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Ruan ZhiThailand, Oolong Tea

Tight glossy dark green knots. Gently perfumed, a confectionary scent: cream or custard, anise, warm and unique. Pale green clear liquid, do not oversteep the first infusion. Tightly curled at first, it unfurls and expands significantly. Bright yellow in longer infusions. Astringent but less so if using cooler water. Hello, Terry. Attractive bright green varisized leaf with many buds. Generous sample, wet leaf overfills gaiwan, use sparingly. Excellent tea with an elegant fragrance and multiple full-flavored infusions.
Tea: Upton Tea, TL86 (discontinued)
Gaiwan: Red Blossom Tea, Jingdezhen Spring

Upton Tea description: "Produced in Thailand from select plants of Taiwan origin, this special oolong is targeted for the demanding Taiwanese market. Adherence to traditional Taiwanese handcrafting yields a tea in the style of a fine high-grown Jade Oolong, with spicy notes and strong floral overtones."

Tasting notes and photography by @gaiwanstyle.