2016 Autumn Ripeness Shou Mei
2016 Autumn Ripeness Shou Mei
Our 2016 Autumn Ripeness Shou Mei was harvested during autumn in Guan Yang and then pressed into miniature mountain ranges. Each little peak weighs about 4-6 grams, the perfect amount of tea for a 100-120 ml gaiwan. Because they’re individually pressed into single servings, they’re great for bringing with you when you travel.
To help these tightly-pressed leaves fully open, we recommend making your first and second infusions longer and hotter than you might usually. Don’t worry, you can brew this shou mei for a full minute and it won’t get bitter! The aroma has a lovely, deep sweetness to it. The flavor has the brightness of a younger tea with subtle, more medicinal notes of an aged tea. We particularly like the warming sensation of this tea.
To help these tightly-pressed leaves fully open, we recommend making your first and second infusions longer and hotter than you might usually.