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Steep time
3–5 min
Recommended
Steeps
5
Recommended
Water temp
98°C
Recommended
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
medium
Typical
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Overview
Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Pairing: shortbread, fresh fruit, or mild cheeses
Made from higher grade Menghai material that was fermented in 2021, this seductive tea reveals a gentle sweetness in layers, wooing you with notes of dark cherry and raw cocoa, and of course a smooth texture. It’s in the name, after all. Underneath the slick first impression is a slight woodiness, and even a touch of bitterness when pushed, although not necessarily noticeable at first. Overall, this is a highly enjoyable and clean ripe that offers a much more dynamic experience than normally encountered in this price range. $0.14/g