tea (n.) \ˈtē\ 1. shrub (Camellia sinensis of the family Theaceae, the tea family) cultivated especially in China, Japan, and the East Indies 2. an aromatic beverage prepared from tea leaves by infusion with boiling water.

Monday, April 11, 2011

Formosa Amber Oolong

A nutty, toasty oolong that eliminates the grassy aftertaste I often find in other jade tie-guan-yins.  This is my personal favorite of Upton’s basic oolong collection, and trust me I've run through the oolong gauntlet.  “With an oxidation level of approximately 40%, Amber Oolong (Wu-Long) teas produce a liquor that is darker than the Jade Oolongs, listed below. The flavor is slightly more earthy and robust.”

TT55: Formosa Amber Oolong
Origin: Taiwan
Steeping Suggestions
Leaf Quantity: 2¼ g/cup
Water Temp: 190º
Steep Time: 3-5 min.

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