Rivers and Lakes · Shan Lin Xi Winter High Mountain Oolong (Long Feng Xia)
Origin
Nantou, Taiwan
Harvest
Winter 2023
Processing
Medium Roast
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HerbaceousMineralSweet
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This exceptional winter harvest from Long Feng Xia in Shan Lin Xi offers a cooling, thick, and rich character. Its herbaceous notes are balanced by a mellow sweetness, creating an addictive yet comforting profile. The high elevation and unique processing result in a dense, smooth liquor with remarkable resilience to brewing.
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What does Shan Lin Xi Winter High Mountain Oolong (Long Feng Xia) taste like?
This exceptional winter harvest from Long Feng Xia in Shan Lin Xi offers a cooling, thick, and rich character. Its herbaceous notes are balanced by a mellow sweetness, creating an addictive yet comfor. It leans herbaceous, mineral and sweet.
How should I brew Shan Lin Xi Winter High Mountain Oolong (Long Feng Xia)?
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 Shan Lin Xi Winter High Mountain Oolong (Long Feng Xia) come from?
Grown in Nantou, Taiwan. This batch is from the Winter 2023 harvest. The leaves got a medium roast after picking.