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Ye Sheng Tie Guan Yin is a distinctive southern Fujian oolong from the village of Gande. The tea was picked in spring 2026 from wild trees of the Tie Guan Yin variety and made on a small family farm in the old style, with a light, delicate final roast.
This oolong can surprise with an unusual flavor and character: it stands out clearly from familiar Tie Guan Yin teas and keeps traits of a wild-grown tea in the aftertaste. Cozy and harmonious, it invites an unhurried weekend tea time.
Characteristics
- Type: oolong, wild-grown Tie Guan Yin
- Region: Gande village, southern Fujian province, China
- Harvest: spring 2026
- Raw material: leaves of wild Tie Guan Yin trees, semi-ball rolled
- Flavor: juicy, clean, round, slightly sweet, lightly spicy
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf: neat, uniform semi-ball rolled strands of a greenish-brown color; the aroma is soft, warm and sweet, nutty and spicy, with notes of seeds, fruit and baked goods.
Liquor: a multifaceted, balanced bouquet: spicy and floral, nutty, woody, with shades of dry field herbs, citrus and berries. The flavor leaves the mouth feeling moist and refreshed.
Aftertaste: long and dynamic, with an interesting development.
Why You'll Love It
Suits those who love oolongs and want to try Tie Guan Yin in an unusual interpretation. Good for a pause, an unhurried conversation, and a quiet evening or weekend.
How to Brew
- Gongfu brewing: porous clay teaware or porcelain, water at 90–95 °C, 3–4 g per 100 ml. Short infusions of 10–15 s, adding 5–10 s each time. The flavor lasts 7–8 infusions.
- Western-style brewing (teapot): a glass or porcelain teapot, 4–5 g (1–1.5 tsp) per 500 ml of water at 90–95 °C. Warm the teapot, rinse the tea with boiling water and pour it off, then add water and steep for 3–5 min.
Storage
Store in a tightly closed container in a dry place, away from light and foreign odors.