Ginseng Oolong Tea

This tea is from the spectacular province of Fujian on the Southeast coast of China famed for its Oolong teas. In China Ginseng Oolong is known as Lan Gui Ren translating as ‘Lady Orchid’ due to the way the rolled leaves unfurl and the slight hint of Orchid in the flavour.

To make this tea the Oolong leaves are rolled into tight pellets and then dropped into a mixture of American Ginseng and liquid Liquorice grass so the whole pellet is coated.

While the pellet is a dark green/grey colour the tea will brew a delightful golden yellow and you will be overcome by the sweetness while it brews.

Adding the ginseng to the oolong tea serves to sweeten the potential bitter after taste that is sometimes experienced after drinking Oolong. The different ingredients balance each other out to create the perfect equilibrium of flavours and smells.

Brewing Guide

3-4g in an average sized teapot, use boiled water cooled to 85˚C. Infuse for 30 seconds and discard first brew. Re-steep and infuse for 1-3 minutes, depending on taste. Re-steep up to 3 times.

Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.