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"Little Monkey" Tieguanyin

Bright, fresh & floral notes.
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Item Number:
O-TKY-13-3
Type:
Oolong
Province:
Fujian
Pinyin:
"Xiǎo hóuzi” tiě guānyīn
Caffeine Level:
Medium
Organic:
No
Main Flavor Profile:
Floral
Packaging:
Loose leaf

In China, highest grades of Tieguanyin oolong are prized and often presented as gifts. These lots are judged not only on taste and aroma, appearance plays a very big part in the rating. Once a lot is processed, the leaves are again inspected and variations in leaf size or any broken leaves are plucked out by hand, removed from the prized lot. That leaf, however, retains its lineage – a top grade, finest of the harvest, offering wonderful flavors and aroma. Knowing this process, we have purchased these “castaway” leaves as they are truly wonderful in taste. Our name, Little Monkey Tieguanyin, speaks to the size of the leaves as they tend to be smaller and even broken after rolling. In the steep, you will find a highly aromatic and flavorful Tieguanyin oolong. The best of the harvest but as they say “damaged fruit” and herein recognized as such. We recommend you give it try if you enjoy Tieguanyin style oolongs.

Lot Notes.  As we stated earlier, these leaves are some of the finest of the harvest but have been “damaged” in the processing of the lot. At the same time, note the leaves vibrant, fresh green coloration. Light and aromatic notes emanate from the freshly harvested leaves. The tea has precious, natural aromas. Harvest date is April 2023 

Tea Facts. Our "Little Monkey" Tieguanyin was grown in the AnXi Region in southern Fujian Province. The region's terrier - soils, shape of the rolling hills and terraced mountains, altitude, the proximity to the sea, ample rains and mists, create an optimum environment for cultivating this oolong’s lush flavors. 

Tasting Notes. As the leaves steep, they slowly open to release a lush, light-green-yellow liquor. Taste is often described as floral and buttery. Notes are softly sweet, with a mouth feel that will linger and delight in its complexity. 

Brewing Suggestions. Use boiling water, rinse the leaves briefly and pour the water off. This will "awaken" the leaves. Then re-infuse and steep for 1.5 to two minutes. Optimum water temperature is 195° plus. Drain the water off the leaves between infusions and they should easily provide 5-6 steeps!

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