2021 Single Bush Dancong Zhi Lan Xiang Iris Orchid Oolong
Harvest Period: Spring 2021
Origin: Ding Yao, Fenghuang Shan (Phoenix Mountain), Chaozhou, China
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Zhi Lan Xiang is one of the honey floral aromas Dancong, it carries the gene from one of the four old famous Songzhong (varietals in the Song Dynasty).
Our 2021 Zhi Lan Xiang Dancong was made from single bush of Ding Yao village at 600m above sea level, it was light to medium charcoal roasted, and the taste is thick and pungent, extends to the back of the throat, with creamy, iris orchid, jasmine, herbal and floral aromas.
Observing the changing of the notes through high to lower temperatures, and on the different parts of the vessels, it is fun to explore just during one brew!
Brewing Guide
Leaves to Water: 0.5g/10ml
Time: 5s/5s +5s
Number of Infusions: 8-10
Temperature: 100ºC
For getting more balanced tastes and aromas, we recommend using a teapot of less than 200ml.