Anxi Tie Guan Yin Oolong Tea – High-Aroma, Jade Green Oolong

Product Overview

Sourced from Anxi, Fujian, this classic Tie Guan Yin features tightly rolled, jade-green leaves that unfurl into a bright, orchid-like bouquet. The cup is crisp-sweet with low astringency and a clean finish, making it ideal for both refined gongfu sessions and everyday mugs.

Key Features

• Signature Orchid Aroma: High fragrance with fresh, garden-floral lift.
• Jade Liquor & Clean Finish: Bright yellow-jade cup, low bitterness, lingering sweetness.
• Lightly Oxidized, Low Roast: Preserves floral top notes and green freshness.
• Multiple Infusions: Exceptional performance over many short steeps.

Wellness Notes

• Calm, Focused Drinking: Aroma-forward cup suited for mindful breaks. (Not a medical claim.)
• Hydration-Friendly: Smooth texture with low astringency for easy sipping.
• Daytime Friendly: Medium caffeine; adjust strength to preference.

Brewing Instructions

• Western Style: 3–4 g · 400–500 ml · 90–95 °C (194–203 °F) · 2–3 min. For a gentler cup, start at 2 min.
• Gongfu (Traditional): 6–7 g · 100 ml · 95 °C; optional quick rinse. Start 8–12 s; add 3–5 s each round (8–12 infusions).
• Cold Brew: 10–12 g · 1 L cold water · 6–8 hrs refrigeration for a crisp, floral iced oolong.
• Serving Tips: Use spring/filtered water; fully decant each infusion to prevent over-extraction.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: How is Anxi Tie Guan Yin different from roasted TGY?
  A: This is a lighter, green style emphasizing floral aroma; roasted versions present deeper pastry/nut notes.
• Q: How many re-steeps can I expect?
  A: Western 3–4; gongfu 8–12 or more with careful timing and full decanting.
• Q: Any water tips?
  A: Use 90–95 °C; if bitterness appears, lower to 90 °C or shorten time.