2026 spring Tan Bei (charcoal-roasted) Tie Guan Yin from Anxi, in 9g vacuum packs.
Tea Profile
At a glance: 2026 Spring · Tie Guan Yin oolong (Anxi) · Charcoal roast · our A+++ grade · Sample around 9g (1 mini bag) to 1000g (112 mini bags)
- Dry leaf: Dark, tightly curled threads.
- Aroma: Charcoal roast with elegant floral notes.
- Taste: Mellow and natural with honey-like sweetness.
- Mouthfeel & body: Smooth.
- Aftertaste: Saliva production and a finish.
- Best for: Everyday drinking. This Tie Guan Yin oolong is easy to enjoy, and a friendly choice for first-time oolong drinkers.
Brewing Guide
- Warm a gaiwan or small teapot and add about 5–6g of leaf per 100ml.
- Use water at 100°C (212°F).
- Give the leaves one fast rinse.
- Start with 10 seconds for the first infusion so the leaves can open, then 5–10 seconds, then add roughly 5 seconds per round.
- Decant fully into a fair cup each time.
Treat these as a starting point and adjust to your taste.
Storage
Store sealed in a cool, dry, dark spot away from strong smells. The roast keeps it stable, so the fridge is not needed.
About the Leaf
You may see some of these; they vary from bag to bag:
- Some fine pieces: normal for rolled oolong and harmless.
- Darker, glossier leaf: this is the roast, not spoilage.
- Leaves open up a lot: the rolled leaves expand to whole leaves, so a small amount fills the pot.
