Taiwan Li Shan Black Tea
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A fantastic black tea from high up in Li Shan mountain, with a very smooth texture coupled with an incredible floral taste which lingers in the mouth.
The tea is quite light compared to typical black teas with a pleasant sweetness and not any malt or astringency.
A limited edition tea produced in very small quantities in the Summer, I ordered an initial kilogram and was luckily was able to get another kilogram in.
Tasting Notes:
- Very smooth texture
- Complex taste which evolves
- Floral quality with notes of citrus, fruit and nut which develop with subsequent steeps
Harvest: Summer, July 2020
Origin: Cui Fong, Li Shan, Nantou, Taiwan
Altitude: 1600m
Cultivar: Qing Xin
Sourced: Direct from a Taiwanese wholesaler
Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 90°C/194°F
- Use 2-3 teaspoons per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 3-4 minutes
Packaging: Resealable ziplock bag
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