Having never tried a Li Shan oolong before, I have nothing to compare this to. However, I am aware of its prestige among the Taiwanese oolong mountains. Given its reputation and price, I must confess that I am disappointed in this tea. It’s a great tea, but does not live up to my expectations. The taste is not as complex as I would expect at this price point.
No bitterness or astringency. Fairly thick mouthfeel. Pleasant, easy drinker. Aftertaste of cream spinach and hou yun is like a piece of melted cheese resting on the back of the tongue. Longevity is 8-10 infusions.
For the price, their Alishan is better IMO. That said, the flavor profiles are similar and this tea is much richer and has a better mouthfeel and aftertaste.
Harvest: Winter 2022.
Location: Li Shan, Heping District, Taichung City
Cultivar: Qing Xin
Dry Leaf: Floral
Wet leaf: Same
Flavors: Floral, butter, cream, cheese, spinach, sweet, lemon.
Flavors: Butter, Cheese, Cream, Floral, Lemon, Spinach, Sweet
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I can’t comment on their Li Shan, but really good ones tend to be more fruity, though they do have floral notes as well.
That would be nice I love fruity notes. Their Shan Lin Xi certainly has a lot. Any Li Shan you recommend?
The Li Shan from Floating Leaves is great, as is the one from What-Cha when it’s in stock.
I definitely want to try them at some point! Will give it a go. Thanks for the rec :)
I can’t comment on their Li Shan, but really good ones tend to be more fruity, though they do have floral notes as well.
That would be nice I love fruity notes. Their Shan Lin Xi certainly has a lot. Any Li Shan you recommend?
The Li Shan from Floating Leaves is great, as is the one from What-Cha when it’s in stock.
I definitely want to try them at some point! Will give it a go. Thanks for the rec :)