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IntenseBoldComplex
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This 2021 blend offers an intense and complex character, showcasing a distinct strength right from the start. Nuanced, softer notes dance around the edges, contributing to a full experience of flavor, aroma, and sensation. It promises an intriguing journey as it continues to age.
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About This Tea
What does 2021 Diao Retro taste like?
This 2021 blend offers an intense and complex character, showcasing a distinct strength right from the start. Nuanced, softer notes dance around the edges, contributing to a full experience of flavor,. It leans intense, bold and complex.
How should I brew 2021 Diao Retro?
Water around 95–100 °C (203–212 °F). In a mug, steep 3–5 min. For gongfu, use 5–7 g per 100 ml, 10–20 s steeps (10–20+ rounds). You'll get to see how the flavor changes across multiple rounds. Rinse the leaves once with boiling water before your first real steep. It cleans off storage dust and gets the flavor going.
Where does 2021 Diao Retro come from?
Grown in China. This batch is from the 2021 harvest.
How much does 2021 Diao Retro cost?
Starts at $18.60 from white2tea, or about $0.64/g. A 25g package gets you around 4 gongfu sessions at ~6 g each, which works out to about $3.84 per session. Explore more dark teas on Teadar.