1.5 tsp for 250 mL water @96C, Western style.

1st infusion, steeped 3 min 30 seconds.

I made this strong, but I wanted a storm of tea this time. I am getting lots of honeyed malt and also a creamy, almost vanilla soybean flavour. Very refreshing. Lots of forest floor in the scent, too. Rich and sweet finish.

2nd infusion, steeped 4 minutes.

Some dark winey-notes, and some leather and honey … almost like a blend of Yunnan and Keemun. And that soybean taste again. Really good.

Bonnie 12 years ago

You are revelling in your new tea’s.

Michelle Butler Hallett 12 years ago

Ohhh yes, yes, I am. :)

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Bonnie 12 years ago

You are revelling in your new tea’s.

Michelle Butler Hallett 12 years ago

Ohhh yes, yes, I am. :)

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