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Jian Dou Tie Guan Yin 2025 (剑斗铁观音) is a fresh, floral, classic light Tie Guan Yin oolong. It is a high-quality tea from organic plantations, with a clean, refreshing and slightly tart taste.
It comes from Jiandou village in Anxi County, only 8 kilometers from Gande, where the famous Tie Guan Yin is made. The batch meets the strictest requirements of organic farming, which is very rare for Anxi teas, especially for quality Tie Guan Yin.
Characteristics
- Type: light oolong, classic
- Country and region: China, Fujian province, Anxi County, Jiandou village
- Tea cultivar: Tie Guan Yin
- Harvest: September 2025, autumn picking
- Cultivation: organic
- Form: small, irregularly rolled balls
- Taste: delicate, floral
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf: small rolled balls that unfurl into beautiful whole leaves when brewed.
Brew: light and straw-colored; the aroma is dominated by flowers reminiscent of lilac and privet. The taste is clean, classic, floral and slightly tart.
Aftertaste: pleasant and refreshing.
Why You'll Love It
A refreshing tea with a clean floral taste, well suited to an afternoon tea session and to getting to know classic Tie Guan Yin. The leaves can be infused several times.
How to Brew
Gongfu brewing (gaiwan):
- Tea: about 6 g per 100-120 ml
- Water: 90-95 °C
- Time: 10-15 s for the first infusion, then increase gradually
Western-style brewing:
- Tea: about 3 g per 200 ml
- Water: 90-95 °C
- Time: 3-4 min
Storage
Store in a tightly closed jar in a cool, dark place, away from moisture and strong odors.