Tai Yang Teas
Mao Feng Yabao 'Sweet Melon Bud Black Tea' 25g
Mao Feng Yabao 'Sweet Melon Bud Black Tea' 25g
Each unit is 25 grams of tea, multiple units will be combined
This is a light, experimental blend of 2 black teas, full oxidized buds with consistent full leaf and processing that creates a floral, fruity taste that I believe pairs greatly with Yabao. This particular sheng Yabao is a purple variety, with an almost unreal sour melon fruitiness in the dry leaf. Great on its own or with cream and sugar (recommended Western brewing). A Unique tea to show people the differences in the shape of leaves, buds, and shoots of Yabao.
Recommended at 212F / 100C 5-7g 100ml Gaiwan, with short 5-10 second infusions to start, increasing by about 5 seconds per. Good for many infusions. Then when you're done with your steeps throw it in a water bottle in the fridge overnight for cold brew!
For western brewing, 200F / 95C 5-7g at about 2 minute steeps.