Hand-made Xiao Qing Tie Guan Yin from Gan De with a medium sourness and solid flavor.
Tea Profile
At a glance: 2023 Autumn · Tie Guan Yin oolong (Anxi) · our A+++ grade · Sample 7g to 1000g
- Dry leaf: Tightly rolled, semi-ball shaped leaves, as is typical for this kind of oolong.
- Aroma: Orchid-like floral.
- Taste: Spring-water sweetness balanced with medium sourness and a robust tea flavor.
- Mouthfeel & body: Refreshing with a lasting mouthfeel.
- Good to know: Xiao Qing sits between Zheng Wei and Tuo Suan in sourness and thickness.
- Best for: Everyday drinking — a relaxed Tie Guan Yin oolong that suits first-time oolong drinkers.
Brewing Guide
- Warm a gaiwan or small teapot and add about 5–6g of leaf per 100ml.
- Use water at about 95°C (203°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
Zip the bag tight and keep it in the fridge to protect the fresh fragrance. Let it warm to room temperature before opening to avoid condensation.
About the Leaf
You may see some of these; they vary from bag to bag:
- Some fine pieces: normal for rolled oolong and harmless.
- Leaves open up a lot: the rolled leaves expand to whole leaves, so a small amount fills the pot.
