Steep time
10s
Method: standard
Steeps
5
Recommended
Water temp
98°C
Adjust to taste
Leaf ratio
6.4g / 100ml
125 ml Recommended
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
High
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Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Pairing: shortbread, fresh fruit, or mild cheeses
Liu Bao tea originated in Guangxi, China, and manufactured in Guangxi and Hong Kong during the last century to export to Malaysia and became the local favourite tea, especially for the thirsty mineworkers. Nowadays, vintage Liu Bao tea is highly sought after by tea enthusiasts because of its unique betel nut aroma. Smooth, mellow, betel nut old tea flavour.