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China Yunnan Matai 'Old Tree' Black Tea

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Steep time
2.5 minutes
Method: standard
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
95°C
Adjust to taste
Leaf ratio
Oxidation
Caffeine
high
Typical
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Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Pairing: breakfast pastries, aged cheese, or dark chocolate

A black tea produced from a tea garden composed of old trees, which gives the tea a complex and thick taste which transitions from a dark berry quality to a gentle mouth coating cacao finish. Tasting Notes:- Smooth and thick texture- Complex taste which shifts from dark berries to cacao Harvest: Spring 2016 Origin: Matai, Bangdong, Lincang, Yunnan, ChinaFarmer: Mrs. Pu Jin JingSourced: Specialist Yunnan wholesaler based in France Brewing Advice:- Heat water to roughly 95°C/203°F- Use 2 teaspoons per cup/small teapot- Brew for 2-3 minutes Packaging: Resealable ziplock bag