Taiwan Yu Chi 'Assam' Black Tea
£12.00
A Taiwanese black produced from Indian Assam cultivars originally planted during the 2nd World War, it has the full bodied malt taste typically associated with Assam along with the refined smoothness of a Taiwanese black coupled with a hint of sweetness.
Tasting Notes:
- Smooth taste
- Lingering malt with a touch of sweetness
Harvest: Summer, July 2024
Origin: Yu Chi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan
Altitude: 600-800m
Producer: Mr. Lee
Sourced: Specialist Taiwanese tea wholesaler
Cultivar: TTES.8 Assam
Picking: Hand
Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 90°C/194°F
- Use 2 teaspoons per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 2-3 minutes
Packaging: Non-resealable vacuum-sealed bag packaged in Taiwan
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