Dark Roast Tieguanyin. Tie guan yin Iron Goddess of Mercy whole, loose leaf tea $16 for one Ounce, or $30 for Two Ounces If this is a Gift, let me know! I’ll included a card with a little note from yourself! Just let me know what you want it say DESCRIPTION Tea: Dark Roast Tieguanyin Grower: Mountain Tea Tea Maker: Chen Mao Sheng Origin: Sumatra, Indonesia Elevation: 1,200m (3,900ft) Cultivation: Conventional Harvest Date: May 2013 Dark Roast Tieguanyin is an oolong tea from the island of Sumatra, Indonesia. Tieguanyin, meaning Iron Goddess of Mercy, is a famous oolong originally from mainland China. This version is grown in the mineral-rich, volcanic soils of the island, before being tightly-rolled, highly oxidized, then fired with charcoal. The result is a thick, warm, amber-colored brew that is very comforting. The sweet caramel & dark chocolate flavors are peppered with notes of smoky cinnamon. The pleasant aroma is sure to lift the spirits. Great for cold nights & cool mornings. Recommended for coffee drinkers, or as an alternative to other strong flavorful drinks. Recommended Brewing Instructions: Use 1tsp (~3g) per 250ml cup. Brew for 2 minutes. - 185F for a full but smooth profile with sweet caramel & dark chocolate notes. - 200F for a bold, robust profile with caramel, cacao, & cinnamon notes. This tea can be rebrewed up to 2 times, with hotter water & longer infusions. ABOUT SINGLE ESTATE TEA Single estate tea is any tea originating from one single tea property, plantation or garden, where the make up of the tea plant’s environment, soil elements, elevation level, as well as climate are important factors that directly contribute to the quality, taste, & health benefits of each tea leaf. The vast majority of teas sold in the U.S. are blends from various estates, or a combination of tea leaves with herbs, dried fruits, or other essential essences. A Commonly favorite herbal tea is Chamomile, which is made from daisy-like flowers. Other herbal favorites are peppermint, lavender, or hibiscus; often blended with oils or colorful fruits to achieve an appealing look or particular taste profile. What’s important to know is that these herbal, floral, & fruit infusions are not actually tea! True tea is made from the leaves of an evergreen species known as camellia senensis, & can also offer minimal levels of caffeine, whereas herbal infusions cannot. Sometimes these herbal ingredients are blended with actual tea leaves, however this often compromises tea’s natural taste & health benefits. For centuries, ancient people sipped tea for its health properties, discovered in Asia for its many medicinal purposes. Over the years, the scientific community continues to discover the various health benefits of tea, which can span from lowering cholesterol levels to cancer-fighting agents & more. Since herbs are not technically considered tea, they cannot offer the bounty of health properties of true tea. & Now, the social beverage of choice world
