Oolong Tea Tie Guan Jin / Iron Goddess of Mercy 50g Specialty Tea

Tie Guan Yin , also known as " Iron Goddess of Mercy " / Iron Goddess of Mercy, is one of the most famous oolongs from the Anxi region of Fujian Province, China. This tea belongs to semi-green teas (oolongs) and is characterized by a unique production process that gives it a complex flavor profile and rich aroma. The leaves of Tie Guan Yin tea are carefully rolled and after pouring, they gradually unfold, releasing delicate floral aromas and bringing a fresh taste with light notes of orchids and sweet creaminess.

The taste of Tie Guan Yin is balanced, with subtle floral accents and a pleasant sweetness that lingers on the palate. An ideal choice for those looking to explore the richness and depth of oolongs, this tea offers an exquisite experience of repeated steeping, gradually revealing different layers of flavour .

Oolong is a type of tea that sits between green and black tea. It is partially oxidized, giving it a characteristically complex flavor profile with a combination of floral, fruity and sometimes lightly roasted notes. Oolongs have a rich, layered flavor and are often rolled into tiny balls or twisted leaves. They are popular for their ability to reveal different flavor nuances during repeated steeping.

Origin: Anxi, Fujian, China
Processing method: brewed real semi-fermented tea / oolong
Taste: floral, creamy, herbal, sweet
Harvest: 2024

Classic preparation in a teapot (500 ml):

• Amount of tea: 8 grams
• Water temperature: 90 °C
• First infusion: Infuse for 4 minutes.
• Second and further infusions: Infuse for 5 minutes.

Preparation in gaiwan (100 ml):

• Amount of tea: 4 grams
• Water temperature: 95 °C
• First infusion: Infuse for 60 seconds.
• Additional infusions: Infuse for 60 seconds for the second and third infusions, followed by 90 seconds for the fourth infusion.