Family: Oolong Tea
Origin: Fujian Province, China
Cultivar: Tie Guan Yin
Sourced: Organic
Tie Guan Yin translates as Iron Goddess of Mercy. It is a rolled oolong with a distinctive quenching and refreshing mouthfeel, slightly floral and sweet with a velvety finish. Tie Guan Yin is one of the most popular tea in China and its production dates back to the 18th century.
How to brew this tea
Teapot / Western Style
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2-3tsp / 2-3g tea
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250ml / 8oz water @ 95C / 205F
Brewing time:
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1st brewing length 2-3 minutes
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2nd brewing length 3 minutes
Gaiwan / Gong Fu Cha Style
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Rinse tea leaves first with 95C / 205F water. Let leaves soak for 5-10 sec and discard water. The tea leaves are now ready to be brewed.
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4-6tsp / 4-6g tea
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175ml / 6oz water @ 95C / 205F
Brewing time:
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1st brewing length 20-30 sec
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2nd brewing length 10-20 sec
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3rd brewing length 20-30 sec and repeat 20-30 sec brewing length for 2 to 3 more time to your taste.