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100°CTemperature
7g 100ml
Wash: 5s • 1st: 10s • Add: +5sGongfu Timing
Origin
Nilgiri, India
Harvest
Autumn 2019
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This exquisite Nilgiri black tea, dubbed 'Black Orchid', unfurls a captivating floral bouquet characteristic of its high-elevation origin. Expect a brisk and lively cup, beautifully balanced with subtle malty undertones and a clean, refreshing finish that lingers pleasantly.
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What does Black Orchid Nilgiri Black Tea | Autumn Harvest 2019 taste like?
This exquisite Nilgiri black tea, dubbed 'Black Orchid', unfurls a captivating floral bouquet characteristic of its high-elevation origin. Expect a brisk and lively cup, beautifully balanced with subt. It leans floral, brisk and malty.
How should I brew Black Orchid Nilgiri Black Tea | Autumn Harvest 2019?
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 Black Orchid Nilgiri Black Tea | Autumn Harvest 2019 come from?
Grown in Nilgiri, India. This batch is from the Autumn 2019 harvest.
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