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100°CTemperature
7g 100ml
Wash: 5s • 1st: 10s • Add: +5sGongfu Timing
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FruitySweetToasted
Vendor Notes
This black tea from Matai offers a complex and captivating fragrance, characteristic of the unique Assamica varietal. It delivers a notably thick mouthfeel, complemented by subtle toasted notes that emerge from the expert drying process, culminating in a balanced and engaging cup.
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About This Tea
What does Spring 2017 Matai Black taste like?
This black tea from Matai offers a complex and captivating fragrance, characteristic of the unique Assamica varietal. It delivers a notably thick mouthfeel, complemented by subtle toasted notes that e. It leans fruity, sweet and toasted.
How should I brew Spring 2017 Matai Black?
Water around 90–100 °C (195–212 °F). In a mug, steep 3–5 min. For gongfu, use 5 g per 100 ml, 15–30 s steeps. You'll get to see how the flavor changes across multiple rounds. Full boil is fine for most blacks. Don't overthink it.
Where does Spring 2017 Matai Black come from?
Grown in Yunnan, China from the Assamica cultivar. This batch is from the Spring 2017 harvest. The leaves got a light roast after picking.
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