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Description
Imperial Tie Guan Yin is a semi-oxidised oolong rolled into pearls. Its name, "Iron Goddess of Mercy", refers to a legend in which the goddess Guan Yin appears before a pious man who looked after her temple, gifting him a tea plant with extraordinary fragrances.
This fine oolong distinguishes itself with its fruity and roasted notes. Low in caffeine, it provides comfort at any time of the day.
This tea is organically grown and has been certified by an approved independent testing center.
Tasting notes
Liquor
Colour: amber
Texture: silky, fine astringency
Flavour: sweet
Notes: roasted, woody, cinnamon, fruity (hazelnut)
Suggestion of preparation
Prepare this tea warm:
With the teapot or the tasting set: 5 minutes in water heated to 195°F.
With the gong fu cha: multiple infusions during 30-40 seconds.
Prepare this tea iced:
In a teapot or a carafe: infuse 0.3 oz of leaves per 2 cups of water at room temperature for 30 minutes. Remove the leaves and store in the fridge.