ZO78: Tie-Guan-Yin Oolong Second Grade

A Oolong Tea from

Rating

80 / 100

Calculated from 3 Ratings
Tea type
Oolong Tea
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Ingredients
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Flavors
Cut Grass, Melon, Grass, Toasted Rice
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Caffeine
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Typical Preparation
Use 8 oz / 250 ml of water
Set water temperature to 190 °F / 87 °C
Steep for 2 min, 45 sec
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3 Tasting Notes View all

“AHA!!!! Instead of following Upton’s brewing directions, I increased the leaf quantity by 50% (used 1 tablespoon for a 12 oz pot), lowered the temp by 10 degrees, and infused for 30 seconds less...” Read full tasting note
“So the first Tie-Guan-Yin I ever had really impressed me. I ended up adding it to my regular stock of tea. This one is good, but also kind of underwhelming. It’s a very green/light oolong that has...” Read full tasting note

Description

Description:
A classic Tie-Guan-Yin, with dark-golden, rolled leaves, producing a flavorful cup with the aroma of sweet raisins complemented with robust earthy tones. The fine flavor lingers on the palate with a toasty, sweet aftertaste.
Origin:
China

Steeping Suggestions: –
Leaf Quantity: 2¼ g/cup
Water Temp: 190°
Steep Time: 2½-3½ min

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