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“This is a subtle and comforting tea that lasts for a while. Its most remarkable is the refreshing and peaceful cha qi. If I were to summarize the full experience of the tea in one word, I would...” Read full tasting note
This is something rare. Handpicked, high mountain oolong from Alishan – stored for 12 years in super dry condition we can call “sealed storage” cause during the storage humidity of leaves was kept at very low level – to maintain the moisture level not higher than 5%. It was re-dried in electric oven few times but originally teas tea was unroasted. I bought it from my Taiwanese friend who kept this tea from the year of the harvest. From the first sips you can appreciate smooth aged notes – like wood, honey and some wild herbs nuances. Bitterness is close to something I call “walnut bitterness” but it’s very balanced. What makes the biggest difference between natural or more humid storage – here, with very dry storage, you won’t find any plum sourness. After sipping the cup, just sit and relax because the best is yet to come. Aftertaste is overwhelming – sweet and long lasting. Exceptionally clean and pleasant.
Origin: 1300- 1400 meters above sea level, Shi Zhou, Ali Shan, Jiayi county (Chiayi), Taiwan
Harvest: Spring 2008
Varietal: Qing Xin (Chin Shin)
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This is a subtle and comforting tea that lasts for a while. Its most remarkable is the refreshing and peaceful cha qi. If I were to summarize the full experience of the tea in one word, I would liken it to sunshine.
Taste is a mix of nut oils, flowers, spices and roasted apples, none of which is particularly strong. The aftertaste, on the other hand, is herbaceous and sweet with a custard note.
Flavors: Apple, Custard, Floral, Flowers, Herbaceous, Nuts, Spices, Sweet
