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RoastedChocolateWoody
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This aged Dancong Oolong presents a rich and complex profile, dominated by deep charcoal roast notes that have mellowed beautifully over time. Expect aromas of dark chocolate, sweet vanilla, and toasted wood, with a savory undertone. The brew is thick, viscous, and coating, leaving a profound, comforting finish on the palate.
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What does 2016 Baxian Dancong Oolong taste like?
This aged Dancong Oolong presents a rich and complex profile, dominated by deep charcoal roast notes that have mellowed beautifully over time. Expect aromas of dark chocolate, sweet vanilla, and toast. It leans roasted, chocolate and woody.
How should I brew 2016 Baxian Dancong Oolong?
Water around 85–95 °C (185–205 °F). In a mug, steep 3–4 min. For gongfu, use 5–7 g per 100 ml, 10–30 s steeps (8–15 rounds). You'll get to see how the flavor changes across multiple rounds. Heavier roasts can take boiling water no problem.
Where does 2016 Baxian Dancong Oolong come from?
Grown in Guangdong, China from the Baxiancha cultivar. This batch is from the Spring 2016 harvest. The leaves got a heavy roast after picking.
How much does 2016 Baxian Dancong Oolong cost?
Starts at $25.00 from One River Tea, or about $0.90/g. A 25g package gets you around 4 gongfu sessions at ~6 g each, which works out to about $5.40 per session. Explore more oolong teas on Teadar.