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7g 100ml
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This unique black tea, crafted from old arbor assamica varietals in Yunnan and expertly charcoal roasted in the Wuyi tradition, offers a vibrantly aromatic and syrupy sweet liquor. Expect a complex interplay of spiced plum, warm toasted cinnamon, and rich mulled wine tannins, culminating in a tea with profound depth and remarkable longevity.
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About This Tea
What does 2023 Swerve taste like?
This black from Yunnan, China offers a distinctive drinking experience. This unique black tea, crafted from old arbor assamica varietals in Yunnan and expertly charcoal roasted in the Wuyi tradition, offers a vibrantly aromatic and syrupy sweet liquor. Expect a complex in. It sits in the "Sweet" and "Spiced" and "Fruity" flavor families, so expect a cup that leans sweet and spiced and fruity.
How should I brew 2023 Swerve?
Aim for water around 90–100 °C (195–212 °F). Western style: steep for 3–5 minutes in a mug or teapot. Gongfu style: use 5 g per 100 ml, 15–30 s infusions for multiple short steeps — this way you can taste how the flavor evolves. Most black teas can handle a full rolling boil, so don't overthink the water temperature.
Where does 2023 Swerve come from?
This black is grown in Yunnan, China and is made from the assamica cultivar. This particular batch comes from the 2023 harvest. After picking, the leaves received a heavy roast, which shapes the final flavor.