“Mellow, medium level of astringency. I liked the brew I got from 3 minutes and 30 seconds, and water that’s just shy of boiling best. If you want more astringency, do 4+ minutes. Delicate...” Read full tasting note
“I’m still working my way through a lot of the samples I have accumulated over the course of the year. I ended up with a 10 gram sample of this black tea over the summer, put it on the back burner,...” Read full tasting note
“This was rather good. Very nice, sweet, and subtle. Would drink again.” Read full tasting note
A most unusual black tea from a most unexpected tea region, which possesses a sweet raisin taste.
Tea growing started in Azerbaijan in 1931 by decree of the Soviet Union as they sought to establish a second tea growing region. All tea production is based in the Lankaran region due its sub-tropical climate and mountainous conditions. The collapse of the Soviet Union and subsequent war with Armenia impacted heavily upon the industry and resulted in a sharp fall in production.
Tasting Notes:
- Complex tea with some astringency
- Sweet raisin taste
Harvest: Autumn 2016
Origin: Lenkoran and Astara, Azerbaijan
Sourced: From our ‘contact’ in Azerbaijan
Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 95C/203°F
- Use 1-2 teaspoon per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 5-6 minutes
Packaging: Resealable ziplock bag
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