One of our most popular black tea offerings, this early-pick, large-leaf Mao Feng cultivar slowly turns from its harvest green colors to rich shades of gold and black. Then, at the right moment, the leaves are skillfully fired, creating a lush, naturally sweet black. Grown in Fujian Province, this lot was harvested at the time of the Qing Ming holiday in April 2024 Lot #1.
Lot Notes. Lot was grown in Fuding County. While known primarily for its Dai Bai or white tea cultivars, we have found excellent black teas from this region as well. The variations of temperature at the farm's comparatively high elevation, contributes to the development of the leaves' body and flavors. The appearance of the leaves is enticing as they are thick, large and consistent in size. Aroma is cocao rich.
Tea Facts. The cultivar is a Mao Feng. While the tea is grown at a comparatively high elevation it is available early in the harvest. This lot was processed early in April 2024
Tasting Notes. Taste is lush and full-bodied. Flavors are bright, coppery & clean. Naturally sweet, we find a hint of molasses and some fruity flavors.
Brewing Suggestions. A rounded teaspoon of leaf for 6-8 ounces of water at a temperature of 195-205 degrees F. Steep the leaves for two minutes and taste. This may be enough flavor; or, if you'd like more taste, steep to 3 minutes. It will not over steep. Leaves will yield multiple steeps.
BLACK TEA
3 grams/1 teaspoon per 6 ounces of water
195° - 205° F
2 Minutes
Black tea is a leaf that has been fully oxidized. This rigorous oxidization produces a tea of hearty rich flavors while reducing its astringency and bringing out a natural sweetness.
Flavors will range from bright, brisk, peppery, clean, and smoky to aromatic, bold, malty, nutty, spicy, and sweet. Blacks are known for long, delicately aromatic, and comforting aftertastes. Note, they are often enjoyed with milk or sweetener.
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Honey Orchid
this is a definite favorite of mine. One I like to share with friends and always get thumbs up.
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Honey Orchid - Mi Lan Hua
really nice tea, it's easy to make this tea too strong, i use 4.3 grams, 16 oz water, 197 deg, for one minute, i do this three times, has to be my favorite tea,
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Wonderful flavor
This tea has a wonderful flavor and is very smooth. No harsh notes to it at all and good for multiple infusions.
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A+++ tea!!!
Excellent tea!!
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Honey Orchid
The first time I tasted this tea I stopped after the first sip and asked the barista at Brickmaiden Bread what it was. That led to a month-long search until I was finally able to identify its source as Silk Road Teas. IMO this is the best tea on the planet. A marvelous blend of malt and floral that reminds me of Black Cloud but then some. Everyone to whom I have served this tea has raved about it. Can be re-steeped if you're desperate.
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Honey Orchid
The sweet fruity flavors add a fun hint of flavors to my iced tea blend... apprx 10%.