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Immerse yourself in the profound taste of the legendary Da Hong Pao Oolong Tea, carefully selected by Teemaailm experts specifically for connoisseurs of Estonian tea culture. This rock oolong from the famous Wuyishan mountains reveals a rich and complex bouquet that will captivate even the most sophisticated gourmet.
The aroma of the dry leaf is striking in its depth: notes of dark chocolate, dried fruits, and a light roast intertwine here, foreshadowing an unforgettable tea ceremony. After the first contact with hot water, a brighter, sweeter aroma with hints of caramel and vanilla unfolds. The brewed infusion has a deep amber color, transitioning to reddish-brown, which indicates the high quality of fermentation and leaf processing.
Organoleptics: a rock melody in taste
The taste of Da Hong Pao is a true “rock melody,” unique to Wuyi oolongs. It is multifaceted: the first brew reveals a slight astringency, giving way to fruity notes of peach and apricot, as well as hints of nuts and wood. Subsequent brews unveil new facets: a pleasant sweetness emerges, a light minerality, and the characteristic “yinyun” – a long, enveloping aftertaste with notes of honey and flowers, which lingers on the palate long after the last sip. The infusion has an oily texture, which gives it a special softness and velvety feel. Each cup is a journey through the taste landscapes of Wuyishan, where each brew opens new horizons of enjoyment.
- 🍵 Utensils: Use a gaiwan or clay teapot (100-150 ml).
- 🌡️ Water temperature: 95-100°C.
- 🌿 Tea leaf weight: 5-7 grams per 100 ml of water (for Gong Fu Cha).
- 🚿 Rinsing: Immediately discard the first “awakening” infusion to unfurl the leaves and cleanse them.
- ⏳ First infusion: 5-10 seconds.
- ⏱️ Subsequent infusions: Increase brewing time by 5-10 seconds each time. Da Hong Pao can withstand up to 7-10 infusions.
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