Ha Ma Tui Tie Guan Yin

We call the Hong Xin Tieguanyin from our Anxi Long Juan garden “Ha Ma Tui” — Frog Legs.
Why such a name, you ask?
Back in the 1960s, the hallmark of traditional Tieguanyin craftsmanship was precisely this — “Dragonfly Head, Frog Legs.”

Traditionally processed, shaped and roasted with hard-wood charcoal. The roasting is medium-high and it took a good half year before we found the tea to be ready for consumption. The roasting brings a lovely honey layer with a mild sweetness. The liquor is full-bodied, rounded and soft. The tea evolves nicely along the brews to release an elegant flowery layer. Nice length.

Information

Origine: Fu Jian province
Harvesting area: An Xi county (Jing Tea Shop farm, single parcel)
Plantation altitude: ~800 above sea level
Harvesting: Spring 2024
Tea varietal: Tie Guan Yin
Certification: EU-compliant

Suggestions

Teaware: Duan Ni, Hei Ni, Xiao Hong Ni, Pin Zi Ni
Water temperature: 90-95C
Storage: Drink now and through 2029