Steep time
3–5 min
Recommended
Steeps
5
Recommended
Water temp
98°C
Recommended
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
Medium
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Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
The 2021 Diao Retro is an intense, experimental blend that pushes the envelope of disparate materials working together. The overall strength is apparent from the outset with softer characteristics flitting around the edges of the experience. Full of flavor, aroma and feeling. Not sure if it is harmony or chaos, time will tell. Each cake is 200 grams. Pressed in 2021. Each cake is 200g. The cakes are wrapped in bamboo leaf tongs, with five cakes per tong.