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“I’m drinking this oolong out of a 22 oz cast iron tea pot. I steeped this first infusion for 30 seconds, as recommended by the Silver Needle Tea Co. They also provided further instructions for...” Read full tasting note
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Big Red Robe ( Da Hong Pao) is a rare Oolong tea that flourishes at an elevation of over 7000 feet in the majestic Wuyi Mountain in China. Its subtropical weather, unique climate, and rare soil makeup has spawned this prized tea for decades. Legend has it that an emperor clothed the tea trees that produced this Oolong with a beautiful red robe because it once cured his mother from illness, hence the name, Big Red Robe. This high grade Oolong is handmade, based on ancient tradition, with tender leaves roasted over charcoal to create a smoky but sweet and caramelized flavor.
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I’m drinking this oolong out of a 22 oz cast iron tea pot. I steeped this first infusion for 30 seconds, as recommended by the Silver Needle Tea Co. They also provided further instructions for multiple infusions. I plan to steep the leaves to their full capacity of 5 infusions.
1st infusion: 30 sec
2nd infusion: 50 sec
3rd infusion: 1 min
4th infusion: 1 min
5th infusion: 1 min
I’m really enjoying this tea. I feel like the most prominent notes are caramel, followed by a light honeysuckle finish. I mostly taste the hay and wood notes when the tea has cooled down.
I don’t know if it’s just me, but I taste a ‘mineral’ flavor? Is that just my imagination? Anyone out here have experience with a Da Hong Pao? Have you tasted this as well? I am thinking it’s the yan yun rock taste?
I highly recommend. Soft, light silky sweetness.
Flavors: Caramel, Hay, Honeysuckle, Mineral, Sweet, Wood
