First Class Chinese Green Tea Tie Guan Yin 7g x 36 Individual Little Packs
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Renowned for its exquisite floral aroma and smooth, subtly sweet flavor, Tie Guan Yin is a premium Chinese oolong tea that captivates the senses. Delicately processed to achieve the perfect balance of oxidation, this tea offers a truly unique and indulgent drinking experience. Each sip transports you to the lush, rolling hills of Fujian, where this celebrated tea originates. Whether you’re a seasoned tea enthusiast or new to the world of oolongs, Tie Guan Yin is a must-try that will elevate your tea ritual and leave you craving more of its exceptional, orchid-like notes.
Tie Guan Yin, also known as Iron Goddess of Mercy, is a highly prized variety of Chinese oolong tea. It originates from the Anxi County in the Fujian province of China. This tea is renowned for its complex, floral aroma and smooth, slightly sweet flavor.
The processing of Tie Guan Yin tea involves several meticulous steps:
Harvesting: The tea leaves are hand-picked, typically in the spring when the new buds and leaves are at their most tender and flavorful.
Withering: The freshly picked leaves are spread out and allowed to wither in the sun or in a climate-controlled environment to reduce their moisture content.
Oxidation: The leaves are then rolled and twisted, which initiates a controlled oxidation process. This partial oxidation is what gives Tie Guan Yin its distinctive oolong characteristics, somewhere between a green and a black tea.
Roasting: The leaves are roasted at low temperatures to halt the oxidation and develop the tea’s complex aroma and flavor profile.
Finishing: The tea leaves may undergo additional rolling, shaping, and roasting to enhance their appearance and taste.
The resulting Tie Guan Yin tea has a pale green to golden liquor, with a fragrant, floral aroma and a smooth, slightly sweet taste. It is often described as having notes of orchid, honey, and toasted nuts. The tea can be infused multiple times, revealing different nuances with each steep.
Tie Guan Yin is highly valued for its health benefits as well. Like other green teas, it is rich in antioxidants, amino acids, and vitamins, making it a popular choice among tea connoisseurs and health-conscious consumers.
