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Clear glass teacup with tea on a white background
Dry green tea leaves on a white background
Clear glass teacup with tea on a white background

Tie Guan Yin 2024

Hand-picked in 2024, Tie Guan Yin is also known as the Iron Goddess of Mercy and is one of China’s most celebrated oolong teas, originating from Anxi County, Fujian Province. This tea is renowned for its floral aroma, smooth body, and lingering sweetness, crafted using traditional methods passed down for generations. Its name honours a legendary tale of the Bodhisattva Guanyin and the sacred tea plant she gifted to a devoted farmer.

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Hand-picked in 2024, Tie Guan Yin, also known as the Iron Goddess of Mercy is one of China’s most revered oolong teas, celebrated for its rich heritage and exquisite flavour.

Originating in the 18th century in Anxi County, Fujian Province, this tea carries with it a legendary story of devotion and discovery. According to tradition, a humble farmer restored a neglected temple to the Bodhisattva Guanyin. In gratitude, the goddess appeared to him in a dream and led him to a hidden tea plant in the mountains. The leaves from this plant yielded a tea so exceptional it was named Tie Guan Yin - "Iron" for the weight of its tightly rolled leaves, and "Goddess of Mercy" to honour the divine gift.

Today, this prized oolong is still crafted by skilled artisans in Anxi using time-honoured techniques. The result is a beautifully aromatic tea with floral notes, a smooth, creamy body, and a naturally sweet, lingering finish. Ideal for multiple infusions and moments of mindful appreciation.

 

TIME: Morning / Afternoon

INFUSIONS: 2+

TYPE: Oolong Teas

ORIGIN: China

CAFFEINE: Medium
Brewing instructions
  • Use around 3g of tea (1-2 heaped teaspoons) in 250ml of water
  • Use slightly cooled boiled water, around 90°C
  • Infuse for 4 minutes depending on your preferred strength

In order to really experience this tea, use just enough water for very small cup pour off the first infusion after around 30 seconds, the second leave for 45, the third for 1 minute and so on. You will then experience the journey through the sweetness of honey and into the floral orchid notes the tea begins to offer. Continue like this until you are not happy with the flavour.
Health Benefits

All tea originates from the same plant, Camellia Sinensis, but the final product varies in style, taste, and caffeine content depending on how it is processed.

Black tea, which undergoes full oxidation, has a lower concentration of polyphenols compared to green tea, but it has a higher caffeine and tannin content. Despite concerns about tannins, research shows that the levels present in tea do not appear to have any harmful effects on the body.

Oolong tea is partially oxidised, placing it between green and black tea in both flavour and processing. After being hand picked, the leaves are withered, lightly bruised to start oxidation, then carefully pan-fired or baked to stop the process and lock in flavour. Finally, they’re rolled and dried, resulting in a tea that’s rich, aromatic, and beautifully complex.

In fact, Oolong tea offers several health benefits, including:

  • Supports metabolism and may aid in weight management by boosting fat oxidation.
  • Promotes heart health by helping to reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels.
  • Improves digestion, making it a great tea to enjoy with or after meals.
  • Enhances focus and alertness with a balanced mix of caffeine and L-theanine.
  • Rich in antioxidants which helps combat inflammation and support overall good health.
Ingredients

Oolong Tea
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