China Yunnan Feng Qing Wild 'Ye Shang' Purple Varietal Black Tea

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80 / 100

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Tea type
Black Tea
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Ingredients
Black Tea
Flavors
Chocolate, Plum, Stonefruit, Floral, Malt, Raisins, Sweet
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Loose Leaf
Caffeine
Not available
Certification
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Typical Preparation
Use 7 oz / 207 ml of water
Set water temperature to 190 °F / 87 °C
Steep for 2 min, 0 sec
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“After having a few other teas, this one ranks high. 20 seconds, Gong Fu, and this is delicious. Like chocolate covered plums…if that makes sense. Either way, it is frickin’ good.” Read full tasting note

Description

A complex wild growing purple varietal black tea which has subtle fruity plum-like notes with sweet chocolate hints.

Tasting Notes:
- Smooth texture
- Complex taste of fruity plum-like notes with sweet chocolate hints

Harvest: Spring Flush 2014
Altitude: 2,000-2,200m
Cultivar: Ye Sheng (var. Assamica)
Origin: Feng Qing, Lincang, Yunnan, China
Sourced: Specialist Yunnan tea wholesaler

Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 90°C/194°F
- Use 1-2 teaspoons per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 2 minutes

Packaging: Resealable aluminium ziplock bag

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