2020 De’ang Sour Tea (Bar Shape) (2020 Spring)

Yunnan Defeng Tea Co.

Type

Dark Tea

Origin

Zhongshan Tea Area, Mangshi, Dehong, Yunnan Province, China

Cultivar

Yunnan Large-Leaf Variety

Elevation

1580–1880m

Steeping instructions

Portion: Use 8–8.5 g of tea per serving. Halve the bar if you prefer a lighter flavor. Water Temperature: Use boiling water at 100 °C (212 °F) for all steps. Rinse (Optional): Give the leaves a quick 10-second rinse to awaken them. Steeping (Gong Fu style): Tea-to-water ratio: 8 g : 150 ml. For the first three infusions, steep for 30 seconds. Then use flash steeps, gradually increasing the time as the flavor lightens. Simmering Method (Thermos): Tea-to-water ratio: 1 g : 120 ml. Add tea and boiling water to a tea thermos, close the lid, and let it steep for about 20 minutes before drinking. Boiling Method (Stovetop): Tea-to-water ratio: 1 g : 120 ml. Bring water to a boil, then add the tea. Reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes before serving.