Shan Lin Xi
The mountain of Shan Lin Xi is steep and imposing, highly exposed to the natural elements. Its wild character seems to be reflected in the tea produced in this region.
Wulong Tea
Taiwan
Ali Shan
Product code:
CSTW-1
From the mountain of Ali Shan, Taiwan, this high altitude wulong is one of our grand classics.
A sweet and fruity liquor has notes of coconut strong floral aroma with an edge of vanilla.
To learn more about the producer of this tea, Mr. Chen, read this article.
- Cultivar: Qing Xing
- Producer: M. Chen
- Altitude: 1400m
Gong fu cha technique
Quantity / 250ml of water
2
Temperature of infusion
95
Rinse leaves
- Pour water, at recommended temperature for the infusion, on to the leaves.
- Allow leaves to soak for 5 to 10 seconds.
- Strain off the rinse water and begin your infusion.
Infusion length 1
30 - 45 sec
Infusion length 2
20 - 30 sec
Infusion length 3
30 - 45 sec
Teapot method
Quantity / 250ml of water
1
Temperature of infusion
95
Rinse leaves
- Pour water, at recommended temperature for the infusion, on to the leaves.
- Allow leaves to soak for 5 to 10 seconds.
- Strain off the rinse water and begin your infusion.
Infusion length
4 - 5 min
Concentration of antioxydants
425 μmolConcentration in μmol / cup* of tea, on a four-grade scale
425 μmol
425 μmol
Flavour wheel
To better identify the aromatic notes of each tea
Floral
Fruity
Wooded
Earthy
Spice
Vegetal
* 250ml loose teas, 100ml for Matchas
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