Yancha - Jin Xuan 金萱
$4.88
$2.68
Jin Xuan, the so called "Milky Oolong", is a hybrid varietal (Taiwan Tea No. 12) bred in 1981 in Taiwan. It was introduced into Wuyi Mountains in the first decade of the century, so that we have the chance to try Jin Xuan Yancha made from this exotic varietal.
Being processed in a method totally different from Milky Oolong, this Jin Xuan Yancha still remains some typical features of the varietal, reminding us some slight milk notes, as well as the sweet Osmanthus scents etc. Due to the relatively light oxidation and the light toasting, the pleasant and lingering floral scents are maximally preserved, and also, which brings a balanced liquor with medium-light body and fresh, mild taste. To sum up, this tea gives us a very special experience that you won't find in common Yancha.
Details
Origin: Zhengyan zone >> Wuyi >> Fujian
Harvest: 2021
Toasting Level: light.
Recommended Parameters (Gongfu Style)
8.3g/100ml/100ºC/8-10s
The rinse step is optional, extend the 1st infusion by a few seconds if omitted. From the 4th or 5th infusion it is recommended to increase the steeping time by several seconds in each infusion.
Review(s) From Tea Blogger(s)
@tempest_in_a_gaiwan (USA): ...This not milky like a typical Taiwanese Jin Xuan. There is a creaminess to the mouthfeel just not a milky flavor. The flavor is bold with fruity and floral notes and rocky minerals. Oh and the scent of the wet leaves is pure ambrosia! Cherries, nectarines, and yellow primroses...(read the full article)
