Saturday, June 19, 2010

Oolong: Lan Tao Smoky Oolong



This is a handpicked, dark roasted, smoky oolong.
from the Lan Tao district, Taiwan.

Smell: Clean and smoky

Color: Amber and mid-golden

Taste: Very clean, with a high roasted overtone, starts simple with a complex finish

Body: Full finish, even coating, mid tannins, cleans the palate, lingers in the back of mouth and throat

Liquor: Subtle not strong

Stay: Even throughout

Leaf: Handpicked with 2 buds and a leaf, no bruising, even full roast, meticulously roasted and packed

Conclusion: Wonderful tea with or after a large meal, lingering satisfying finish










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