I am testing this from a 25g sample. The method I am using is 5g:100mL. The dry leaf is shiny and has a subtle fruit smell, maybe plum. When wet, the leaves smell much stronger, like dates and forest moss. The brew is a soft golden color and smells like green tea.
I’ve brewed this a few times this week, here’s my impression so far. This is a tea to be flash steeped. If overbrewed, the astringency is overwhelming. But when I’ve got it right, it tastes simple and clean. There is a refreshing juiciness to it like biting into a white flesh fruit, maybe a pear. Other tasting notes include wood, hay/straw, and something that reminds me of the freshness after rain. It gives a calming and waking energy.
I think I want to try this tea a few more times before I decide if I like it or not. I’ve tried too many simple & clean teas in a row. The fact that I’m craving something with more depth of flavor is affecting my opinion.
Flavors: Astringent, Bitter, Juicy, Moss, Pear, Straw, Wood
