Today’s cup is a generic Oolong Tea from YamaMotoYama.

This oolong is pretty basic. It tastes pretty much like any average oolong you would get at any neighborhood Chinese restaurant.

The flavor is medium, not drab but nothing special either. The aroma reminds me of a pretty decent Ti Kuan Yin though, so there’s something redeemable.

Morning Cup #25

What’s in your cup?

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Today’s cup is a Da Hong Pao Oolong Tea from PeLi Teas.

This tea brewed up a bit strong. A nice hearty aroma with strong roasted notes and deep vegetal overtones.

The flavor is strong with similar roasted notes, but little of the vegetal qualities came through. This tea has a nice body with some astringency in the finish.

Morning Cup #24

What’s in your cup?

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Here is another tea I acquired while at the World Tea Expo this year. This one is a tea grown right here in the USA! This Kaiwiki Oolong from Moonrise Tea in Hawaii is smooth and easy to drink.

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It seems oolong teas are all the rage right now. They’re being grown in Hawaii and New Zealand as well as Nepal and most of these oolong teas are wonderful! This rule stands true for this Himalayan Jade oolong tea from SAFA Himalaya.

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Oolongs can be some of the most wonderful teas in the world. They’re smooth and ephemeral. This wonderful Taiwanese oolongcreated near the Shan Lin Shi refuge from Naivetea is very pleasant to drink.

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