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1.5 tsp for 300mL water @90C. Second infusion. Steeped 4 minutes 15 seconds.

I want some black tea, but I have these glorious leaves left over from last night. One does not simply steep an oolong a single time.

Floral in scent — wildflowers and grass. The taste is more mineral on the second infusion, but also stronger on the florals and cream, especially in the finish. Some stonefruit. This tieguanyin has been lightly roasted, just enough to bring out some depth. Liquor is pale gold.

A stunning tieguanyin.

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I prefer straight teas but will try almost anything … so long as it’s not tainted with hibiscus. I loathe hibiscus.

Floral oolong and complex black teas are my favourites.

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