Taiwan 'New Style' Dong Ding Oolong Tea
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A Dong Ding produced in the 'new style' with a lighter roast and lower level of oxidisation compared with the traditional Dong Ding production method. It has a creamy texture due to the use of the Cui Yu cultivar coupled with a sweet floral taste with a light background roast taste in the finish.
Tasting Notes:
- Smooth texture
- Creamy texture and taste
- Sweet and floral with light roast notes in the finish
Harvest: Spring, April 2024
Organic: Non-certified organic farming
Origin: Ming Jian, Nantou County, Taiwan
Altitude: 350-400m
Sourced: Specialist tea 'finisher' who buys and roasts the tea leaves from local farmers
Cultivar: Cui Yu (TTES #13)
Oxidisation: 20%
Roast: Light (Level 2)
Picking: Machine
Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 95°C/203°F
- Use 1 teaspoon per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 3 minutes
Packaging: Non-resealable vacuum-sealed bag packaged in Taiwan
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