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This tea is chock-full of flavor and aroma in the manner of an oolong! The dry leaf is shockingly reminiscent of wine and roses, almost like a dessert wine or aperitif. The infusion is bright and attractive with an luminous coppery appearance, reddish blush, greenish accents. It is one of those autumnal Darjeelings that is satisfyingly full of tannins but without noticeable bitterness. This is a tea-lover’s tea for sure and takes milk exceedingly well.
Detail
Origin: 2011 Darjeeling
Tea Estate: Gopaldhara
Colour: Oolong
Grade: Thunder
Flush: Autumn
Type: Single Estate
Length of Infusion: 3-5 mins
Water Temperature: 90-100 C
Dry Leaves
Aspect: Medium-large, twisted leaf; about 20-25% light golden tips
Colours: Reddish-brown
Scents: Wine and roses, freshly-baked scones
Brewed Leaves (Infusion)
Colours: Brilliant, coppery, rosy, with a touch of green
Scent: Chocolate and spice
Liquor
Colours: Medium amber
Flavour: Full, round, tangy, orange/citrus; bright and brisk
Aromas: Sweet and fruity
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