A high oxidation oolong from Satemwa Tea Estate in Malawi via What-Cha.
This quite an interesting oolong. There’s a distinctly fruity aroma on the wet leaves, but with a savory twist. It almost smells a bit like tomato paste… but not in a bad way at all. It almost smells like a tomato pastry of some sort. This is the sort of fruited-savory-sweetness that I’ve seen in Ceylon oolongs as well.
In addition, this Malawian tea has some character that is not unlike a black tea. There’s a twinge of black tea malty aroma, but it is restrained. The body of the brewed tea is full and satisfying. Beyond those subtleties, this tea oozes sweetness. If pushed too hard, or too much leaf is used, a slight bitterness can set in, but again, its mild and totally manageable.
