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A smooth, sweet and floral oolong with a creamy texture reminiscent of Taiwan’s jade oolongs.
Sourced direct from PT Harendong Green Farm, a young Indonesian tea farm located in the western end of Java, in Banten Province. The farm was established in 2005 with tea plants imported direct from Taiwan and has since achieved international organic certification. All of Harendong’s tea has a very ‘clean taste’ which is unsurprising as it located in a pollution free environment next to a natural reserve and uses only fresh spring water direct from local mountains.
Tasting Notes:
- Creamy texture
- Sweet and floral taste
Harvest: Autumn 2016
Origin: PT Harendong Green Farm, Halimun mountains, Banten, Java, Indonesia
Organic: Certified organic by IMO Switzerland
Download Certificate: Here
Altitude: 800-1,000m
Cultivar: Cui Yu (TTES #13)
Oxidisation: Very low (~5%)
Roast: None
Sourced: Direct from the farmer Dr. Alexander Halim
Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 85°C/185°F
- Use 2 teaspoons per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 1-2 minutes
Packaging: Resealable ziplock bag
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