Steepster user name to your Temple Road subscribing member email address. Also, feel free to take advantage of our 50% discount offer, go to www.templeroadtea.com. Thank you!
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